Arianna Huffington: Why Willpower Fails — and What to Do Instead

In this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, Dr. Mark Hyman interviews Arianna Huffington, founder of the Huffington Post and Thrive Global, about her work in behavior change and the Thrive AI Health partnership with OpenAI. They discuss the science-based impact of daily behaviors on health outcomes, emphasizing that these behaviors have a greater impact than genes or medical care for healthy individuals. Huffington shares Thrive's methodology of breaking down goals into microsteps to build success and the importance of community support and storytelling in fostering healthy habits. They explore how AI can personalize health coaching without judgment, making it more accessible and effective, and they touch on the convergence of forces driving healthcare changes, including employer involvement and consumer engagement. The conversation highlights the potential of AI to address the chronic disease epidemic by helping people make sustainable lifestyle changes and focusing on overall well-being rather than just physical health.