Self-Sabotage, Setbacks & Starting Again: The Psychology of Change with Jaclyn Pritchard
If you've ever wanted to make a change but just couldn't . . . .today's episode is for you. We're talking with Jaclyn Pritchard — a Registered Dietitian and Behaviour Change Expert at Cleveland Clinic Canada — to unpack behaviour change. Whether it’s your nutrition, your workouts, or just feeling stuck in a loop of “starting over,” this episode dives into what’s really going on in your brain, why motivation alone isn’t enough, and how to work with your habits instead of constantly fighting them.Jaclyn’s approach is compassionate, realistic, and full of strategies that actually work — even if you’ve tried and failed before.We’re Covering:Why knowing what to do isn't the same as being able to do itWhat the “trans-theoretical model of change” is and how it can help youThe surprising role your unconscious mind plays in daily decisionsWhy “falling off track” is actually part of the processHow to rewire your brain with simple tools like habit tracking, repetition, and self-talkNighttime snacking, environmental triggers, and what to do insteadHow to find (and keep sight of) your “why”Jaclyn’s feelgood thing If you’ve ever felt like you were the problem, like change just doesn’t stick for you, or like self-compassion just isn’t in your DNA—this one will reframe the way you see it all.Cleveland Clinic Canada: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/canadaJaclyn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaclyn_pritchard?igsh=MWVhaGNqcnBzZm9pMQ==Enjoyed today’s episode?Share it with a friend, post it on your story, or send it to someone who needs to hear it. And if you’ve got 30 seconds please feel free to leave the show a review!DM me on Instagram @itskyleb or email the show at
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