Sound Bites

"I was probably spending £400 a month on wine from the wine club."

"Alcohol is readily accessible, isn't it? We all use it to self-medicate don't we?"

"Alcohol is a toxic substance, it's actually carcinogenic."

Keywords

autism, coping mechanism, education, drinking habits, root causes, mindset, faith, alternatives to alcohol, support, sobriety

Summary

In this conversation, Carol shares her personal journey with alcohol and how it was influenced by her son's autism diagnosis.

She discusses how she used alcohol as a coping mechanism and the challenges she faced in her son's education.

Carol emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind our drinking habits and the need to address the root causes.

She also highlights the power of mindset and the role of faith in overcoming habitual habits & behaviours.

Carol provides practical tips for finding alternatives to alcohol and seeking support on the journey to moderation or taking a break from drinking.

Takeaways

Using alcohol as a coping mechanism for stress and challenges can lead to a slippery slope of relying on alcohol.

Understanding the root causes of our drinking habits is crucial for long-term change.

Mindset work and addressing the emotional reasons behind drinking are essential for breaking free from our habitual drinking habits.

Finding alternatives to alcohol and seeking support from coaches or communities can aid in the journey to controlling your drinking.

Leaning on faith and drawing strength from God can provide comfort and guidance in difficult times.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE

William Porter’s website with links for his books.

Alcohol Explained – The definitive, groundbreaking guide to alcohol, alcoholism and addiction

Rick Warren devotional: Daily Hope with Rick Warren - Devotional - Pastor Rick's Daily Hope

Rick Warren Daily Hope App: Pastor Rick's Daily Hope – Apps on Google Play

Rick Warren Book The Purpose Driven Life: https://amzn.eu/d/0NEgkMc

⁠I offer a £99 Exploratory Call to anyone who would like to make changes around their drinking patterns & behaviours.

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Please follow the link below for further information. ⁠https://warriormum.kartra.com/page/ExploratoryCall⁠

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