Brain Unblocked: The Brainspotting Podcast
[GDD Mini Series Part 4 of 5] Why Abstinence Isn't the Goal
14 May 2022
If you've been trying to change your relationship with alcohol for over one month, you probably have some feelings associated with the term "abstinence." In this episode, I'll explain why abstinence is not the goal if you're looking for a healthy relationship with alcohol, and how keeping it as your goal might actually be what's keeping you stuck You don't want to miss: What it means to your brain when you make abstinence your goal What if your goal IS to be fully alcohol-free? Isn't that abstinence? Why outdated tools and approaches keep you stuck on the Groundhog Day Drinker's Circle of Shame PLUS, what goals might feel more doable and more in line with what you truly want for your life. Links and resources: Join the Waitlist for the free workshop and to be notified when doors open on the next round of Optimized AF Academy https://carolynrobistow.net/optimizedaf Get a Daily Brain Block Buster delivered right to your inbox every M-F to help you get past the brain blocks keeping you stuck on groundhog day so you can take action and move the needle in your business. Sign up at https://carolynrobistow.net/daily Download your free body scan meditation so you can take the first step toward subcortical healing https://carolynrobistow.net/bodyscan Follow me on Instagram: @carolynrobistow Email me [email protected] For more about me and what I do, check out my website. Find a Brainspotting practitioner near you: https://brainspotting.com/directory/ UK-specific directory: https://www.bspuk.co.uk/therapists/ Free Biolateral Music https://youtu.be/Eu_kSaFzSR0 Brainspotting by Dr. David Grand https://amzn.to/3AvtiNK
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