Trick or Treat: Reframing Your Alcohol Reward Mindset
Episode Overview
Alcohol as a 'reward' is a deceptive mindset. Cultural conditioning influences our drinking habits. Finding healthy ways to relax is crucial. Community and accountability can support sobriety. Reframing your mindset helps break drinking habits.
'Alcohol is a trick, not a treat. It may provide a temporary escape, but it doesn't actually help us relax or cope with stress in a healthy way'
In this episode of SET FREE SISTERHOOD, Michelle Porterfield takes a deep dive into the common belief that a glass of wine is a 'reward' at the end of a long day. She shares her own experiences and the stories of her clients to illustrate how alcohol can be a deceptive 'treat' that actually hinders true relaxation and stress relief.
Michelle discusses the cultural conditioning that makes us associate alcohol with unwinding and how this mindset can be reframed for healthier habits. With Halloween as a backdrop, she cleverly ties in the concept of 'trick or treat' to highlight how alcohol tricks us into thinking it's a reward. Michelle offers practical advice on how to break this habit and find genuine ways to relax and reward yourself without turning to alcohol.
The episode also celebrates the success of her November Support Sisterhood group, showcasing the power of community and accountability in overcoming drinking habits. Michelle's friendly and supportive tone, combined with her real-life anecdotes, makes this episode both engaging and informative. Whether you're newly sober, sober curious, or looking for support in your alcohol-free journey, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable steps to help you reframe your relationship with alcohol.
Don't miss out on learning how to ditch the 'wine witch' and find true freedom and fulfilment.