Staš Pirc

Why the classic “10 steps” don’t work – and what actually leads to lasting change

In one of my previous posts, I talked about why the classic “ten-step” lists for quitting smoking, overeating, or procrastinating often don’t work. Not because they’re wrong or pointless, but because they mostly appeal to the conscious part of a person – willpower, discipline, and logic. It’s advice that most people already know: more self-control,

Why the classic “10 steps” don’t work – and what actually leads to lasting change Read More »

The most common mistake when quitting bad habits

When trying to break a harmful or unwanted habit, most people make the same mistake. We focus on the symptoms instead of the real cause of the problem. As a result, we often find ourselves in a vicious cycle of trying, being disappointed, and repeating the same behaviors. Many people wonder why, even after the hundredth attempt with more discipline, more self-control, and more effort, the change still doesn't happen.

The most common mistake when quitting bad habits Read More »

Can hypnosis relieve pain?

A common question – and an often overlooked answer »Can hypnosis relieve pain? Does it really work?« This is a question I encounter regularly. It’s interesting how often we forget our own everyday experiences, which in themselves tell us that the answer is yes. Have you ever cut or scratched yourself,

Can hypnosis relieve pain? Read More »

The biggest weight loss mistake: why fighting your body always fails

Introduction: The Mistake Most People Make Most people who want to lose weight or stop overeating make the same mistake. And it's not the wrong diet. It's not too little discipline. It's not even the wrong calorie counting. The biggest mistake is trying to beat our body instead of starting to work with it. When we put ourselves in a fighting mentality - "I have to beat

The biggest weight loss mistake: why fighting your body always fails Read More »

Symptoms after quitting smoking and how you can help yourself

The first 72 hours after quitting smoking When you quit smoking, your body begins an intense detoxification process. Nicotine is completely eliminated from your body in about 72 hours. This is when withdrawal symptoms are usually the strongest. This is the time when the body and nervous system feel the most nicotine withdrawal, so for many individuals this is the most challenging

Symptoms after quitting smoking and how you can help yourself Read More »

The 90-Second Rule: How to Understand and Manage Emotional Waves

What is the 90-second rule? The 90-second rule stems from neuroscientific observations attributed to neuroscientist Jill Boyd-Taylor. It refers to understanding how long the body's most powerful biological emotional response actually lasts. The rule states that when we experience a strong emotion—whether it's anger, fear, sadness, or a strong craving, such as desire—

The 90-Second Rule: How to Understand and Manage Emotional Waves Read More »

Real change starts from within

When change goes beyond the symptom When changes occur on a deeper level, my clients' experiences often show that they have not only quit smoking. They often write to me later that they have noticed other significant shifts in their daily lives. The way they sleep changes, the quality of their sleep can improve significantly, they often report greater inner calm, but also

Real change starts from within Read More »

Scroll to the Top