Why Willpower Fails: The Psychology of Changing Habits
John Black
- Organisation:
- John Black (Beechwood Therapy)
- Region:
- Anywhere
- Notice Period:
- Regular (more than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Professional
- Fee:
- Unknown
- Category:
- Health
- Updated:
- 26th October 2026
- Tagged:
- Willpower | Psychology | Habits | Therapy
Have you ever promised yourself that Monday would be different, only to find familiar habits creeping back by Wednesday? Whether it’s reaching for snacks, putting things off or spending too long on your phone, knowing what you want to change doesn’t always make changing it easy.
In this accessible and relatable talk, John Black of Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy explores why relying on willpower alone can leave us frustrated. He explains how habits become linked to everyday situations, emotions and rewards, and why stress and tiredness can make familiar routines especially tempting.
Drawing on his work as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist, John explores how understanding these patterns can open the door to a more practical approach. Rather than treating setbacks as personal failures, he encourages audiences to become curious about what triggers their behaviour and what could make a different response easier.
The talk introduces ideas for making changes manageable, shaping supportive routines and recognising progress without demanding perfection.
With everyday examples and opportunities for reflection, John offers a reassuring message: struggling to change a habit doesn’t mean you lack character or commitment. Small, deliberate adjustments can help turn good intentions into actions that become easier to repeat.
See John's website at www.beechwoodtherapy.co.uk
Views: 27 | Enquiries: 0About John Black
John Black is a therapist at Beechwood Therapy & Hypnotherapy in Canterbury, Kent. His work focuses on helping people move towards greater calm, confidence and clarity, with an emphasis on positive change rather than dwelling on the past.
John’s talks explore everyday challenges that many people recognise: overthinking, stress, disrupted sleep, unwanted habits and the pressures of modern life. He explains ideas about the mind in straightforward language, making the principles behind his therapeutic approach accessible to audiences without a background in psychology.
His speaking topics include Breaking the Cycle of Overthinking, Emotional Resilience, Why Willpower Fails, Rewiring Bad Habits and Imposter Syndrome. He also explores subjects such as emotional eating, alcohol moderation and stopping smoking.
At the heart of John’s approach is an interest in how people can build on their existing strengths and take manageable steps towards the future they want. His talks encourage audiences to reflect on their own patterns of thinking and consider practical ways to respond differently to challenges.
John offers community groups, organisations and event audiences an introduction to Therapy and Hypnotherapy, alongside perspectives on managing thoughts, emotions and habits, with a focus on developing greater understanding, resilience and a positive outlook.
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