Why Knowing What to Do Isn’t Enough: Jason Gootman

Most of us already know the basics: move more, eat better, manage stress, stop working at a reasonable hour. So why can doing those things still feel so difficult?

Wellness coach Jason Gootman calls the space between knowing and actually changing the “implementation gap.” In this conversation, he explains why lasting change depends less on willpower than on learning specific skills—and why making a healthy choice convenient, enjoyable, and personally meaningful can be far more effective than simply trying harder.

Jason also turns the tables on Dr. Lisa Belisle, coaching her through a familiar challenge of working from home: how to step away from the screen and create a real end to the workday. Their exchange reveals why small steps, supportive relationships, and even our instinct for instant gratification can work in our favor.

Join Dr. Lisa Belisle for this conversation with Jason Gootman today on Radio Maine.