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Ep 62: Our Alcohol Stories: Words that Can Change Your Life with Helen Packham Mar 20, 2025

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What if the stories we tell ourselves about alcohol are the very chains that bind us? A journey into the power of words awaits you on this episode of The Big Drink Rethink. Join host Anna Donaghey and guest Helen Packham as they unravel the narratives that shape our drinking culture and explore how changing our language can liberate us from old habits.

In this engaging conversation discover how Helen, a speaker and Coach, uses her passion for verbal communication to transform lives. Get ready to rethink the words you use and the stories you tell yourself about alcohol.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

03:32 Words are powerful and shape stories. Humans are natural storytellers, but not always healthy ones.

06:45 Alcohol was associated with fun and social connection.

11:54 Alcohol's influence is shaped by subconscious self-talk and marketing, reinforcing beliefs and behaviours.

15:03 Alcohol was central to Helen’s party-focused identity and she questioned who she was without it.

21:17 Outsourcing happiness and experiences to alcohol diminishes personal control and enjoyment when alcohol isn't present.

23:06 Transitioning from unconscious incompetence to applying personal development insights, helped shift her perspective.

30:52 Words can contain implicit instructions, like "happy hour".

35:12 Helen has joined and built a sobriety-focused Instagram community.

38:53 Reframe and rewrite your personal narrative through practice.

41:50 Shift the mindset from "giving up" alcohol to "gaining" benefits.

46:44 Challenge internal narratives about alcohol.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

Anna’s group coaching community ‘Unstuck!’ helps identify your alcohol ‘stories’ and beliefs, breaking the cycle of alcohol and all the shame that goes with it. For more information and to find out how to join, please follow this link: Unstuck! community information

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Anna is a certified Alcohol Mindset Coach, trained by Annie Grace of This Naked Mind. Drawing on her own journey out of alcohol addiction, she now helps others explore and control their drinking. With a career spanning 25 years as a Strategist in the Advertising industry, she combines her own lived experiences, with great insight into what makes us tick and what influences us to behave the way we do.

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

About Helen Packham:

Helen Packham is a speaker coach and verbal communications strategist helping leaders and business owners harness the power of their words to change lives, for the better. A TEDx curator and speaker, Helen passes on the powerful tool of storytelling to her clients so that they can confidently present and speak with impact. Helen lives on the south coast with her two kids and is navigating a life without alcohol and the many benefits it brings.

Find out more: www.helenpackham.com

Connect with Helen:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helenpackham/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/helen.packham1

Listen to the Words that Change Lives Podcast:

https://podfollow.com/words-that-change-lives

Subscribe to Helen's YouTube Channel:

https://www.youtube.com/@helenpackhamspeakercoach

Ep 61: Q&A: Why do I Self-Sabotage my Sobriety? | Alcohol Coaching | Mar 13, 2025

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Why do we often sabotage our own sobriety despite our best intentions? In this episode of The Big Drink Rethink, your host Anna explores the perplexing nature of self-sabotage, a challenge faced by many seeking to reshape their relationship with alcohol. Anna offers a thoughtful exploration of what drives these destructive patterns and provides actionable strategies to break free from the cycle.

Listeners will discover insights into the tug-of-war between the conscious desire for change and the subconscious fear of the unknown. With a focus on practical steps and the power of support systems, this episode is an essential listen for those striving to overcome self-sabotage and achieve lasting sobriety.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:09 An internal conflict between staying sober and fear of change leads to risky behaviors and romanticising past drinking.

08:11 Fear of change and identity loss can make overcoming drinking challenging.

11:20 Plan for resistance, challenge fears, question them, and consult your future self to overcome change.

14:39 A first sip of alcohol triggers dopamine release.

18:30 Positive emotions can trigger drinking due to learned behaviours

20:32 Observe your thoughts about drinking, like a scientist.

24:43 Have a plan to resist cravings.

27:59 Triggers are opportunities to learn; journal, forgive, and recommit..

30:31 Take it one day at a time, break old cycles gradually.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

Ep 60: The Gendered World of Alcohol Marketing Mar 06, 2025

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Have you ever considered how deeply ingrained the culture of alcohol marketing is in your life? Today your host, Anna explores the fascinating world of gendered alcohol marketing, alongside guest expert, Professor Carol Emslie, the co-director of the Research Centre for Health at Glasgow Caledonian University and co-chair of the Scottish Alcohol Research Network.

They discuss the intriguing and often controversial world of alcohol marketing, and its societal impact. They look at how it is carefully crafted and targeted towards different genders. From the lucrative realm of pink drinks to sponsorships in sports, discover the profound effects of market dynamics on our perceptions and drinking behaviors. Don't miss this enlightening discussion.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:29 Research on alcohol aims to inform policies to reduce harm.

06:52 The emergence of marketing alcohol to women.

11:49 Brands align with causes like International Women's Day.

14:42 Alcohol advertising subtly influences everyone.

17:14 Women navigate identity through their drink choices.

21:25 Brands aim to emotionally resonate with consumers.

28:15 Women (particularly mothers) associate alcohol with taking a timeout.

33:24 Alcohol references are frequent in Six Nations rugby matches.

40:43 Challenge societal views on alcohol by increasing awareness of pervasive marketing and ingrained beliefs.

44:22 #DontPinkMyDrink campaign to highlight how alcohol advertisers cynically target women.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

About Professor Carol Emslie

Professor Carol Emslie is co-Director of the Research Centre for Health at Glasgow Caledonian University and is co-Chair of the Scottish Alcohol Research Network. Her applied research aims to understand the social context of drinking and explore ways to reduce alcohol harm. She has been interviewed by BBC Panorama, BBC Radio’s Women’s Hour, BBC Alba’s Eorpa, the Guardian and the New York Times and has presented her research at the Scottish Parliament.

She has an international reputation for research on gender and alcohol and launched the #dontpinkmydrink social media campaign to highlight alcohol marketing to women. Recent work includes a WHO report on gender and alcohol, studies of drinking and alcohol marketing in LGBTQ+ communities, and ‘sober curiosity’ among sexual minority women.

She leads Glasgow Caledonian’s Crucible programme for early-career researchers. This aims to develop leaders of the future who can communicate their research to the media, practitioners and policymakers and who are committed to working with partners to deliver positive social change.

Find out more:https://www.gcu.ac.uk/staff/carolemslie

Co-Director: Research Centre for Health

Co-Lead: Substance use research

Co-Chair: Scottish Alcohol Research Network

Links to work by Prof Carol Emslie (Glasgow Caledonian

University):

BBC 1 PANORAMA Nov 2024 (Binge Drinking and me – Hazel

Martin https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0025fyj

Alcohol-related deaths from liver disease among women under 40 have

risen sharply over the last decade – but why?

BLOG How alcohol companies are using International Women’s Day to sell more drinks to

women

BLOG Drinking on the gay scene: why we need to take it more seriously

#dontpinkmydrink social media campaign

Ep 59: Toolkit 101: Practical Ways to Build Positive Habits | Alcohol Toolkit | Feb 27, 2025

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Ready to break the drinking cycle? In this toolkit episode of The Big Drink Rethink, host Anna Donaghey shares the science of habit formation and why relying on willpower alone often fails when trying to change drinking behaviours. She breaks down James Clear's habit loop concept and provides practical, actionable strategies for creating lasting change through small, intentional adjustments rather than dramatic overnight transformations.

Anna explores how to work with your brain's natural wiring instead of against it, introduces the power of "friction" in breaking unwanted habits, and shares personal examples of how tiny changes can lead to significant shifts in behavior.

Tune in to learn specific techniques for tracking new habits, the importance of identity in behavior change, and how to approach setbacks with self-compassion rather than judgment.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

03:52 Changing drinking habits involves working with the brain's habit system

08:15 Understanding the habit loop reveals that habit change involves reprogramming

13:47 Make alcohol less accessible to encourage thoughtful decisions.

18:24 Focus on self-care to replace drinking habits

22:07 Self-care involves healthier responses to triggers like drinking

27:10 Drinking less varies daily; challenges are learning opportunities

29:45 Focus on how you want to feel when adopting new behaviours

35:22 Track daily activities to feel stimulated.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

Ep 58: Own Your Worth & Rewrite your Alcohol Story Feb 20, 2025

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Is a sense of unworthiness and shame keeping you stuck? In this powerful episode of The Big Drink Rethink, host Anna Donaghey sits down with Chris Janssen, a leading Performance and Mindset Coach with a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, to explore how shame and unworthiness can keep people trapped in addiction. Chris, who has been sober for 18 years and is the bestselling author of "Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want," shares her personal journey and professional insights on breaking free from shame-based thinking.

Together, they discuss how community support, self-compassion, and rewriting one's personal narrative can be transformative tools in recovery, regardless of the path chosen. This conversation offers hope and practical strategies for anyone questioning their relationship with alcohol or struggling to believe they deserve a better life.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

06:08 Shame inhibits recovery from addiction by fostering unworthiness.

10:04 Shame is about self-worth, while guilt focuses on behavior change.

14:58 Persevere with positive self-talk to replace negative beliefs.

19:18 The book addresses overcoming perfectionism, shame, pride, and the struggle of restarting sobriety.

21:03 Community alleviates shame through empathy and support

23:26 Struggling drinkers may feel undeserving of better.

27:50 Start recovery from where you are.

32:29 Shared experiences in supportive communities alleviate self-judgment and shame, fostering mutual understanding and growth.

34:19 The theme is separating addiction from identity to view oneself as worthy and not defined by it.

47:05 Self-help is important, but service and community keep us humble by countering negative ego-driven thinking.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

About Chris Janssen:

Chris Janssen, MA, BCC, is a leading results coach in performance and mindset and a bestselling, award winning author. She has worked with hundreds of sought-after athletes, creatives, soldiers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses internationally, helping them to close the gap between where they are and where they want to be. In addition to her academic achievements, Chris trained with and worked on Tony Robbins’ team of results coaches at the #1 personal development and peak performance strategy company in the world.

As a board-certified coach with a master’s in counselling psychology and over 25 years of experience, Chris excels in helping high-achieving perfectionists navigate performance pressure, overcome self-sabotage and rewrite narratives. Through her successful and sustainable Living All In methods, clients learn to attach meaning to life events and circumstances beyond their control.

To purchase Chris’s book "Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want”:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/1637633378/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?ie=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.SfN6tVL2s2ZmoJn1eGkcgPhRvRdJ_BIZ1aARcUyoYUTn02KqZ9eH54oTCxXbyQSH_gJNZDiXSeofgFeSvlHhdKxDLmEgKwhEgURjTlisF5cZCtEOaPMftkv6je17IPWzPwUqkFOEdopn-r-7yvAijByQL2gUR0-aCWVHYZE1dGKvyPgzADiW04ekBMCEok7J7LjLqpLeZMgvfmbAy0aRvg.9Um1nzBC86WIakycnPAR9Yntwbt_Vs4_cArvng1uY80&qid=1739802882&sr=8-1

Find out more: https://www.chrisjanssencoaching.com/

Connect with Chris:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chrisjanssencoaching/

https://www.instagram.com/chris3janssen

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris3janssen

Ep 57: Q&A: How do I Deal with Alcohol-Related Shame? Feb 13, 2025

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How does one deal with shame and embarrassment around their drinking behaviour? In this Q&A episode, host Anna Donaghey tackles this deeply personal question from a listener who struggles with past actions and memory gaps related to their drinking. Drawing from Brené Brown's research, Anna breaks down the differences between shame, guilt, humiliation, and embarrassment, offering practical journalling exercises and self-compassion techniques to help listeners process and move beyond their shame. She explains why shame thrives in silence and provides actionable steps for writing a self-forgiveness letter to release the burden of past regrets.

Here are the highlights:

00:57 Shame from drinking spans minor embarrassments to significant life impacts, including broken relationships and neglect.

08:09 Embarrassment is temporary and sometimes humorous, unlike the persistent nature of shame.

12:26 Use journalling to shift from self-judgment to self-compassion

15:19 Reflect and write on struggles.

18:01 Write kind words to yourself as you would to a friend.

22:29 Expressing and confronting personal regrets and emotions can be transformative and healing.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

Ep 56: Alcohol, Shame & Healing: Karla’s Story Feb 06, 2025

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Have you ever wondered what it really takes to hit rock bottom, and whether you need to wait for that moment before making a change? In this powerful episode of The Big Drink Rethink, host Anna Donaghey sits down with Karla Adkins, whose harrowing journey with alcohol nearly cost her life at just 37 years old. Through raw and emotional storytelling, Karla shares how her relationship with alcohol began as a solution to anxiety in college, but ultimately led to acute liver failure and a near-death experience. As co-owner of The Zero Proof Life and author of "And She Came Tumbling Down," Karla's story is not just about survival - it's about the shame, stigma, and silence that keeps so many people stuck in dangerous patterns with alcohol. This episode challenges listeners to rethink their assumptions about what problem drinking looks like and offers hope that there are many supportive paths, all while emphasising that you don't have to wait until you hit rock bottom to make a change.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:20 Anxiety began subtly but grew, I was introduced to alcohol at High School.

14:04 In my late twenties, I struggled with fear and shame around drinking.

18:13 Drinking caused confusion and health issues; all bodies react differently.

22:05 Experience of liver failure due to excessive drinking.

28:34 Feared death without sharing untold truth, worried about being misjudged as an alcoholic.

29:33 Understanding alcohol's impact is more than just quitting.

36:59 Discussing shame in addiction is crucial, because shame keeps us stuck.

46:38 I wanted to write about the increasing mortality rates among young women because of drinking.

49:33 Being alcohol-free involves effort and nervous system adjustment.

52:30 In ‘The Zero Proof Life’, we ended up working together as diverse coaches, creating a judgment-free, supportive community. I'm proud of this space.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

About Karla Adkins:

Karla is co-owner of The Zero Proof Life, and author dedicated to guiding individuals toward a life free of alcohol. With a passion for helping others, Karla brings a wealth of experience and empathy to her coaching practice. Her transformative approach emphasizes self-discovery, empowerment, and sustainable lifestyle changes.

As the author of, "And She Came Tumbling Down", Karla shares her personal journey of triumph over alcohol addiction, offering insights, strategies, and inspiration for those seeking to change their relationship with alcohol. Karla started her alcohol free journey in 2014 and is committed to providing a safe, judgement-free space so others can find their own path to freedom.

Connect with Karla:

Website:https://www.thezeroprooflife.com

Book: And She Came Tumbling Down

https://shorturl.at/V2FbJ

Ep 55: Toolkit 101 - Getting 'Unstuck!' | Alcohol Toolkit | Jan 30, 2025

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Today we're doing things a bit differently. Your host Anna Donaghy is bringing back her old friend and fellow Coach, Tabbin Almond. Together, they're exploring their personal alcohol struggles and coaching journeys, sharing insights and tools that they wish they had when they felt well and truly "stuck”.

Anna and Tabbin are not just talking about the problems - they’re also unveiling an exciting new program called Unstuck!, designed to help you break free from the alcohol cycle. If you've ever felt trapped by your drinking habits, this episode will resonate deeply and provide you with practical resources to help you move forward.

Tune into this discussion about the universal feelings of being stuck and the proven strategies that lead to real change. Let's get started on the path to getting 'unstuck' together!

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:37 Many people feel universally "stuck", but talking about it can help

12:37 Feeling stuck can lead to feelings of helplessness, loss of control, hopelessness, and shame.

15:12 How hindsight shows the feeling of being stuck in a drinking cycle and the impact of addiction

25:28 Feelings of regret and the lessons of willpower

32:59 Life is challenging, but we can control our reactions and perceptions instead of avoiding reality

40:44 Your invitation to join our 12-week course

47:01 Compulsive behaviours, like drinking, involve avoiding reality by altering brain chemistry.

48:18 Habits begin as intentional but become unconscious with repetition and alignment.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

About Tabbin Almond:

Tabbin had a long and largely secret struggle to regain control over alcohol. Alcohol-free since 2018, she now works full-time as an alcohol-freedom coach, speaker, podcast host and writer. Her book ‘Bottling Up Trouble – how alcohol is harming your business and what you can do about it’, is an Amazon best-seller.

Website: https://www.winetowatercoaching.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winetowatercoaching

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/winetowatercoaching

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/katherine-tabbin-almond

LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wine-to-water-coaching/

Ep 54: Breaking the Alcohol Cycle - Habits vs Dependency Jan 23, 2025

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Today, we are exploring the intricate world of habits and dependency, particularly related to alcohol consumption. Join your host Anna Donaghey and Christopher Richards, the esteemed founder of Atomic Growth and an expert in psychology and human behaviour. Christopher shares his insightful perspectives on how habits form, the fine line between habits and dependency, and the role of rituals, identity, somatics, and environment in breaking the cycle of alcohol usage.

Christopher illuminates how quickly casual drinking can morph into a more concerning dependency, often driven by our desire for immediate benefits like confidence and relaxation. He emphasises the importance of building positive habits before attempting to cut out alcohol.

Whether you're navigating Dry January or trying to change your relationship with alcohol, tune in for a great conversation about to break habits.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

04:08 Automatic habits are unintentional routines, often influenced by social and psychological factors.

07:39 The challenge in addressing alcohol use is its perceived positives.

12:48 Alcohol is used to fill perceived emotional voids.

21:05 Investing in personal growth and well-being yields long-term benefits.

30:31 Choose growth over comfort to impact future generations.

35:47 Consciously rewire identity through rituals (doing), identity (thinking), and somatics (feeling) to improve life and understand drinking impulses.

39:07 Lack of body-mind connection can lead to mindless actions.

47:01 Compulsive behaviors, like drinking, involve avoiding reality by altering brain chemistry.

48:18 Habits begin as intentional but become unconscious with repetition and alignment.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk

About Christopher Richards:

Christopher Richards is a transformational leadership consultant and the founder of AtomicGrowth. He served for 15 years in the British Army, becoming one of the lead experts in the Criminal Intelligence Bureau, and is an expert in psychology, leadership, and human behaviour. He is a visionary futurist and a keynote speaker on the topics of global innovation and human advancement.

For the last 10 years, he has helped business owners and corporate executives to quickly find and fix the internal barriers to their success, helping them to become even greater leaders for their business, family, and their own daily life. And he achieves this by understanding, identifying, and demystifying the patterns of the mind, behaviour, and identity.

Originally from London and now touring the United States, Christopher works with vision-driven leaders to help them become unstoppable forces for higher good and positive global advancement.

Connect with Christopher:

Website: atomicgrowth.co.uk

Facebook: facebook.com/chris.richards01

Instagram: instagram.com/chris_richards_official/

X: x.com/ChrisRichardsAG/

Ep 53: Toolkit 101: Recapping on a Year of Free Tools | Alcohol Toolkit | Jan 16, 2025

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After a year of transformative insights and practical tools on The Big Drink Rethink podcast, Anna takes listeners on a comprehensive journey through the most impactful strategies for rethinking their drinking habits. This episode reflects on the tools and advice discussed over more than 50 episodes, simplifying access to life-enhancing resources available for free on Anna’s website.

Join Anna as she revisits pivotal conversations with experts like Professor David Nutt and Adrian Chiles, and shares the tools designed to foster a sober curious lifestyle, from alcohol tracking guides to mindfulness exercises. Whether you're a long-time listener or a newcomer, this episode is your go-to summary for actionable steps on your path to a healthier relationship with alcohol. The link to the free resources is below.

Here are the highlights:

00:00 Introduction

03:55 Identify motivations, understand alcohol use, and track consumption.

09:46 Minimise self-created stress for a more balanced life.

14:10 Journaling improves well-being, breaks evening drinking habits.

19:02 Visualising future choices transformed my life's direction.

23:08 Evaluate life using a tool scoring 10 emotions to measure happiness, and assess if alcohol affects this score.

24:44 Moderation tips for a healthier alcohol balance are available.

30:43 Journaling helps process emotions, and beliefs.

31:38 I’ve added a visualisation tool to help control alcohol intake.

🔗 Get all the free resources from the series at: Toolkit Optin

To further explore your relationship with alcohol, check out Anna’s self-guided programme, The Big Drink Rethink Experiment: https://www.thebeliefscoach.com/the-big-drink-rethink-experiment

And apply the code POD99 to purchase for just £99 as a podcast listener

If you’re loving the podcast and would like to give Anna a warm, fuzzy feeling of appreciation, then you can buy her a coffee:

https://buymeacoffee.com/bigdrinkrethink

About the host Anna:

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink

Produced by winteraudio.co.uk