Drinking Urges and Cravings: Why they happen and what to do about themDrinking Urges and Cravings: Why they happen and what to do about them
Alcohol Tipping Point
In this solo episode, learn more about urges and cravings and how to experience them and not react to them by drinking. I talk about: What an urge or craving is The role of your brain and cravings Questions to ask when you have a craving What it means to “Listen to understand” Steps for riding out a craving Free resources from Alcohol Tipping Point:
22:06•5 Oct 2022
Mastering Cravings: Practical Tips to Handle Drinking Urges
“That looks like relaxing into the urge, turning towards it, opening up to the urge, allowing it to be there, accepting that it's there and understanding it. Be like a scientist, be like an anthropologist, like really get curious about that urge.”
Feeling the pull of a drinking urge can be overwhelming, but what if you could ride that wave without giving in? In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', the host takes you on a journey through the ins and outs of cravings. She breaks down what an urge or craving really is and explains how our brains are wired to seek pleasure and avoid pain. This episode isn't just about theory; it's packed with actionable advice.
You'll learn to ask the right questions when a craving hits, understand the importance of 'listening to understand', and get steps for riding out those tough moments. The host introduces the concept of 'urge surfing', a technique that involves observing your cravings with curiosity rather than fear. By acknowledging and even verbalizing your urges, you can start to change your relationship with them.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to change their drinking habits and find healthier ways to cope with cravings.
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