How to Steer Clear of Binge Drinking
Episode Overview
Plan ahead with a doable drink plan. Eat before drinking to slow alcohol absorption. Alternate alcoholic drinks with non-alcoholic ones. Choose drinks with lower alcohol by volume. Stay mindful and challenge permission-giving thoughts.
"It's not the alcohol causing you to overdrink; it's how you set yourself up."
What drives someone to seek a life without binge drinking? In this compelling revisitation of 'How to Avoid Binge Drinking,' Molly Watts takes us on a journey through the science and psychology behind binge behaviour. She breaks down the myths and realities of binge drinking, challenging common assumptions that many hold. Molly shares practical strategies and mindset shifts that can help you steer clear of binge episodes, not just with alcohol, but in other aspects of life as well.
Through a mix of science-backed insights and personal anecdotes, Molly offers listeners a toolbox of techniques to help reduce or eliminate binge drinking. From making a doable plan ahead of time to choosing lower alcohol by volume drinks, the episode is packed with actionable advice. Molly also delves into the emotional triggers and social pressures that often lead to binge drinking, encouraging listeners to stay mindful and in control.
Whether you're someone who struggles with binge drinking or simply curious about how to maintain a balanced relationship with alcohol, this episode provides a wealth of information and support. So, why not take a step towards a more mindful approach to drinking? Reflect on your own habits and see how these insights might just be the change you need.