In this episode of The Psyche Behind the Physique, IFBB Bikini Pro and founder of the MPowered Coaching Collective, Maddy Michielssen, breaks down why relying on willpower might be holding you back from true progress. With the holidays in full swing, it’s tempting to lean on grit and determination to stick to your goals, but willpower alone is a limited resource—and one that often leaves us feeling burnt out.

Maddy dives into practical strategies to replace willpower with actionable habits that create lasting consistency, including:

• The power of planning and preparation to stay on track.
• How to establish calm, productive morning and evening routines (a.k.a. "beautify your bookends").
• Developing healthier coping mechanisms to manage stress without turning to food, alcohol, or avoidance.
• Why celebra ...