Molly Watts
Molly Watts, Author & Coach
Revisiting: 3 Things I Had to Stop Doing to Change My Drinking Habit
Revisiting: 3 Things I Had to Stop Doing to Change My Drinking Habit
Revisiting: 3 Things I Had to Stop Doing to Change My Drinking Habit
Wednesday 19th June 2024
Molly Watts shares three crucial changes she made to transform her drinking habits and achieve a peaceful relationship with alcohol.
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Episode Overview
- Stop overwhelming yourself by setting realistic goals.
- Remove moral judgments from your drinking habits.
- Adopt a gradual approach to reducing alcohol intake.
- Replace alcohol with healthier coping mechanisms.
- View your drinking habits as data, not moral failures.
I had to stop overwhelming myself and making change harder.
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts revisits her transformative journey to change her drinking habits. Molly shares the three crucial things she had to stop doing to achieve a peaceful relationship with alcohol. First, she explains how she had to stop overwhelming herself and making change harder by setting unrealistic goals. Instead, she adopted a more gradual approach, creating 'doable drink plans' that aligned with her current drinking patterns.
This shift allowed her to build confidence and gradually reduce her alcohol intake without feeling deprived. Next, Molly discusses the importance of removing moral judgments from drinking. She highlights how societal norms often label drinking as either 'good' or 'bad', which can create unnecessary guilt and shame. By adopting a more neutral stance and viewing her drinking habits as data rather than moral failures, Molly was able to make more rational decisions about her alcohol consumption.
Finally, Molly emphasises the need to replace alcohol with healthier coping mechanisms for stress and anxiety. She shares how she developed new strategies, such as walking, taking baths, and listening to audiobooks, to manage her emotions without relying on alcohol. These new habits not only helped her reduce her drinking but also improved her overall well-being. Molly's candid reflections offer valuable insights for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol.
Her practical advice and personal anecdotes make this episode a must-listen for those seeking a more balanced and peaceful approach to alcohol. Are you ready to rethink your relationship with alcohol? Tune in to hear Molly's inspiring journey and discover how you can make lasting changes in your own life.