🎙️ Episode 23 – Why You Know What to Do, But Still Don’t Do It: The Real Reason Men Stay Stuck with Food and Fitness
If you've ever told yourself, "I know what to do... I just don’t do it", this episode is for you.
In this brutally honest and practical episode of The Lion Counseling Podcast, Mark Odland (Certified EMDR Therapist) and Zack Carter (Counselor & Coach) go beyond nutrition advice and fitness hacks. They explore the emotional and psychological barriers that sabotage your efforts to eat better, work out consistently, and stay disciplined.
Whether your weakness is midnight cheese and crackers, weekend binges, or post-stress drive-thru rituals—there’s likely something deeper going on. And it's not just about willpower.
You’ll discover:
Why food is emotionally fused with comfort, control, and celebration
The real reason David Goggins-style motivation often backfires
How your early life experiences secretly shape your eating habits today
The role of thoughts like “I deserve this” and “I need this” in keeping you stuck
How CBT and EMDR-informed strategies can break the shame-spiral
The difference between healthy goals and toxic perfectionism
Why stewardship of your body can be a powerful act of faith
💡 Stick around to the end for a practical mindset shift and journaling exercise to finally escape the all-or-nothing trap and build real, lasting change.
👉 Ready to stop self-sabotaging and start showing up for your body, mind, and faith? SCHEDULE A FREE, 30-MINUTE CONSULT with Mark or Zack at: https://escapethecagenow.com/call/
About the Show:
The Lion Counseling Podcast helps men escape the cages that hold them back and become the lions they were created to be. We tackle real issues—masculinity, trauma, addiction, identity, marriage, purpose, and faith—with clarity, courage, and zero fluff.
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