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Alcohol Tipping Point
How do you know you need to quit drinking? How do you know if you are an “alcoholic”? What are the warning signs of a drinking problem? I answer these questions and more in this episode. Super important: You don’t have to have a drinking problem to have a problem with drinking. Instead of asking yourself if you have an alcohol problem- ask yourself if your life would be better without alcohol. You can email me at deb@alcoholtippingpoint.com or visit http://www.alcoholtippingpoint.com Need help taking a break from drinking? Sign up for my 30 Day Solo Alcoholiday. 30 Days for $30 Sign up here: alcoholtippingpoint.com/30daybreak Sign up now, your day 1 starts tomorrow! What you get: Daily emails over the next 30 days that include: Thoughts, tips and mindset tricks to make the break easier Tools for dealing with common triggers like cravings, stress, anxiety, and socializing Inspirational and life changing content Guide and workbook with daily journal, worksheets, and resources
18:02•23 Feb 2022
Identifying a Drinking Problem: Insights from Deb Mazenor
“You don't have to be a problem drinker to have a problem with drinking. Alcohol use disorder runs from mild to severe. It should be individualized to address your needs.”
Ever wondered if your drinking habits might be problematic? In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', Deb Mazenor, a seasoned nurse health coach, breaks down the complexities of alcohol use disorder. Forget the label 'alcoholic'; Deb explains that alcoholism is actually a spectrum, with varying degrees of severity. She introduces a practical tool—the alcohol use disorder questionnaire—that can help you gauge where you might fall on this spectrum.
Deb also dispels common myths about alcohol addiction, stressing the importance of personalized approaches to recovery. Instead of asking yourself if you have a drinking problem, she suggests pondering whether your life would improve without alcohol. This episode is packed with tips, tools, and mindset shifts to help you reassess your relationship with drinking. If you're curious about whether cutting back or quitting might benefit you, this episode offers a thoughtful and supportive guide.
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