Molly Watts
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Unwinding Anxiety with Dr. Jud Brewer
Unwinding Anxiety with Dr. Jud Brewer
Unwinding Anxiety with Dr. Jud Brewer
Wednesday 1st September 2021
Discover how anxiety triggers drinking and learn mindful strategies to break the cycle with Dr. Jud Brewer on The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast.
34 minutes
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Molly Watts
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Navigating Alcohol Dependency
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Get the buttons here!Anxiety and Alcohol: Dr. Jud Brewer's Mindful Approach
Anxiety triggers people to drink and they drink they don't even they're not even necessarily aware that that's what's triggering them.
Ever wondered why anxiety often leads to reaching for a drink? In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts sits down with Dr. Jud Brewer, an addiction psychiatrist and author, to untangle the intricate relationship between anxiety and alcohol use. Dr. Brewer explains how anxiety can act as a trigger for drinking, creating a cycle that's tough to break. But don't worry, there's hope!
He introduces the concept of the 'bigger, better offer'—a strategy to give your brain a more attractive option than the habit it's clinging to. Through mindfulness and self-awareness, you can disrupt this cycle and cultivate healthier habits. Dr. Brewer also dives into the importance of self-mastery, teaching us how to be in control of our thoughts and emotions, ultimately fostering a more peaceful relationship with alcohol.
If you're looking to understand why you might reach for that glass when stressed and want practical tips to change this pattern, this episode is a must-listen.