One-on-One Behavior Change Coaching

The remote isn’t the problem.
The Habit Is.

You don’t need more willpower to beat TV addiction. You need a strategy that actually works, and someone who’s been where you are to help you apply it.

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As seen by thousands of readers at michaeldpollock.com · 13+ years writing about TV addiction · 3,000+ readers in the community

The Problem

TV addiction isn’t a character flaw.
But it is costing you.

The hours add up. The goals get pushed back. And the guilt of another late night on the couch compounds quietly over time.

You stay up too late watching — and wake up groggy, behind, and already disappointed in yourself.

You’ve told yourself you’ll stop after this episode. You haven’t.

Your goals — the book, the side project, the workout habit, the meaningful evenings — feel further away every year.

You’ve tried cutting back. Maybe you had a good week. But the pattern always comes back.

None of this means you lack willpower. It means you’ve been trying to solve a behavior pattern without a complete strategy. That’s the problem we fix together.

About Me

I’ve lived this. That’s why I can help.

I spent years letting television devour my evenings — and with them, my sense of possibility. I knew I was doing it. I couldn’t stop. Not because I was weak, but because I didn’t understand how behavior change actually works.

When I finally figured it out, I wrote about it. That article has been read by hundreds of thousands of people over the last 13 years. The emails I’ve received since then — from people who felt exactly the way you feel right now — are what led me to coaching.

I’m not a therapist or a clinician. I’m a recovered TV addict and behavior change coach who has spent years studying what actually helps people break self-defeating patterns and build lives they care about. My credential isn’t a certification. It’s the fact that I’ve done this work myself and helped others do it too.

The Process

Lasting change follows a sequence.

Over 30 years of research on behavior change reveals the same pattern: there are five stages, and each one requires different tools. We move through them together.

Awareness & Motivation
You understand exactly how TV addiction is playing out in your life — and you build a compelling, personal reason to change.
Strategy & Preparation
You design a plan that fits your life — your triggers, your evenings, your goals — not a generic template.
Action
You start making real changes with a coach tracking your progress and adjusting the approach in real time.
Maintenance & Habit Formation
Your new patterns get reinforced until they stop requiring effort. The old pull fades.
Integration
You’re living differently. The time and energy you reclaimed are going toward the life you actually want.

I’m continuously struck by Michael’s ability to listen with compassion, and by what he shares from his wealth of knowledge. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about helping people move forward. As a coach, Michael’s kindness, commitment, and insights create a space where you’ll feel, once again, like anything is possible.

Colin R.

Is This Right for You?

This coaching is specific. So is who it’s for.

Not everyone is ready for this kind of work — and that’s okay. Here’s how to know if the timing is right.

This is a Good Fit

You’re genuinely ready to change — not just tired of feeling bad about it

You’ve tried to cut back on your own and it hasn’t stuck

You have a sense of what you want more time and energy for — even if it’s still fuzzy

You’re willing to be honest about what’s actually going on — with yourself and with me

You can commit to at least 90 days of consistent effort

This is not a Good Fit

You’re looking for a quick fix or a magic reframe that solves everything in a week

You’re not sure you actually want to change — just feel like you should

You’re dealing with a clinical mental health issue that requires a licensed therapist

You want someone to hold all the responsibility for your change — coaching requires your active participation

The Program

Monthly coaching, built around you.

One-on-one sessions, ongoing support, real accountability.

Monthly Retainer

$397/mo

Cancel anytime. Most clients start seeing results within the first 30 days.

What’s Included?

3 private coaching sessions per month (45–60 min each via phone or Zoom)

Email support between sessions for questions, check-ins, and accountability

A custom behavior change plan built around your specific triggers and goals

Full confidentiality — what we discuss stays between us

Progress reviews to track what’s working and adjust what isn’t item

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Applications reviewed within 48 hours. No commitment until we’ve talked.

At first, I was a little skeptical about coaching, in general. Michael blew away that skepticism in our very first meeting. Two months into coaching with him, and I feel more inspired and productive than I have in a very long time.

Daria P.

Get Started

Apply for coaching.

Tell me a bit about where you are right now. I’ll reach out within 48 hours to schedule a free 20-minute discovery call if it seems like a good fit.

Your name

Your email

How many hours a day would you estimate you watch TV or streaming?

What's this habit costing you most right now?
eg: Sleep, relationships, work, goals — whatever comes to mind first.

What makes you ready to work on this now?

Your answers are confidential and go directly to Michael. No spam, ever.
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Common Questions

Is TV addiction a real thing?

Yes — and no. You don’t need a clinical diagnosis to have a real problem. If watching TV is stealing more time and energy than you want to give it, and you’ve tried to stop but can’t, that’s the definition of a habit that’s gotten out of hand. That’s what we work on.

What if I’ve already tried to quit and failed?

That’s actually a good sign — it means you’re motivated to change. Most people fail when they rely on willpower alone, without a proper strategy or support. That’s exactly what coaching addresses. We build a complete approach that accounts for your specific triggers, routines, and life — not a generic plan.

How long does the process take?

It varies by person, but most clients are well on their way within 90 days of consistent effort. That’s not a guarantee — it depends on how deeply the habit is embedded and how actively you engage with the work. Three months is a realistic minimum commitment to give this a fair shot.

Is the goal to stop watching TV entirely?

Not necessarily — that’s up to you. For some people, the goal is total abstinence. For others, it’s getting back to a point where TV is something they choose intentionally rather than something that just happens. We define success on your terms.

What happens after I submit the application?

I review every application personally and respond within 48 hours. If it seems like a good fit, I’ll send you a link to schedule a free 20-minute discovery call. That call is low-pressure — it’s a chance for us both to make sure this is the right fit before you make any commitment.

The remote isn’t the problem. The Habit Is.

TV addiction isn’t a character flaw.But it is costing you.