Mary Wagstaff

Stop Drinking and Start Living

Mary Wagstaff

  • Ep. #102 Five Mistakes That Makes Quitting Drinking Impossible: 4 of 5: OPP

Ep. #102 Five Mistakes That Makes Quitting Drinking Impossible: 4 of 5: OPP

Wednesday 1st September 2021

Overcome societal pressure and common mistakes when quitting alcohol with Mary Wagstaff's expert advice in this episode.
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Breaking Free: Mary Wagstaff on Ditching Alcohol Without Worrying About Others

I want you to stop trying to moderate your drinking... But without emotion, and all of it- not just the feel-good stuff, but without all of it, everything else would be meaningless.
Have you ever felt trapped by the fear of what others think about your decision to quit drinking? Mary Wagstaff tackles this head-on in this episode of 'Stop Drinking and Start Living'. She dives into one of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to quit alcohol: caring too much about other people's opinions. Mary makes it clear - your relationship with alcohol is nobody else's business but your own.
Imagine being so confident in your choice to stop drinking that you no longer worry about how others perceive you. Sounds liberating, right? Mary walks you through how to shift your mindset and focus on your own beliefs about alcohol first. She emphasizes that when you're all in on your decision, the opinions of others become irrelevant. Throughout this episode, Mary shares practical tips on how to stop mind-reading and start respecting your own decisions.
She encourages listeners to embrace all their emotions, even the uncomfortable ones, and to step into a neutral space where they can observe and gather evidence for their new beliefs. Mary also touches on the societal norms and indoctrination that make quitting drinking seem daunting. She challenges these norms and helps you see that moderation isn't the only path to freedom.
By working on your own beliefs about alcohol, you'll find it easier to stay committed to your decision, regardless of what others think. So, if you're ready to feel proud of your choice to quit drinking and want to learn how to overcome societal pressure, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover how to make your journey to sobriety a personal triumph.
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