292: Alex Thieme - Motivation, identity & building better habits
In this episode, I sit down with coach Alex Thieme to talk about the psychology behind sustainable fat loss, behavior change, motivational interviewing, self-belief, and why changing your environment often matters more than relying on willpower. We also dive into identity, self-talk, parenting, decision fatigue, grocery shopping, and how to build habits that actually stick long-term. --- Guest Alex Thieme is an online coach and educator known for his thoughtful approach to behavior change, mindset, and sustainable fitness. His work focuses heavily on helping people build self-belief, improve their relationship with health and fitness, and create realistic systems that fit into real life. --- What We Cover 03:55 – Becoming a parent, purpose, creativity, and life changes after kids 10:56 – Why we tell ourselves stories that may not actually be true 14:46 – Alex’s coaching philosophy and helping clients build self-belief 18:20 – Motivational interviewing, asking better questions, and behavior change 27:20 – The “five whys” framework and uncovering deeper motivations 30:58 – Optimizing your environment instead of relying on willpower 35:49 – Practical examples of reducing friction and improving habits 43:10 – Grocery shopping, convenience foods, meal structure, and reducing decision fatigue 56:03 – Identity, self-talk, and why “all or nothing” thinking keeps people stuck --- Connect with Alex Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexthiemefitness/ Website: https://alexthiemefitness.com/ --- Connect with Jordan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanlipsfitness/ WOMP Training: https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/womp-gym-home-bundle?attrib=548099-ig