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"Habits of a Happy Brain" with Loretta Breuning, PhD
"Habits of a Happy Brain" with Loretta Breuning, PhD
"Habits of a Happy Brain" with Loretta Breuning, PhD
Wednesday 9th March 2022
Loretta Breuning, PhD discusses brain evolution and habits in 'The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast', offering tips for healthier drinking habits.
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Get the buttons here!Brain Habits and Alcohol: Insights from Loretta Breuning, PhD
Nothing feels as good as the reward you already know, because that has a big pathway.
What if you could rewire your brain to foster a healthier relationship with alcohol? In this episode of 'The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast', Molly Watts chats with Loretta Breuning, PhD, author of 'Habits of a Happy Brain'. Breuning sheds light on how our brains have evolved to seek pleasure, avoid pain, and conserve energy, and how these mechanisms can sometimes lead us down the path of harmful habits.
She explains that our 'inner mammal' drives us to repeat behaviors that once made us feel good, even if they're no longer beneficial. This episode dives into the science behind these patterns and offers practical advice on how to use your conscious mind to manage them. You'll learn about the role of happy chemicals in our brain and why they often lead us to overdo certain habits.
Breuning also tackles the stigma and shame surrounding alcohol use, providing strategies to create new, healthier habits through repetition and the power of mirror neurons. If you're looking to understand the science behind your drinking habits and want actionable steps to change them, this episode is a must-listen.