405: Reduce Alcohol Consumption by 80%?! Manage binge drinking (& eating!) – Colleen Kachmann

How much control do we have over our drinking or binge eating behaviors? Do we need to quit alcohol forever? Is addiction a belief state, a behavioral issue, or a chemical one? Is moderation of a 'bad habit' even possible?

Mindful drinking coach Colleen Kachmann is sharing her perspective and personal experiences in this hot take of an episode. We're tackling the controversial topic of moderation versus abstinence, addiction versus habit and...

• 00:01:55 - Controversial Perspectives on Alcohol - the mixed messages about alcohol consumption
• 00:02:43 - Colleen's personal experience with heavy drinking
• 00:04:30 - What is alcohol use disorder & the impact of self-labeling as an alcoholic
• 00:07:19 - How neuroplasticity can aid in changing habits and beliefs
• 00:08:08 - What Works for You - choosing the path that aligns with individual beliefs
• 00:09:49 - The importance of personal choice in recovery
• 00:10:43 - The belief systems surrounding addiction and the myth of loss of control
• 00:12:59 - Advice for those struggling with alcohol use
• 00:13:30 - The difference between negative & positive goal-setting when trying to change a habit
• 00:16:03 - Interrupting Negative Patterns - Strategies for breaking the cycle of habitual drinking and reconnecting with the body
• 00:19:04 - The importance of identity in the journey of change
• 00:24:40 - Managing Shame and Mistakes - How to handle setbacks
• 00:27:00 - The Power of Self-Directed Neuroplasticity

🌟 Guest: @thehangoverwhisperer

📝 Show notes: http://www.onairella.com/405-reduce-binge-drinking

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