Molly Watts
Molly Watts, Author & Coach
Think Thursday: How Mindset Changes the Physical Brain
Think Thursday: How Mindset Changes the Physical Brain
Think Thursday: How Mindset Changes the Physical Brain
Thursday 12th September 2024
Discover how your mindset can physically change your brain. Molly Watts explores neuroplasticity and offers practical tips for behaviour change.
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Episode Overview
- Mindset physically changes your brain structure.
- Neuroplasticity allows the brain to form new connections.
- A growth mindset helps create new neural pathways.
- Small, consistent actions reinforce new behaviours.
- Self-compassion is crucial during habit change.
Your thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes don't just exist in your mind. They shape the very structure of your brain
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts introduces 'Think Thursday', a new series dedicated to exploring how our mindset can physically change our brains. Ever wondered how your thoughts and beliefs shape your brain's structure? Molly dives into the concept of neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganise itself by forming new neural connections. This isn't just science fiction - it's a game-changer for anyone looking to alter their drinking habits or other ingrained behaviours.
Molly breaks down the idea that our brains are not fixed once we reach adulthood. Instead, they are constantly evolving based on our experiences and thoughts. She explains how a growth mindset can create new pathways in the brain, making it easier to adopt healthier habits. Conversely, a fixed mindset can trap you in old patterns, making change feel impossible. To illustrate, Molly uses the example of reaching for a glass of wine after a stressful day.
Each time you do this, you're reinforcing a neural pathway that links stress with drinking. However, with the right mindset and small, consistent actions, you can create new pathways that support different behaviours. Molly encourages you to start with simple steps, like setting a manageable drink plan or practising self-compassion when you slip up. The episode wraps up with a practical challenge: for the next seven days, identify one fixed mindset belief and replace it with a growth mindset thought.
Take small actions to reinforce this new belief and watch as your brain begins to rewire itself. Molly's engaging and compassionate approach makes complex neuroscience accessible and actionable. If you're ready to change your relationship with alcohol or any other habit, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to understand how your mindset can be the key to lasting change.