Take a Break from Drinking

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Education #175, Self-Improvement #91

Tired of breaking your promise to go easy on the drinks tonight? You know your nightly habit isn’t great for your health or waistline, but it’s so hard to say no.Sound familiar? Then you need Rachel. She knows what it’s like to be fed up with your drinking, worried about judgment from others, and turned off by approaches that focus on a higher power instead of brain science. Learn the exact steps she used to change her relationship with alcohol. Discover how the brain works, the real reason you crave a drink, the key to changing your desire, and how to decide what’s right for you.Create a life that is fun, spontaneous, relaxing, and, most importantly, pleasurable (no buzz necessary).For her latest free class, visit linktr.ee/rachelhart or check out rachelhart.com for show notes and more.

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Recent Reviews

FreshDoughnuts

Worth returning to

I just listened again to Abstinence vs Moderation, and love the mindset shift Rachel offers. I’ve listened to most of these, but find that revisiting the backlog can be really helpful.
lovelifelearner

#54 Why I Don't Use Labels

This was an excellent podcast that opened by eyes to a better understanding of labels. I am learning about alcohol use and how I've observed it in myself, my family and society. This podcast made so much sense and was uplifting. Thank you!
Smell73112

When I’m feeling anxious and alone

I love this podcast. It’s such a light in the dark when I’m feeling shameful, alone or anxious. I can’t express how much it means to me.
Thirsty_pdx

Love this podcast

I am a male in my late 50s and have never been completely ‘out of control’ with drinking, but like many other people I have become “sober curious” of late. To that end, I explored many books and podcasts on the topic and Rachel‘s podcast is hands-down the best! I did my first full dry January this year and since then I’ve cut my drinking roughly in half from where I was previously. Thank you so much Rachel!
zane394

This is really helpful

So practical. So smart. I really enjoy Rachel’s approach.
memurphyiii

Great podcast for growth!

I started listening to this podcast because I wanted to explore my relationship with alcohol more deeply, but Rachel’s advice has allowed me to examine so much more than just that. It’s a great podcast that I recommend for anyone who feels they have barriers in any aspect of their life!
JohnnyDonuts123

Highly recommended to increase your awareness

I have been a fan of this podcast for years! Rachel is direct, concise and has a way of delivering information that lands so well. Thank you for this work, very necessary.
gangster!12345667890

Life Changing

I’m in my 50s and this is the first time I’ve ever looked at my relationship with alcohol as an emotion driven cycle. Rachel’s positivity, tools and reinforcements have proven invaluable. Thank you!
MZZ99now

Thanks

This podcast is incredible. It started me on a journey of learning about living in mindfulness, and find enjoying every day.
ESP HSP

TFA sandwhich

Your explanation of the Thunk Feel Act Sandwhich cycle was so helpful and insightful. You have a soothing and encouraging voice. Thank you
desperatelyseekingsangha

Wisdom for anyone trying to change

I don’t have a drinking problem yet I find Rachel helps motivate me and gives me tools to use with my own difficult patterns. I am so grateful to have access to her lessons!
iTash

Helpful for many issues

I listen to this podcast to better understand and respond to my binge eating issues and I find it very helpful. It’s not just for drinkers!
Stacyrae77

So Helpful!

Rachel and her podcast are great and have been so helpful!
Honeybee673

So encouraging

Rachel understands and supports.
JeniLea

Labels

Just listened to the podcast regarding labels and it very much resonated with me. Important perspective on alcohol stigmas AND very refreshing to expand my thinking that I do not have to accept any label at all. We are not a one-size fits all society. I now want to listen to more of her podcasts.
zegening56

Special Occasion Drinking

I’ve been l listening to this podcast for a while now, this is my first review. I gain insight into my relationship with alcohol in every episode I listen to. This particular one is short and sweet and only has me ask myself and answer one question on these occasions. Brilliant! Listen for yourself to hear straight from Rachel. She says it best.
s z keller

The Connector Archetype

This show was illuminating. I really see myself as this archetype. Thank you Rachel for your help and wisdom. I love your podcast! Susan
Candonow

Take a break

Inspiring!
JWGaluppo

Labels defined

What a fabulous podcast regarding the tendency for labeling things, and the tendency to limit the outcomes because of labeling. Wish this teaching was around when I was younger. Truly helpful in providing effective tools to help us retrain our thoughts to bring about successful outcomes for ourselves and others without using a judgment measure. Thank you!!!
Irene plm

Helpful

Rachel’s podcast helps to uncover unconscious thoughts about drinking.
SLPshoe

Labels

Excellent podcast regarding the antiquated use of labeling in drinking. Highlights the gray areas and is a positive reminder that we can change our brains
A human-being, not a label!

Labels regarding alcohol consumption

Rachel Hart did an amazing job of describing how labels, such as alcoholic and sober can have such negative connotations and group individuals into stereotypes that may not apply to individuals! There are so many variables and differences in everyone and labels do not share those characteristics. The one example that really stood out to me was about a person labeled disabled! She described that her environment was disabling her, turning the situation completely around and removing the label on the person to that of the environment. I came away thinking we should never label anyone. We are all unique in our own characteristics and should be acknowledged for them! Eye- opener podcast!
treed123

Powerful Information

I have only listened to a few episodes so far, but what I have already learned is so powerful and helpful. The episodes have quickly impacted my life by teaching me about my patterns of thinking and behavior.
Julie Mahannah

life-changing podcast

I am so grateful for you and your courage to not only say what we are unable to say to help people live their pure potential. I've listened to several of your podcast, and I am planning to do a deep dive into the resources and workbooks. I love to meditate, and I think this will be a practice I can do every day to reach my A goal.
Running On Grit

Hopeful & Helpful

This podcast is an incredible resource, and I absolutely love how short the episodes are! Quick and easy to listen to and digest. Love tuning in on my commute, so I can get in a couple of episodes at a time.
MKF623

Learning

I’m learning a lot. I like the length of the espisodes.
JG2023JG

What an incredible resource!

I am on Episode 91 now (started with the first) and I can’t tell you how much this has helped me not only with my relationship with alcohol, but eating, shopping etc. As a trauma survivor, I had struggled with numbing my feelings and intrusive thoughts. Rachel’s approach has been the more helpful than some therapists. I feel very empowered by her approach and I so appreciate this resource.
Allison C. (Bay Area Lawyer)

An essential listen for anyone struggling with habit change

Rachel’s approach really resonates and offers tools to support habit change grounded in mindset work and self coaching. This podcast is a must listen for anyone ready to explore the emotions driving their habits, and ways to finally effect real change.
Chef Alma

Very Helpful

I just found Rachel’s podcasts last month. I started listening them from the beginning. I also bought the book which I am reading at the same time. I want to cut back my drinking & Rachel is giving me tools & motivation daily. Very helpful! Thank you Rachel!
Late for the Show

Second Time Around

I just found this podcast in my search for support after starting again after stopping for 2 1/2 years. Doing a deep dive, starting with the first episode from 2017 and so much of what Rachel shares resonates with me. She’s so positive and relatable.
Riehlm

Very Helpful!

I started listening to this podcast a few months ago, and between this and Rachel’s book, “Why Can’t I Drink Like Everyone Else?” I’ve learned some important things about my drinking. Rachel neutralizes alcohol and allows you to examine your drinking habits without shame. If you don’t like how much you drink, but don’t think you need AA, this podcast and Rachel’s book are a great place to start.
mfjjrjnfjfntudj

Hopeful!!

For the first time in a long time I have hope. Thank you Rachel for how you break things down and provide the information in a digestible way. Think, Feel, Act!!! Showing up for myself is where I hope to be.
Broker Shipman

Refreshing!

Finding Rachel Hart’s podcast has been refreshing! The tools and techniques not only work with reducing alcohol use but can also apply to other areas in my life, like food, or workaholism. The Thought. Feel. Act. cycle is a useful way to process things and really check in with our thinking. Thank you for doing this Rachel!
Runnner22

Amazing Pocast

This is a really great podcast. Rachel is amazing and effortlessly walks you through details and example and tools to accomplish your goals. I love how she uses different examples for the same problems we alll have. very enjoyable to listening to, I couldn't stop!
RickinWaSt

Glad to find this Podcast!

Promise after promise saying either not to drink or not drink too much. Then, being angry at myself failing to adhere to that promise to my self and spouse. Need something to be successful, not short term, but life changing! Flipping through the topics may be the answer. ~ Thanks ~
Ballena Bebe

Life Changing

I am late to the Rachel Hart phenomenon but also probably right on time for me! The think-feel-act model is a life-changing concept that can be applied to any area of life where a shift is needed. Thank you for sharing Rachel! You have a devoted listener and believer here in Jersey!
Jimmy Pines

AA Didn’t Work for Me

Hi, I really enjoy your podcast. I thought that I was in a doom-loop of lacking willpower to broken-brain. Your podcast helped me view my intemperance through a new lens. I am grateful for your pod, Thank you! ☮️
malisahug

Life changing skills

I am so impressed, and pleasantly surprised, about the Think Feel Act way to stop drinking or any behavior that creates an unwanted result in your life. I love her podcasts! I listen in the car and just for educational purposes when i have free time. I've encouraged many people to listen, however, one must have a desire to change something in their lives that's not going well. It's not easy to change, nor do you have too. It's only been 3 months but I feel so empowered by my understanding of my behaviors and the tools and knowledge to help them or just be with my uncomfortable feelings. Thank you Rachel!
Atenanike

Resonates Deeply: A Transformative Podcast Experience

This show really opened my eyes and made me look at my behavior from a completely different perspective. The idea that we are not our thoughts was beyond my understanding until I listened to the podcast. Rachel conveys and shares her knowledge in a very clear, resonating, and impactful way that reaches deep within.
twinskl

Life changing and empowering

I have only been listening to Take a Break from Drinking for a couple of weeks but I have already learned so much!! I also feel empowered and hopeful about changing my relationship with alcohol. Thank you Rachel Hart for sharing your own experiences and sharing practical tools that are enabling me to change.
805 MM

Yes! Rings true always

Concise, actionable, intriguing truths . Thank you, Rachel, all the best to you, appreciate your honesty. Rings true.
chrismoho

So happy I found her !

Love the practical tools, especially on working on urges .
sharshar67

Amazing info!

I’ve only been listening to his podcast for a couple of weeks but I’m already seeing the benefits of Rachel’s approach. I’m not trying to cut out alcohol completely but want to refrain from drinking to soothe my stress or overdoing it to “have fun”. The latter never ends well. I was traveling for a work conference and typically that means I’m drinking the free booze on the plane, at conference receptions and at meals. However, I was pleasantly surprised that I didn't have a strong urge to drink and still had a great time at the conference. I want to continue down this path and leverage the learnings to make my desire to drink wane even more. I’m excited about what’s to come!
MattyLightBeer

Great podcast

This is one of the best podcasts.
lindytemplin

The best Podcast!

This is one of the best podcasts. I have more issues with food but drinking can also be a problem for me. Rachel’s podcast can be used for food issues too. Thank you Rachel!
LMcCty

Great Approach

Have enjoyed the positive approach to getting alcohol out of our lives. Totally agree with not labeling or beating yourself up when you slip. Looking forward to listening to more podcasts!
Oh really??

Life changing

Found Rachel via Mel Robbins podcast. Listening to break my addictions.
ZipStar2022

So Helpful!

Really wonderful approach that allows you to move forward with your goals without beating yourself up. Super positive and makes so much sense!
jlschulz

I love Rachel’s approach

I have listened to many Podcasts on sobriety and I love how Rachel’s topics are right to the point and relatable to the reality of quitting drinking. Her episodes are short enough that I can listen and not have to spend a lot of time getting through them. She had wonderful advice and much wisdom. She is a very upbeat person and the audio is clear and concise. I recommend it highly!
wog99

Soothing

I enjoy thé podcast because Rachel is so relatable. The episodes are insightful and make me want to make positive changes in my life. I’m on episode 32 but I can easily see Myself listening to them all. The podcasts give me food for thought and make me think about my actions.

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