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Why You Know Better, But Don't Do Better

Why You Know Better, But Don't Do Better

Update: 2025-08-06
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In today's podcast episode, Dr. Jeremy London, Board Certified Cardiovascular Surgeon, explores the maddening gap of why we know better, but don't do better. He explains how to identify this gap, why we all fall into this trap, and tactics to close the gap.


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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Why Do We Know Better, But Don't Do Better

00:01:44 Cognitive Dissonance: Defining The Gap

00:03:24 Self Affirmation Theory

00:04:40 Sponsor: LMNT

00:06:15 Real World Examples of Knowing and Not Doing Better

00:08:00 Why Do We Fall For This Trap?

00:11:32 What Are The Tactics to Escape This Trap?

00:13:30 Sponsor: Function Health

00:14:54 Small Wins Compound

00:16:36 Validation of Progress

00:18:15 What Happens If You Fall Off?

00:19:55 We are All Human

00:21:55 Thank You For Listening!


** The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional **


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Why You Know Better, But Don't Do Better

Why You Know Better, But Don't Do Better

Jeremy London, MD