Desire is a powerful force. It's what makes us pursue goals and realize our dreams. But desire also makes us chase short-term satisfaction and harmful addictions.

So if you can keep your desire in check, you can reach your goals and become who you want to be. But if you can't, you'll lose control over yourself.

In this episode, you'll discover how to use habits to use your desire for what serves you—and abandon what hurts you.

Want to be the best version of yourself? Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• The weird way your greatest strength can also be your greatest struggle (even if it fuels your ego) (2:36)
• How reading the book of Peter unlocks "Divine Habits" that improve your character (even if you can't remove your cravings) (4:55)
• Why recognizing your weaknesses lets you transform your character and become a better person (8:34)
• Why prioritizing others over yourself improves your character (10:33)

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