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Focus & Clarity

Insights on addiction, neuroscience, and personal growth.

Science
5 min readJan 24, 2026

Neuroplasticity: How Your Brain Rewires Itself After Quitting

Understanding the biological changes that happen in your prefrontal cortex when you break the nicotine loop.

Mark Zabarsky
Psychology
7 min readJan 20, 2026

Why Willpower Isn't Enough: The Science of Habit Loops

Exploring the cue-routine-reward cycle and why 'trying harder' rarely works for long-term cessation.

Mark Zabarsky
Guide
4 min readJan 15, 2026

The First 72 Hours: Navigating the Toughest Phase

A survival guide for the physical withdrawal phase and how to manage the dopamine drop.

Mark Zabarsky
Mindset
6 min readJan 10, 2026

Identity Shift: Becoming a Non-Smoker vs. Someone Who Quit

Why shifting your self-image is the secret weapon to preventing relapse.

Mark Zabarsky
Health
5 min readJan 05, 2026

Sleep & Recovery: Restoring Your Circadian Rhythm

How nicotine affects your sleep quality and tips for getting rest during the early days.

Mark Zabarsky
Community
8 min readJan 01, 2026

Success Stories: Lessons from 1,000 Quitters

Analyzing common patterns among those who successfully quit for good using our protocol.

Mark Zabarsky