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Ep 103: 5 Ideas to Make This Month Easier | Alcohol Coaching |
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- The Big Drink Rethink
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- Jan 3, 2026
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- 988
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Summary
Struggling to keep your momentum as the novelty of cutting back on drinking starts to wear off? You’re not alone. In this third mini episode, Anna Donaghey returns with five practical, pressure-free ideas to support you through January, especially when willpower is fading and real-life challenges kick in. Building on previous mindset shifts, Anna sidesteps perfection and “shoulds,” guiding you to focus on what you actually want from life (not just what you’re trying to avoid). She invites listeners to rethink their motivation, reframe inevitable wobbles as valuable learning moments, and gently plan supportive evenings that help you feel safe and soothed and not stressed. You’ll learn the ultimate nervous system hack (intentional breathing), why small rituals matter more than big gestures, and why celebrating tiny gains is the most powerful way to stay on track. Here are the Highlights: 00:00 Welcome back to the mini series, for a new year kickstart 01:09 The novelty wears off, how to get real momentum in sober curiosity 01:31 Five simple, practical ideas, not willpower, but gentle support 01:49 Swap “not allowed” thinking for “is my life good enough right now?” 02:42 Motivation from desire, not discipline or fear 03:18 The pull towards a better life is stronger than willpower 04:39 Wobbles are normal, it takes time to learn new habits 07:12 Treat setbacks with curiosity, not moral judgment 07:34 Plan evenings lightly, enjoy tiny, soothing rituals 10:12 The incredible power of intentional breathing (box breathing) 13:39 Pay attention to what’s getting better 14:32 Pick one idea to shape your evening, even if it’s gentle and small 14:54 What if this month was about becoming someone you feel good being? 15:04 The journey continues with more episodes and resources. Anna’s…