James Swanwick
James Swanwick
Your Brain vs. The Bottle: The Science of Why You Drink Against Your Own Best Judgment - Victoria English
Your Brain vs. The Bottle: The Science of Why You Drink Against Your Own Best Judgment - Victoria English
Your Brain vs. The Bottle: The Science of Why You Drink Against Your Own Best Judgment - Victoria English
Wednesday 12th March 2025
Explore the science behind why alcohol has a hold on you and learn how to break free with practical strategies.
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Episode Overview
- Understand cognitive dissonance and its impact on drinking habits.
- Learn how alcohol hijacks the dopamine system in your brain.
- Discover practical strategies to replace drinking with healthier habits.
- Explore the neuroscience behind habit formation and reversal.
- Find out how high achievers can align their actions with their goals.
Cognitive dissonance is not a sign of failure. It’s your brain telling you that it’s time for something different
Ever wondered why, despite being smart and disciplined, alcohol still has a grip on you? In this episode of the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle podcast, Victoria English dives into the fascinating science behind our drinking habits. Victoria, head coach at Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, breaks down seven signs that cognitive dissonance is keeping you stuck in a drinking pattern that you know isn't serving you.
From justifying that glass of wine as a reward for hard work to making rules around drinking that keep changing, she explains how our brains trick us into maintaining these habits. You'll learn about the brain's dopamine system and how alcohol hijacks it, making it harder to stop once you've started. Victoria shares practical strategies from Project 90, their neuroscience-based program, to help you rewire your brain and create new, healthier habits.
She also discusses how high achievers can align their actions with their ambitions and take back control from alcohol. If you're ready to break free from the cycle and live your best life, this episode is a must-listen.