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246. I Had All The Answers… But Still Couldn’t Stop Drinking - Interview with Paul
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- Apr 24, 2026
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Summary
“I felt like I had all the answers… I just couldn’t quite put them together.” In episode 246 of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast, Patrick is joined by Paul to talk about what it’s really like trying to stop drinking alcohol when you already understand the problem. You’ve read the books. Listened to the podcasts. You know alcohol isn’t serving you. But you’re still stuck. Paul describes it as having all the pieces of the puzzle… just not knowing how to put them together. This conversation breaks down why that happens and what actually helps you move from thinking about change to applying it in real life. They talk about alcohol habits, daily triggers, self-talk, and why relying on willpower alone keeps men stuck in the same cycle. You’ll also hear how Paul went from drinking heavily most evenings to building consistency, clarity, and momentum without alcohol. Including what happened when he slipped… and why it didn’t send him back to square one. In this episode: Why it’s hard to stop drinking alcohol even when you know what to do The “puzzle” feeling and why men get stuck in the drinking cycle How to break the habit of drinking and start applying what you know The role of self-talk in changing your relationship with alcohol How to deal with alcohol cravings and urges in real time Why one slip doesn’t mean failure when quitting alcohol What changes physically and mentally when you stop drinking If you’re trying to quit drinking, cut down alcohol, or understand why you keep going back to it… this episode will help you see what’s been missing. Work with Patrick: Discover how coaching can support your goals in rethinking alcohol. 👉 Apply here …