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Why Willpower Usually Fails (and What Helps Instead)

Posted on January 2, 2026January 23, 2026 by Tim Z. Brooks

Many people arrive at recovery carrying a quiet but heavy belief:“If I were stronger, more disciplined, or more serious, I could fix this.” They may have tried setting rules. Making promises. Drawing lines. They may have succeeded for days, weeks, or even months, only to find themselves back where they started. Each return can feel…

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A Simple, Human Approach to Recovery

Posted on January 1, 2026January 23, 2026 by Tim Z. Brooks

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve already tried something to change a habit, behavior, or addiction that’s no longer working for you. You may have tried harder. You may have tried different programs. You may have been told you’re in denial—or, just as confusingly, that you should simply “trust yourself.” If you’re…

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