What I offer you in today’s episode is to dig a little deeper into your permission-giving thoughts. Learn how to examine your desire to drink and the permission your brain comes up with, and how they both impact your habit.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/250

250: Unpacking Permission-Giving Thoughts

Tired of breaking your promise to go easy on the drinks tonight? You know your nightly habit isn’t great for your health or waistline, but it’s so hard to say no.

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Learn the exact steps she used to change her relationship with alcohol. Discover how the brain works, the real reason you crave a drink, the key to changing your desire, and how to decide what’s right for you.

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You want to change your relationship with drinking, but other than listening to the podcast, you’re not doing anything about it.  This paralysis, while frustrating, is actually very normal.  Explore the three reasons this happens and how they relate to your cravings, your beliefs about failure, and your vision of the future.  Discover why your unwillingness to act isn’t illogical but actually an important piece of how the habit works.  In this episode, you’ll find a new perspective that will help make it easier to take the plunge and stop waiting around for your drinking to change on its own. Take the free Drink Archetype quiz to understand your drinking patterns and how to address them effectively: http://drinktype.com Discover alternative approaches to drinking less inside our membership program, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/tab/ Get the full show notes and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/381

381: What am I waiting for?

Who cares? How many times have you poured yourself a drink after silently uttering these words to yourself? If you’re like most people, the answer is a lot. Hidden behind “Who cares?” is a powerful tension that, if revealed, will help you say no to your cravings. Tune in and discover why this particular excuse is so good at sabotaging your commitment and what’s actually required in order to successfully change your relationship with alcohol.  Do you know your drink type? Take the free Drink Archetype quiz and discover which of the eight drinking patterns applies to you: http://drinktype.com Want to feel more in control and have a healthier relationship with alcohol? Join the Take a Break membership: https://rachelhart.com/tab/ Get the full show notes and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/380

380: Tackling the Excuse, "Who Cares?"

You know the scenario. You promised not to drink tonight… but by 5 o’clock, you’re ready for a drink. Or you told yourself you would only have one drink at happy hour, but then your friend suggests another round. “I’ll be good tomorrow” is an excuse you’ve probably told yourself many times before. Why is it so easy to fall into this trap, even when you have plenty of evidence that tomorrow you’ll wish you had said no? Tune in and discover why this excuse is so insidious and the best way to combat it. After listening to this episode, you’ll never hear the excuse “I’ll be good tomorrow” the same way again. Do you know your drink type? Take the free Drink Archetype quiz and discover which of the eight drinking patterns applies to you: http://drinktype.com Want to feel more in control and have a healthier relationship with alcohol? Join the Take a Break membership: https://rachelhart.com/tab/ Get the full show notes and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/379

379: I'll Be Good Tomorrow

In this episode, we cover a scenario that may be familiar. You start drinking and then convince yourself to continue because "Why stop now?" This mindset isn't just about alcohol; it can also happen with food and spending. Many of us develop a habit of letting things like an empty glass or a finished package override our feelings of fullness. Listen to understand why we make this excuse and how to stop, even after you've begun. Learning to stop is a key step in teaching your brain to manage cravings. Understand why accepting that mistakes are part of the journey and not a sign of failure. Take the free Drink Archetype quiz for insights into your drinking habits and effective strategies for change: http://drinktype.com Discover alternative approaches to drinking less inside our membership program, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/tab/ Get the full show notes and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/378

378: Overcoming the 'No Point in Stopping Now' Excuse

In this episode, we tackle a familiar scenario: you've made progress in reducing your drinking, but then a special celebration comes up. So, how do you stay on track with your commitment?  The answer isn’t what you may expect. Discover how your Drink Archetypes, especially The Upgrade, can act like blinders in these moments and the exact question to ask yourself to change your perspective. Remember, working with your excuses around special occasions is about moving toward pleasure, not away from it.  Wondering if you’re The Upgrade archetype? Take the quiz: http://drinktype.com Listen to the episode all about this archetype: https://rachelhart.com/upgrade-archetype/ Discover alternative approaches to drinking less inside our membership program, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/tab/ Get the full show notes and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/377

250: Unpacking Permission-Giving Thoughts

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