Molly Watts

The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast

Molly Watts, Author & Coach

  • Think Thursday: Rumination-What, Why and How to Stop!

Think Thursday: Rumination-What, Why and How to Stop!

Thursday 16th January 2025

Molly Watts tackles rumination, offering science-backed strategies to stop repetitive negative thinking and make meaningful changes.
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The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast
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Molly Watts
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Breaking Free from the Cycle of Rumination

Episode Overview

  • Understand what rumination is and why it happens.
  • Learn how rumination can sabotage your progress.
  • Switch from 'why' questions to 'how' questions to find solutions.
  • Practise self-compassion to reduce negative self-talk.
  • Use practical strategies like setting time limits and purposeful distraction.
Rumination feels like you're problem-solving, but it's really just mental quicksand.
Ever found yourself stuck in a loop of negative thoughts? In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts dives into the exhausting cycle of rumination. Molly explains how our brains, wired for survival, often get trapped in repetitive, unproductive thinking. This mental quicksand can sabotage efforts to change habits, like reducing alcohol consumption. But fear not, Molly shares practical, science-backed strategies to break free from this cycle.
From switching 'why' questions to 'how' questions to practising self-compassion, she provides actionable steps to help you move forward. Molly's insights are not just about alcohol; they're about creating a healthier mindset overall. So, if you're tired of overthinking and ready to make real changes, this episode is a must-listen.
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