224 When self improvement becomes unconscious self sabotage (and how to break the cycle)
What if your drive for self improvement - and how to be more consistent, disciplined and in control - is actually the very thing holding you back? In this episode, I’m breaking down unconscious self-sabotage: the sneaky ways our best intentions can quietly undermine our wellbeing and how these patterns keep you stuck in the same cycle, no matter how hard you try.You’ll learn how to spot when your self-improvement efforts are coming from fear rather than trust, how to build self compassion and stop being so hard on yourself and how to shift into a softer, more sustainable way of growthKey TakeawaysSelf-sabotage often happens beneath awareness - not from laziness, but from fear.The problem isn’t the goal or strategy, it’s how you’re approaching it.How replacing control with curiosity opens up flexibility, trust and freedom…and improves your self worth and self esteemWhy guilt and perfectionism turn small stumbles into “failures,” and how to stop that cycle.Why real self-improvement requires softness and how you can be your best teacherNEXT STEPS:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Episode 158 - Does Self Sabotage Really Exist?RESOURCES:Secret (& Free) Limited Podcast: Confident As F**k (Even When You’re Not There Yet)Work with me: www.lifeeditcoaching.comInstagram: @lifeeditwithalix
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223 Consistency and willpower: how to build one without needing the other
How many times have you told yourself you just need more consistency and willpower — with workouts, food, or anything else that’s meant to make you feel better? And how many times has that worked… until life got messy, motivation dropped, and you landed back at square one again? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why you’re not failing at how to stay consistent — you’re just building it on the wrong foundation. I’ll show you how to start building consistency that lasts and how to create a consistency mindset.What we’ll talk about:Why willpower doesn’t work for long - great for starting, not for sustaining.Why true consistency isn’t about control; it’s about connection.And that you don’t need to push harder — you need to build systems and environments that fit your life.NEXT STEPS:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Ep 209: “Why Allowing Yourself to Be Inconsistent Could Be the Best Thing You Do This Week”RESOURCES:Secret (& Free) Limited Podcast: Confident As F**k (Even When You’re Not There Yet)Work with me: www.lifeeditcoaching.comInstagram: @lifeeditwithalix
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222 Stop the “spiral” and get back on track | Emotional Regulation for Fitness & Food
That “screw it, I’ll start again Monday” moment isn’t a failure - it’s a pattern that has supported you when life feels out of balance. In this episode, we unpack the spiral, why it shows up when life gets busy, and how to create the nervous system regulation to stay consistent, get back on track after losing momentum - and most importantly rebuild self trust.Here’s what we’ll cover:Why the spiral is simply a pattern.How nervous-system regulation (your “window of tolerance”) shapes choices.Early warning signs you’re nearing the spiral (and what to do first).A simple in-the-moment reset: pause, step away, and feel what’s true.How to plan for low-motivation days so you stop “starting over Monday.”✨ Ready to stop the all-or-nothing spiral and build consistency that actually sticks? Join me inside The Body You’ll Love Living In and get my launch bonuses, including the Somatic Soundbites to use in the moment you’re about to spiral. Learn more at lifeeditcoaching.comNEXT STEPS:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Episode 212 - The Real Reason Your Motivation Keeps Disappearing (and what to do about it)RESOURCES:Secret (& Free) Limited Podcast: Confident As F**k (Even When You’re Not There Yet)Work with me: www.lifeeditcoaching.comInstagram: @lifeeditwithalix
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221 How to reduce sugar cravings (without having to cut it out completely)
Do you feel like your sugar habit has a hold over you? Does it feel like a sugar detox challenge is the only answer? An in spite of your best intentions are you always left with the question “why do I crave sugar so much?”Then this is the episode for you. Because we’ll be dismantling a couple of myths around “sugar addiction”, addressing the reasons that you can’t seem to help sneaking your kids leftover chocolate (even though it’s not that nice) and showing you how to build a healthier relationship with the sweet stuff, which isn’t about having to constantly control your sugar intake through restriction, guilt or control. What we’ll cover in this episode:Why you’re not addicted to sugar (and why the “sugar is as addictive as cocaine” headline is misleading).The hidden needs sugar is really satisfying (comfort, reward, relief from stress or boredom).Three key questions to ask yourself when cravings strike.Why restriction and detoxing never solve the root issue.How to start building trust with yourself instead of fighting with food.🎧 If you’ve ever felt powerless around sugar, this episode will help you flip the script and create a relationship that feels calm, balanced, and free.Want to break free from the cycle of sugar spirals, guilt, and all-or-nothing eating? Join me inside The Body You’ll Love Living In and get access to my Pattern Interrupt Kit (a launch bonus available right now). Head to lifeeditcoaching.com to find out more.NEXT STEPS:Share this episode with a friendListen to next: Episode 187 - Emotional Eating vs Diets vs YouRESOURCES:Secret (& Free) Limited Podcast: Confident As F**k (Even When You’re Not There Yet)Work with me: www.lifeeditcoaching.comInstagram: @lifeeditwithalix
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220 How to reduce stress | Why productivity hacks and time management tips are failing you
You know how it can feel like a less stressful week lies just the other side of better time management or more productivity hacks to stop wasting time? That all you need to do is get more done and be more focused so you can keep spinning all the plates?Well what if that’s nothing more than a sticking plaster - it makes you feel accomplished in the moment, but doesn’t actually reduce burnout or stress in the ways you need it to?In this episode I’m pulling back the curtain on why searching for the next “time management technique” is a red herring. And instead, we’ll dive into the part we’re not talking about.Because yes, the to-do list is overflowing and there’s plenty of stuff in our lives that HAS to be done, but the real pressure? It’s coming from somewhere else. And when you learn how to spot that, everything starts to feel lighter.We’ll dive into:✨ Why productivity hacks and daily planners (my personal drug of choice) aren’t the real solution✨ The sneaky ways comparison to an old version of yourself keeps you stuck and feeling like you’re failing before you’ve even begun✨ How small shifts in the way you approach everyday tasks (yes, even replying to emails) can free up more space and calm than you thinkIf you’ve ever thought “slowing down sounds lovely, but it’s just not possible for me,” this one’s for you.NEXT STEPS:Share this episode with a friendRESOURCES:Secret (& Free) Limited Podcast: Confident As F**k (Even When You’re Not There Yet)Work with me: www.lifeeditcoaching.comInstagram: @lifeeditwithalix
The Busy Woman’s Guide is a wellness podcast for women looking for a healthy lifestyle that fits THEIR rhythm, not a cookie cutter version of all the “shoulds” and to-do lists out there.
Hosted by Alix Hubble, women’s therapeutic, fitness and life coach, I take you deeper into a wellbeing for YOU.
Because you already know what it takes to build healthy habits, and you’ve got enough productivity tips, workout motivation hacks, and tips for how to be consistent, how to stop procrastinating and how to achieve work life balance to last a lifetime.
So let’s explore what really sits beneath your burnout, your lack of consistency, your self sabotage, or your need to always “be on it.”
This is your permission slip to stop performing, start listening to yourself, and create a rhythm that actually fits your life.
If you’re asking questions like these….this is the place to be:
- How to stop overthinking?
- How can I be productive without burning out?
- How can I stop tying my self worth and self esteem to being busy?
- How can I stop self-sabotaging my progress?
- How do I feel more comfortable in my own skin again?
Find out more at www.lifeeditcoaching.com
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