207. Roadblocks - Why Willpower Isn’t the Answer

Oct 24, 2025

You don’t need more willpower—you need a system that supports you when your motivation runs low.

You’ve said it before: “I just need more willpower.”

But what if the problem isn’t your discipline… it’s your battery?

In this episode, Kara explains why willpower isn’t a personality trait—it’s a limited resource. You’ll learn how to recharge your mental “battery,” simplify decisions, and stop relying on sheer effort to stay consistent.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why willpower feels easy when things are familiar—and impossible when they’re not
✅ The “phone battery” analogy that changes how you see motivation
✅ What to do when your energy is in “low power mode”
✅ 3 simple ways to keep progress going even when willpower runs out
✅ How self-compassion and structure build long-term consistency

🎁 Free Resource:
Grab Kara’s free guide “5 Weight Loss Roadblocks (and How to Fix Them)” at www.coachingkara.com/roadblocks.

This guide shows you what’s really holding you back—like plateaus, emotional eating, and burnout—and how to fix them without depending on willpower.

Listen on the blog: www.coachingkara.com/blog
Follow Kara on Instagram: @conciergeweightloss.kara
Free Guide: www.coachingkara.com/roadblocks