72: Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas: Why Motivation Isn’t Enough, and What Actually Works

Ever feel like you’re trapped in the cycle of "all or nothing" when it comes to your health and fitness? What if there was a way to break free from that mindset and make progress without perfection? In today’s episode of The Tara Talk Podcast , I sit down with Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas, a mindset expert with a PhD in Psychology and a passion for helping people create lasting, meaningful change. We dive deep into the science behind how we think… and, more importantly, how to reframe those thoughts for real results. We explore the biggest misconceptions about the "all or nothing" mindset and how it holds so many of us back. Dr. Kasey explains why motivation alone isn’t enough to stay consistent and shares what actually keeps people on track. Together we break down how to uncover your real "why," the key to building sustainable health and fitness habits. We also talk about the powerful balance between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how they can work together to support your goals. This episode is packed with valuable insights, including how to recognize and overcome self-sabotaging habits that often go unnoticed. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your health journey or like your progress always stalls after a strong start, this conversation will give you the tools to shift your mindset, build habits that last, and feel empowered to take control of your goals. Tune in now! We Also Discuss: (00:00) Myth and Mistakes in Goal Setting (08:12) Intrinsic Motivation and Role Models (13:52) Understanding Growth vs Fixed Mindset (21:20) Exploring Growth Mindset and Self-Reflection (29:15) Changing Fixed Mindsets in Health (37:11) The Power of Mindset and Genetics (49:54) Achieving Goals Through Thought Ladder (57:22) Growth Mindset and Personal Development (01:05:33) Health Mindset Coaching Certification and More Thank You to Our Sponsors: Legion: Use code TaraTalk for 20% off your first order and double loyalty cash back any order after that when you shop at LegionAthletics.com Broads: Try Broads for 7 days free and surprise yourself with what’s possible. Find more from Tara: Website: https://www.taralaferrara.com/ Instagram: @taralaferrara @broads.podcast @broads.app Youtube: Tara LaFerrara Find more from Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas: Website: kaseyorvidas.com Instagram: @CoachKaseyJo