https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/better-by-choice--6779865enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Wesley van Peerhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c1189865f0b66d21bd5c76393e867984.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/better-by-choice--6779865Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:50:36 +0000Wesley van PeerWesley van Peerogsport88@gmail.comBetter by Choice explores what it means to live with intention. From habits to mindset, I read my own essays and share honest reflections on choosing better.cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-how-a-smart-society-becomes-stupid--68501845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68501845Mon, 10 Nov 2025 19:48:09 +0000Wesley van PeerWe live in an age of endless information but shrinking wisdom. In this episode, I talk about how distraction, technology, and a dangerous kind of human behavior are quietly shaping the downfall of intelligent society and what you can still do about it.617ai,awareness,criticalthinking,culture,digitalage,distraction,humanbehavior,informationage,media,mindset,neilpostman,philosophy,psychology,selfimprovement,society,stupidity,technology,thinking,truth,wisdomcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-why-you-keep-suffering-over-simple-mistakes--68433997https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68433997Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:45:51 +0000Wesley van PeerUnfortunately, there are many, many people who see failure as a bad thing. As something “disastrous”. Like, the ultimate proof that something went seriously wrong. But if you think about it, these are misconceptions. After listening to this episode,...315awareness,ego,failure,growthmindset,learning,lettinggo,lifelessons,mindset,motivation,personalgrowth,philosophy,resilience,selfimprovementcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/think-carefully-about-your-choices--68414477Did you know that the decision to empty the dishwasher now instead of later could be the difference between a productive day and chaos?

We often focus on the big decisions, but in this episode I talk about the immense impact of our micro-choices. Life is unpredictable, and that's precisely why those small, conscious actions are so crucial.
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68414477Tue, 04 Nov 2025 14:15:30 +0000Wesley van PeerDid you know that the decision to empty the dishwasher now instead of later could be the difference between a productive day and chaos? We often focus on the big decisions, but in this episode I talk about the immense impact of our micro-choices....Did you know that the decision to empty the dishwasher now instead of later could be the difference between a productive day and chaos?

We often focus on the big decisions, but in this episode I talk about the immense impact of our micro-choices. Life is unpredictable, and that's precisely why those small, conscious actions are so crucial.
]]>221autopilot,choices,consciousness,habits,microhabits,mindfulness,personalgrowth,productivity,selfreflectioncleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-think-discipline-is-not-what-many-people-think-it-is--68412072Are you tired of the 'No Pain, No Gain' mentality?
We've always been taught that discipline is about heroically pushing through, even when you don't feel like it. But what if that 'willpower' quickly runs out?

In this episode, I completely rethink the concept of discipline. You'll discover why the standard definition of perseverance – the battle against yourself – often fails.

I propose: Discipline isn't willpower, it's architecture.

Learn how to design your environment and habits in such a way that the right choices emerge naturally. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68412072Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:59:15 +0000Wesley van PeerAre you tired of the 'No Pain, No Gain' mentality? We've always been taught that discipline is about heroically pushing through, even when you don't feel like it. But what if that 'willpower' quickly runs out? In this episode, I completely rethink...Are you tired of the 'No Pain, No Gain' mentality?
We've always been taught that discipline is about heroically pushing through, even when you don't feel like it. But what if that 'willpower' quickly runs out?

In this episode, I completely rethink the concept of discipline. You'll discover why the standard definition of perseverance – the battle against yourself – often fails.

I propose: Discipline isn't willpower, it's architecture.

Learn how to design your environment and habits in such a way that the right choices emerge naturally. ]]>180discipline,habits,mindset,personalgrowth,productivity,selfdevelopment,selflove,success,systemsthinking,willpowercleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-if-the-real-you-was-never-real-at-all--68396457
I also explore why love often feels like a struggle, how our search for validation begins, and what happens when we finally stop identifying with every thought or emotion that passes through. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68396457Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:32:59 +0000Wesley van PeerIn this episode, I dive deep into what the ego really is, beyond the clichés of arrogance or pride. You’ll hear how the ego quietly shapes our behaviors, relationships, and sense of self from early childhood on. I also explore why love often feels...
I also explore why love often feels like a struggle, how our search for validation begins, and what happens when we finally stop identifying with every thought or emotion that passes through. ]]>783awakening,awareness,consciousness,ego,growth,identity,inquiry,love,mindfulness,philosophy,psychology,reflection,relationships,self,selfimprovement,spiritualitycleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-why-your-life-isn-t-changing-and-it-s-not-about-effort--68362891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68362891Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:38:45 +0000Wesley van PeerWe all want a better life: more freedom, more success, more meaning. But wanting change and creating it are two different things. In this episode, I read my article “This Is Why Your Life Isn’t Changing (And It’s Not About Effort)” and explore why...575awareness,balance,blueprint,change,decisions,discipline,family,goals,goalsetting,growth,life,lifelessons,mindset,motivation,patience,personalgrowth,priorities,sacrifice,selfawareness,selfimprovementcleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-keeps-you-doing-things-you-d-never-choose-again--68353823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68353823Thu, 30 Oct 2025 19:56:09 +0000Wesley van PeerMost people keep doing things they’d never choose again: jobs, routines, even ways of thinking. In this episode, I read my article about zero-based thinking: a principle that helps you question what still deserves your time and attention. It’s not...393awareness,choices,clarity,conscious living,decision making,habits,intentional living,life lessons,mental health,mental reset,mindfulness,mindset,mindset shift,personal growth,self awareness,self improvement,self reflection,zero based thinkingcleanfull