Originally Posted by
Jack16 
The only difference between the two scenarios is that there is no AV attached to the plan to take my shoes off. But, apart from that both actions are equally within my power.
That's precisely it. Your Beast wants what it wants, and your AV is the only thing standing in the way of quitting your addiction for good. This is why we consider the AV the sole cause of our addiction.
This was mentioned earlier in this long-running thread, but it bears repeating.
Originally Posted by Jack Trimpey
AVRT Axiom:
The function of the Addictive Voice is to grossly exaggerate the difficulty and suffering that discontinuing your vice will cause.
Corollary:
Ending your addiction is precisely as difficult as you decide it will be, and will take exactly as long as you permit.