Antonia Ryan
Antonia Ryan
Episode 20 - Why Do I Drink When I Don't Want to?
Episode 20 - Why Do I Drink When I Don't Want to?
Episode 20 - Why Do I Drink When I Don't Want to?
Thursday 7th April 2022
Discover why we drink against our will and learn practical steps for lasting change with Antonia Ryan on 'The Alcohol Recovery Show'.
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Get the buttons here!Why Do I Drink When I Don't Want to? Understanding the Mind's Influence
What we need to do is change our deepest held beliefs, those embedded thoughts that have formed grooves in our neural pathways and keep firing off, propelling us to do what we don't want to do.
Ever wondered why you reach for that drink even when you promised yourself you wouldn’t? In this eye-opening episode of 'The Alcohol Recovery Show', Antonia Ryan dives into the perplexing question of why we sometimes act against our own best interests. She breaks down the different parts of our mind—the rational and the impulsive—and how they clash when it comes to making decisions about drinking.
Antonia explains how our deeply ingrained beliefs can drive us to pick up that glass, even when we know it's not what we truly want. You'll learn about practical techniques to become more aware of these beliefs and how to change them. One powerful tool discussed is mindfulness, a technique explored in depth in Antonia and Lewis David's book, 'Mindfulness for Alcohol Recovery'.
This episode isn't just about understanding why we do what we do; it's about offering actionable steps to help you make lasting changes. Whether you're trying to quit drinking entirely, moderate your intake, or just understand your own behaviors better, this episode has something valuable for you. Antonia's empathetic and insightful approach makes complex psychological concepts easy to grasp, offering hope and practical advice for anyone struggling with alcohol.
Tune in to discover how you can align your actions with your true desires and achieve a healthier, happier life.