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This week, Molly is revisiting an important episode about drinking alone, drinking secrecy, and what these behaviors may reveal about your relationship with alcohol.Drinking alone does not automatically mean you have a problem. But when drinking becomes automatic, emotionally driven, or hidden, it is worth getting curious.In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores how these patterns can reinforce alcohol habits, why honest tracking matters, and how to interrupt the cycle without shame or all-or-nothing thinking.You'll learn:Why drinking alone is not the same as having alcohol use disorderWhat subtle drinking secrecy can look likeHow emotional relief strengthens the habit loopSimple ways to create more awareness and choiceThe goal is not perfection. It is noticing the pattern and choosing one small step toward a more peaceful relationship with alcohol.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

What if addiction isn't the problem, but the solution to pain you never knew you were carrying? Anita Chellamah looked like she had everything. She appeared on Top of the Pops with Legs & Co, fronted and co-wrote The Cherry Bombz, supported Poison on tour in America, performed at the legendary CBGB in New York and on the Reading Festival Main Stage, was a member of Toto Coelo, who reached No. 6 in the UK charts and No. 4 in Australia, and became one of the first presenters on Sky Television and one of its first presenters of colour, hosting her own shows and performing Sky's 5th Anniversary song. From the outside, it looked like success in every direction. Behind the scenes, however, she was quietly battling addiction. At just 19, while performing in the West End production of Bubbling Brown Sugar, she was prescribed amphetamines by a private doctor who was later struck off. By her late twenties, nights began with champagne, continued with cocaine and ended with Night Nurse. At 29, she stopped. She hasn't had a drink or a drug since.Today, Anita is a trauma, addiction and DBT therapist with nearly four decades of sobriety. Qualified since 1998, she works in private practice, receiving referrals and working with organisations including the Priory, Steps Together and Castle Craig, specialising in addiction, trauma and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) with individuals, couples, families and groups. Anita explains why rock bottom rarely looks like the movies, why childhood trauma, shame and emotional pain so often drive addiction, and why recovery is about far more than simply putting down the drink or the drug.We explore the hidden links between trauma, ADHD, binge drinking, cocaine addiction, alcoholism, codependency, self-worth, mental health, emotional regulation and long-term recovery. Anita shares how recovery transformed not only her relationship with alcohol and drugs, but also the way she understands herself, her emotions and the world around her.The conversation also tackles some of the biggest debates in recovery today, including trauma therapy, 12-step fellowships, medication in recovery, antidepressants, ADHD medication, relapse prevention, addictive personality and why there is no single path that works for everyone. Nearly 40 years sober, Anita's humility, honesty and wisdom offer hope to anyone wondering whether lasting recovery from addiction and alcoholism is really possible.Oliver is an ambassador for Alcohol Change UK and you can access support here - https://tinyurl.com/5dt5773eThank you to Gavin Sisters for sponsoring this episode! Visit -www.gavinsisters.co.ukand use promo code SCHOOLOFROCKBOTTOM for 10% off!Podcasting is an expensive passion. To help me keep going, I'd really appreciate it if you could buy me a coffee, thank you!https://buymeacoffee.com/olivermason1Or via PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/olivermason1paypalTopics -0:00 Trailer & Intro2:55 A rock bottom moment 5:25 Binge drinking & progression9:25 Childhood 12:45 ADHD and intrusive thoughts 14:30 Using performing arts as medicine 17:25 Access vs genetics 18:45 Dealing with denial 20:15 Recovery in 198825:35 Do all addicts have trauma?30:35 We are all different 33:35 How therapy helped Anita 38:25 WE ARE NOT DOCTORS!43:50 Still an addict after 38 years?48:20 Humility & labels 51:35 Addictive personality & escape?57:20 Boundaries Follow Anitahttps://www.instagram.com/anitachellamahFollow OliverInstagram - https://tinyurl.com/2vt29sjvFacebook - https://tinyurl.com/34cwz59rTikTok - https://tinyurl.com/ujw4vxn9LinkedIn - https://tinyurl.com/yuemhnd7Threads - https://tinyurl.com/yk7vdeahX - https://tinyurl.com/3u5mnpdsPlease subscribe, follow, like, leave a review and comment!YouTube - https://tinyurl.com/y5bwbcaySpotify - https://tinyurl.com/58jp2jyjApple - https://tinyurl.com/y3n2chk3#Addiction #Recovery #Sobriety

Why do we make choices today that we know will make life harder tomorrow?In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the science of temporal discounting and future-self continuity—and why the person who will experience the consequences of our choices can sometimes feel more like a stranger than an extension of ourselves.You'll learn:Why immediate rewards often feel more compelling than meaningful future benefitsHow connected you feel to your future self can influence your decisionsWhat researchers discovered by showing people age-progressed images of themselvesHow episodic future thinking makes tomorrow's rewards feel more realA simple “future-self handoff” practice that can make life easier for the person you'll be tomorrowThe goal isn't to sacrifice every pleasure today for some idealized future version of yourself. It's to build a more thoughtful relationship between present-you and future-you—one small act of consideration at a time.Key takeaway: You don't need perfect discipline to make better long-term decisions. Sometimes you simply need to remember who you're making them for. ★ Support this podcast ★

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Vacation can be a beautiful break from regular life, but when your normal routine disappears, your intentional choices around alcohol can start to feel less automatic too.In this episode, Molly talks about Vacation Brain: the part of your brain that turns “I'm on vacation” into permission to overdrink. You'll learn why disrupted routines, new cues, and social expectations can make old drinking patterns feel easier to slip into—and how to use the Ideal/For Real framework to stay connected to yourself without being rigid.The goal isn't perfect vacation.It's connected vacation.What you'll learn:Why vacation can trigger permission thoughts around alcoholHow cues and routines shape drinking habitsWhy “I'll just see how it goes” often doesn't workHow to create a realistic For Real planWhy connection does not require consumptionTry this before your next tripAsk yourself:What kind of experience do I actually want to have?Then create your Ideal/For Real plan:Ideal: What would my plan be if everything were easy?For Real: What plan supports me in the real circumstances I'm in?You can be relaxed and intentional. You can be flexible and honest. You can enjoy yourself and still protect your peace.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

For 32 years, Travis was a functional drinker who never got a DUI, never missed a day of work, and never fit the picture most people hold when they hear "drinking problem," but spent years hiding beers in the garage, lying to his wife about the count, and woke up after one Christmas morning knowing his kids had been worried Santa wasn't coming. He came to This Naked Mind thinking he might be able to moderate. He joined The Path in November 2023, had one more bad birthday, and threw out the last two bottles of a Wisconsin six-pack the next day. He's at 757 days alcohol-free. Coach Cole Harvey is here to hear him tell it. Travis and Coach Cole discuss: The pit party at 18 that set up a chase he'd spend the next 32 years trying to get back to Hiding beers in the garage, counting them in his head and lying about the number, and why the "alcoholic" label kept him from asking for help for years The Christmas his kids were worried Santa wasn't coming, and why even that didn't break the cycle A 2023 job loss that cracked things open, and the visualization exercise during a free Zoom that convinced him to commit to The Path What happened on his 50th birthday and the two bottles he threw out the next day The parallel mental health journey that changed what he understands about why he was drinking in the first place Nearly 30 pounds lost and one afternoon of yard work that proved something had shifted in his body What his 14-year-old daughter said to her friends about her dad, and why Travis still can't get through it without getting chills And more on neural pathway habits, the functional drinker's relationship with the "alcoholic" label, and finding your own path to alcohol freedom... Episode links: nakedmindpath.com Related episodes: Naked Life Story — Kat | NLS | EP 521 — https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-521-naked-life-story-kat/ Reader Question – Am I an Alcoholic? | EP 58 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-58-reader-question-alcoholic/ How To Stop Drinking To Avoid Emotions | AFC | EP 845 — https://thisnakedmind.com/drinking-to-avoid-emotions-afc-e845/ Follow on Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-naked-mind-podcast/id1287269357 Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UB06sNguPjVvgAYFBcR9I?si=b7568f24c21249ff Ready to take the next step? Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Quince, Shopify, Zazzle, and OSEA. BetterHelp: BetterHelp is offering our listeners 10% off at ⁠betterhelp.com/nakedmind⁠ Quince: Get free shipping and 365-day returns at ⁠quince.com/naked⁠ Shopify: Sign up for free trial at ⁠shopify.com/mind⁠ Zazzle: Save 25% on your first order at ⁠zazzle.com⁠ OSEA: Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code NAKEDMIND at ⁠OSEAMalibu.com⁠

Greetings, Welcome! I'm Fernando, Alcoholic, and your Secretary for this meeting. Let's go ahead and open this meeting with a moment of silence followed by the Serenity Prayer.God grant me the serenity,,,,

Greetings, Welcome! I'm Fernando, Alcoholic, and your Secretary for this meeting. Let's go ahead and open this meeting with a moment of silence followed by the Serenity Prayer.God grant me the serenity,,,,

In this revisited Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the paradox of freedom: the idea that more choices do not always create more freedom. In fact, too many options can leave us feeling overwhelmed, mentally drained, and stuck in indecision.Drawing from concepts like the paradox of choice, decision fatigue, and the role of the prefrontal cortex, this episode looks at why unlimited freedom can actually reduce our ability to take intentional action. Molly explains how structure, routines, and personal boundaries can support the brain by reducing cognitive load and freeing up mental energy for what matters most.This episode is a reminder that structure does not have to mean restriction. When chosen intentionally, structure can become a form of self-respect and a powerful tool for creating more clarity, peace, and follow-through.In This EpisodeWhy more options do not always lead to more freedomHow too many decisions can drain the prefrontal cortexWhat decision fatigue has to do with procrastination and old habitsWhy structure can create more mental freedom, not lessHow routines, boundaries, and simple personal rules support long-term goalsA reflection question for creating more clarity in your lifeKey TakeawayFreedom is not always found in keeping every option open. Sometimes, real freedom comes from creating a clear path and making fewer decisions from a place of intention.Reflection QuestionWhere could fewer choices create more freedom in your life?Tune in to revisit this conversation on structure, choice, and the kind of freedom that helps you move forward with more peace and intention. ★ Support this podcast ★

The 24-Hour Reset: What to Do After You Drink More Than You PlannedAfter a holiday weekend, vacation day, barbecue, or ordinary night that turns into more drinking than planned, it's easy to wake up feeling foggy, anxious, disappointed, or stuck in shame.In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly introduces the 24-Hour Reset: a practical framework for what to do after an off-plan drinking day. A reset does not mean alcohol's effects are magically erased. It means you stop adding harm and start adding support.Molly explains what happens in the body after drinking more than planned, including how the liver metabolizes alcohol, why hangovers are more than dehydration, and how alcohol can affect sleep, mood, cravings, and next-day anxiety. She also explains why shame may feel like accountability, but often keeps the drinking loop going.You'll learn the five parts of the 24-Hour Reset:Stabilize your body with water, food, rest, and gentle movement.Stabilize your brain by sticking with facts instead of identity attacks.Don't drink to fix the effects of drinking if taking an alcohol-free day is medically safe for you.Do a 10-minute data review to identify when and why the plan changed.Make one next promise that is small, specific, and doable.The goal is not perfection. The goal is repair.Your body knows how to heal, and you know how to help it. Your liver is resilient. Your brain is plastic. Your nervous system can return to balance. But healing is not passive—you participate in it through the next best choice.Important note: If you drink heavily every day, have experienced withdrawal symptoms, or believe you may be physically dependent on alcohol, please consult a medical professional before abruptly stopping or taking alcohol-free days.Resources mentioned:Recovery and Reflection WorksheetSunnyside MedLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

What does it really mean to call yourself an alcoholic? Why is that word still so difficult to say out loud? In this next quick thought, I revist a conversation with Mary-Kate Harrington as we explore whether embracing the word "alcoholic" can actually reduce shame, break denial and help normalise conversations around addiction and recovery. We discuss stigma, identity, sobriety and why the language we use around alcohol addiction matters more than ever.For many people, the word "alcoholic" still conjures outdated stereotypes of what addiction looks like. But alcoholism doesn't discriminate. It affects people from every walk of life, regardless of age, profession or background.In this honest conversation, we talk about the freedom that can come from naming our struggles, why shame loses its power when we speak openly and whether moving away from words like "alcoholic" could unintentionally reinforce stigma. We also discuss sobriety, recovery, dating while sober, social situations and why open conversations about addiction may help younger generations recognise that they are not alone.This episode isn't about telling people what label they should use. If the word alcoholic is not for you that is totally fine. It's about exploring identity, honesty and the importance of finding language that supports recovery while keeping difficult conversations visible.A reminder that everyone is free to use the language that best safeguards and empowers their recovery.Listen or watch THE FULL EPISODEYouTube - https://tinyurl.com/454m93u3Spotify - https://tinyurl.com/mw5btxfcApple - https://tinyurl.com/y3n2chk3About the “THOUGHT” series -Every other Monday at 5 PM, I'll bring you a quick ‘thought'—a powerful moment from previous episodes designed to kickstart your week with insight, motivation, and connection. These shorter clips help us stay connected as a community, while every other Tuesday delivers a full, brand-new episode with fresh stories and lessons. Oliver is an ambassador for Alcohol Change UK and you can access support here - https://tinyurl.com/5dt5773ePodcasting is an expensive passion. To help me keep going, I'd really appreciate it if you could buy me a coffee, thank you!https://buymeacoffee.com/olivermason1Or via PayPal - https://www.paypal.me/olivermason1paypalFollow MKInstagram - www.instagram.com/marykatejoanharingtonTwitter - Mary-KateMKJHTimes article - https://tinyurl.com/5n98y4f3Follow Oliver Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/2vt29sjvFacebook - https://tinyurl.com/34cwz59rTikTok - https://tinyurl.com/ujw4vxn9LinkedIn - https://tinyurl.com/yuemhnd7Threads - https://tinyurl.com/yk7vdeahX - https://tinyurl.com/3u5mnpds#AlcoholRecovery#GenZSobriety#SoberCurious

It is July 4th and it is the 250th Anniversary of this free country so we celebrate and reflect on the long 250 years of the country and also previews the upcoming annual Haskells Wine Cruise later this summer! For all ten Haskells locations in the Twin Cities and surrounding metro area or if you want to just browse their great selection just visit haskells.com

In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores luck through the lens of Jim Collins' book What to Make of a Life. Rather than looking at luck as something we either “have” or “don't have,” this episode invites listeners to consider a more powerful question: What return am I creating on the luck I've been given?Molly breaks down Collins' idea of different kinds of luck, including what luck, who luck, and zeit luck, and connects them to behavior change, mindset, identity, and personal agency. Luck may shape the events of our lives, but our response to luck helps shape the direction of our lives.In This Episode Molly explores: Why luck is real, but not the whole story  How Jim Collins' idea of “return on luck” applies to individual lives  The difference between a luck event and a luck response  Why the brain labels events as “good luck” or “bad luck” too quickly  How cliffs, fog, and turning points can reshape identity  The importance of “who luck” and the people who change our path  Why timing luck only matters when we are ready enough to respond  How even good luck can feel threatening to the brain  Why humility and agency are both essential for behavior change Key TakeawaysLuck is not always something we control, but our response to luck is where agency begins.A setback, opportunity, diagnosis, loss, invitation, or chance meeting may become meaningful only through what we do next.Our brains are quick to interpret events, but the first story our brain tells does not have to be the final story.Not every hard thing needs to be turned into a lesson immediately. We can honor pain and still ask, “How do I want to meet this?”Relationships are one of the most powerful forms of luck. Sometimes one person can change the emotional weather around a goal.Timing matters, but timing alone is not enough. When timing luck appears, our willingness to respond matters.Reflection Questions What luck am I labeling too quickly?  Who is part of my luck right now?  What would a high return on this luck look like? Resources MentionedWhat to Make of a Life by Jim Collins  Jim Collins' concept of “return on luck”  The ideas of cliffs, fog, fire, and hedgehogs in individual life paths Closing ThoughtLife may spin the wheel. It may open a door, close a door, reroute the path, or bring you to a cliff. But your response is where your life starts to become yours. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly wraps up the series When Drinking Less Feels Hard by looking at the final Alcohol Core Belief: Alcohol Keeps Me Going.This belief often shows up as boredom, restlessness, wanting “one more,” drinking when you're home alone, not wanting the night to end, or feeling like alcohol is the thing that makes an ordinary evening feel more interesting. Molly explains why the deeper issue is not “I'm bad at stopping,” but rather, “My brain believes alcohol helps me keep the night going.” Molly also shares a final reminder about Mostly Dry July-The Daily, a 31-day program with a private daily podcast, daily videos, weekly group coaching calls, and support for prioritizing alcohol-free days without all-or-nothing thinking. In This Episode Why Alcohol Keeps Me Going can be a sneaky Alcohol Core Belief How boredom, restlessness, and “one more” drinking keep the loop going  Why alcohol can make an ordinary evening feel like it has more purpose  How dopamine, prediction, and familiar cues create urges  Why alcohol myopia makes “one more” feel convincing  The difference between a promise and a plan  How to create a “stopping ritual”  Why drinking less cannot be the only plan if alcohol has been filling your time, space, or sense of interest Key TakeawayAlcohol may feel like it keeps you going, but it may actually be keeping you from noticing what you need: rest, interest, connection, nourishment, or permission to stop.Listener PracticeChoose one moment when alcohol tends to “keep you going.” Maybe it's when you're home alone and bored, after the first drink, late at night, or when you don't want the evening to end.Ask yourself: What do I think alcohol is keeping going?  What am I trying not to transition into?  What do I actually need right now? Then use the See, Soothe, Separate, Shift process:See: I'm having the thought that alcohol will keep this going. Soothe: Of course my brain is offering that. I've practiced this pattern. Separate: The fact is I want more of something. The story is that another drink is the way to get it. Shift: I can ask what I actually need before I decide whether to drink.Resources MentionedMostly Dry July-The DailyAlcohol Core Beliefshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/alcoholminimalistsLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

The big opinions are starting to drop, and we're doing our best to keep pace. We first discuss Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections, which concerns religious liberty, the scope of Congress's power to create remedies against individuals under the Spending Clause, and whether there's any redress if government officials literally throw your rights into a trash can. We then turn to United States v. Hemani, where the Court found that a federal law barring gun possession by unlawful drug users violated the Second Amendment and revealed that some of the Justices are surprisingly open-minded about marijuana's role in American society. Key Topics[00:07:07] - Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections[00:08:02] - The facts of Landor's case and the prison's decision to ignore prior religious-hair protections[00:10:52] - RFRA, RLUIPA, and the path from Employment Division v. Smith to modern religious-liberty litigation[00:14:54] - The Spending Clause theory behind federal funding conditions and why the remedy question matters[00:19:54] - The majority's reasoning: why money-damages suits against officials were held unconstitutional here[00:21:33] - Sabri, the Necessary and Proper Clause, and the debate over third-party liability[00:26:04] - The parade of horribles: transgender sports, vaccines, and other funding-condition hypotheticals[00:33:03] - The constitutional background: “general welfare,” the spending clause, and the comma-versus-semicolon debate[00:38:49] - Why the Court granted the case and whether the facts pushed the legal outcome[00:42:13] - Hemani and the federal statute banning gun possession by unlawful drug users[00:44:05] - Historical analogies, habitual drunkards, and how Bruen and Rahimi are functioning together[00:47:17] - Discussion of the Court's analogical method and its practical limits in lower courts[00:54:26] - Justice Thomas's concurrence on jurisdictional hooks after Lopez[00:55:31] - Justice Jackson's concurrence on Bruen and Justice Alito's surprising marijuana comparison[00:57:51] - The real-world use of marijuana versus alcohol at the founding, and why the analogy is controversialRelevant LinksDivided Argument: https://www.dividedargument.com/Podcast merchandise: https://store.dividedargument.com/Podcast commentary and blog: https://blog.dividedargument.com/RLUIPA overview (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/rluipaRFRA overview (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/religious_freedom_restoration_actDistrict of Columbia v. Heller (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/554/570New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/597/1United States v. Rahimi (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/602/230South Dakota v. Dole (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/483/203Sabri v. United States (Cornell LII): https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/541/600

In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores reminiscing as more than nostalgia. After returning from a family reunion, she reflects on how shared stories can reconnect us with earlier versions of ourselves and remind us of the courage, humor, resilience, and connection that are still part of who we are. Key Points Reminiscing is not just remembering events; it is reconnecting with identity, meaning, and emotion.  Autobiographical memories help us understand our personal life story and the versions of ourselves we have been.  Family stories can preserve shared identity by reminding us what we value, what we survived, and how we belong to one another.  Healthy reminiscing can support behavior change by reminding us that our current emotional state is not the whole story.  Reminiscing is different from rumination. Rumination loops in shame or regret, while reminiscing helps us integrate the past with curiosity and compassion.  The past can be a courtroom or a library: rumination puts us on trial, but reminiscing helps us retrieve something useful. Science Mentioned The hippocampus helps organize memory and context.  The medial prefrontal cortex is involved in self-reflection and personal meaning.  The default mode network becomes active when we think about ourselves, our past, our future, and the stories that shape our lives.  Erik Erikson's stage of integrity versus despair describes the process of looking back over life and making meaning from both joys and losses. Think Thursday Invitation Take ten minutes to intentionally reminisce.  Look through old photos, listen to a meaningful song, ask a family member to tell a story, or think about a place you used to love.  Ask yourself:  What version of me was present in that memory?  What mattered to me then?  What does this memory remind me is still part of me?  What is one small way I could bring that version of myself into today? Closing ThoughtLooking back is not always about wanting to go backward. Sometimes reminiscing helps us gather pieces of ourselves we forgot we could bring forward. ★ Support this podcast ★

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If you're an alcoholic, how is it possible that you can get more done before breakfast than most people do in a week? And yet, you still know that you drink too much. So you Google your questions, maybe take the online quizzes, which don't help. This episode gives you a better way to look at your drinking and one specific question that has a much more clear and productive answer. What you'll learn: Why no one can actually tell you whether you're an alcoholic The belief that quietly makes your drinking harder to control How three out of four people who are dependent on alcohol change their drinking without rehab or AA What your nervous system is really asking for when you pour the wine The question to ask instead of "am I an alcoholic?" Want insight into the emotional patterns that are driving your drinking? Take the 3-minute quiz to find out what type of drinker you are. [Take the Quiz Here] Want to know if the "take it or leave it" methodology can work for you? Schedule a discovery call and find out. [Book Your Discovery Call Now]  

If you have an alcoholic (or any kind of addict) in your life, is there anything you can do to help them? And, even if not, can you do something to stop the problem from getting worse?Joining Seán to discuss is Austin Prior, Addiction Counsellor.

In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly continues the series When Drinking Less Feels Hard, looking at the real-life challenges that make drinking less feel difficult through the lens of Alcohol Core Beliefs.This week's focus is the belief Alcohol Is My Reward—the thought that shows up at the end of a hard day, a long week, while cooking dinner, on vacation, or anytime alcohol feels like the treat you've earned for getting through something. Molly explores why this belief can feel so reasonable, how the brain learns to associate alcohol with reward and transition, and why drinking less can feel like deprivation when alcohol has become the main way you mark completion, rest, or pleasure.Before the episode, Molly also shares a reminder about Mostly Dry July-The Daily, which includes daily support, weekly group coaching calls, weekly brain boosts, and a private daily podcast to help you practice drinking less with peaceful mindfulness and without all-or-nothing thinking.  www.mollywatts.com/mostly-dry-july  In This EpisodeWhy alcohol can become tied to end-of-day and end-of-week ritualsHow the brain learns to predict alcohol as a rewardWhy “I deserve this” is often a clue, not a problemThe difference between true reward and coping in disguiseHow alcohol can represent completion, freedom, pleasure, or feeling like something is finally yoursWhy expanding your reward system is essential for drinking lessHow to use See, Soothe, Separate, and Shift with the belief Alcohol Is My RewardKey TakeawayYou deserve reward, pleasure, rest, and celebration. But alcohol may not be the reward you actually deserve.The reward you deserve is one that restores you, supports you, and helps you feel cared for in the moment and proud of yourself later.Listener PracticeChoose one reward-drinking moment: the end of the day, Friday night, cooking dinner, vacation, or after finishing something hard.Ask yourself:What am I trying to reward?What do I want this reward to give me?Will alcohol actually give me that, or is there another way to create it more honestly?Then practice creating one real reward before alcohol. It might be quiet, rest, movement, food, connection, or a nonalcoholic ritual.Resources MentionedMostly Dry July-The DailyAlcohol Core BeliefsSee, Soothe, Separate, ShiftAlcohol Minimalist Facebook groupLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jim is an alcoholic whose solution was always alcohol. It gave him the ease and comfort he couldn't find anywhere else—until it didn't. After several starts and stops in Alcoholics Anonymous, Jim found his way back and today has more than 15 years of sobriety.  Sobriety Date: 09/15/2010Referred by: Joel (Episode #301)InstagramFacebook

The Alcoholic's Double Life One of the most exhausting parts of alcoholism isn't the drinking. It's the pretending. Many alcoholics become experts at managing appearances. We convince the world we're doing fine while quietly falling apart behind closed doors. We wear masks at work, at church, with our families, and even in the mirror, hoping no one notices the chaos we're desperately trying to hide. The Big Book describes the alcoholic as living a divided existence—caught between what we know we should do and what we continue to do anyway. We make promises we intend to keep, swear this time will be different, and then find ourselves trapped in the same cycle all over again. The double life isn't just dishonest to others. It's dishonest to ourselves. Recovery begins when the mask comes off. When we stop trying to manage our image and start pursuing honesty. The freedom we find isn't because we became perfect—it's because we no longer have to live two separate lives. Today on The Daily Trudge, we're talking about the burden of living behind a mask, the emotional toll of pretending everything is okay, and how rigorous honesty allows us to become one person instead of two. Because the opposite of addiction isn't just sobriety. It's authenticity. #TheDailyTrudge #Recovery #Alcoholism #RigorousHonesty #AA #Authenticity #OneDayAtATime #RecoveryJourney #TheBigBook

Film Festival Tickets: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation/2216905 Patreon: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast This week on Dopey! We continue to celebrate the Knicks championship, we prepare for the ticker tape parade, and share a pair of horrifying junkie stories involving blue toilet water and fabric softener injections. We promotes the upcoming Dopey Recovery Film Festival and we read comments from the Brandon Novak episode before sitting down with acclaimed musician and author Mishka Shubaly. Mishka opens up about growing up with a distant father, surviving a school shooting, discovering alcohol at 14, leaving home at 15, and falling into a life of heavy drinking and self-destruction. He talks about moving to New York, shipwrecking in the Bahamas, surviving by drinking his own urine from a hard hat, and eventually quitting alcohol without rehab or AA. The conversation explores writing, music, Bukowski, Mark Lanegan, Pink Floyd, resentment, running, dogs, hunting, atheism, and recovery. Mishka explains how ultra-distance running became his own recovery program and why community remains the missing piece in his sobriety. All that and somehow a ton more - on the brand new episode of that good old dopey show! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of the Men Don't Know Podcast, Chris and the boys call up a group of guys and force them into an impossible dating dilemma: If you HAD to choose one, who are you dating and why?

In this Think Thursday episode, Molly reflects on the meaning and importance of Juneteenth, observed on June 19th. Rather than approaching the holiday as a historian, she explores Juneteenth through the lens of memory, truth, freedom, and the stories a culture chooses to remember.Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced freedom to enslaved African Americans there, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. This episode invites listeners to consider the difference between freedom declared and freedom actually delivered, and why that distinction still matters.Molly connects Juneteenth to the broader Think Thursday themes of awareness, learning, collective memory, and behavior change. Just as personal transformation requires honest awareness, cultural growth requires a willingness to tell fuller, more truthful stories.In This EpisodeMolly explores:The historical significance of Juneteenth and why June 19, 1865, mattersWhy freedom on paper is not the same as freedom in lived experienceHow national holidays act as moments of public memoryWhy Juneteenth did not begin when it became a federal holiday in 2021How Black communities preserved and celebrated Juneteenth for generationsThe connection between memory, truth, and collective identityWhy fuller truth can create deeper compassion, dignity, and responsibilityHow discomfort can be part of learning and expanding our understandingKey ReflectionJuneteenth is both a celebration and a remembrance. It honors freedom, resilience, and generations of Black Americans who carried this history long before it received broader national recognition. It also asks us to look honestly at the ways freedom has been delayed, denied, and unevenly experienced.Questions to ConsiderWhat did I learn about Juneteenth growing up, and what did I not learn?What does this holiday ask me to remember more fully?How can I honor freedom not just as an idea, but as something that should be real in people's lived experience?Closing ThoughtMemory matters. Truth matters. Freedom matters. Juneteenth reminds us that remembering is not passive. It is a choice, a practice, and part of how we become more honest, more awake, and more human. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly continues the series “When Drinking Less Feels Hard” by looking at one of the most common places drinking less can feel difficult: social situations where alcohol feels like part of the fun and everyone else is drinking.This episode explores two powerful Alcohol Core Beliefs: alcohol makes things more fun and alcohol creates connection. These beliefs often show up around dinners out, parties, weekends, vacations, celebrations, and those moments when you had a plan—until you were surrounded by other people drinking.Molly explains why the challenge is not simply being in a bar, at a restaurant, at a party, or on vacation. The deeper issue is that your brain may have learned to associate alcohol with belonging, ease, confidence, playfulness, and connection. When that belief is running in the background, choosing to drink less can feel like choosing a lesser version of the experience.But alcohol is not the source of your humor, warmth, courage, or ability to connect. Those parts of you already exist.In this science-forward episode, Molly breaks down how alcohol expectancies, social cues, dopamine, reward prediction, and alcohol myopia can make drinking feel automatic in social settings. She also shares how to challenge the thoughts that make alcohol feel necessary and how to build new evidence that fun, connection, and belonging are still fully available when you drink less.You'll learn how to use the 4S process—See, Soothe, Separate, and Shift—to question the belief that alcohol makes everything better. Instead of relying on willpower in the moment, Molly encourages you to create a doable drink plan ahead of time, protect your awareness before alcohol narrows it, and practice proving to your brain that you can enjoy social situations without giving alcohol all the credit.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why social situations can make drinking less feel harder than drinking less at homeHow the beliefs “alcohol makes things more fun” and “alcohol creates connection” fuel desireWhy “everyone is drinking” can feel so powerful, even when you genuinely want to drink lessHow alcohol expectancies shape what you believe a drink will do for youWhy familiar cues like restaurants, vacations, Friday afternoons, and celebrations can trigger urgesWhat alcohol myopia is and why “I'll decide later” is often not a strong enough planHow to separate the facts of a social situation from the story your brain is tellingHow to use the 4S process to challenge old beliefs and practice new onesWhy alcohol may be present during fun and connection without being the cause of either oneKey Takeaway:Alcohol may be present during fun, connection, celebration, and belonging—but that does not mean alcohol created those things.When you stop giving alcohol full credit for the experience, you can begin reclaiming your own confidence, humor, warmth, playfulness, and ability to connect. Drinking less is not about having less fun. It is about learning that fun was never dependent on alcohol in the first place.Mentioned in This Episode:Mostly Dry July: The Daily begins July 1st.Join Molly for daily support, coaching, and practical tools to help you create a peaceful relationship with alcohol throughout the month of July.Learn more at: https://mollywatts.com/mostlydryjuly/Resources:Join the Alcohol Minimalist Facebook group for support, conversation, and real-life strategies for changing your drinking habits.Learn more about Molly's programs and resources at mollywatts.com.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Homeowner in Minneapolis is suing the folks he bought his house from for not disclosing that their neighbor was a jerk? Fake online stores are being used in South Korea to help shopping addicts 'save money'... Guy from Texas busted in Florida for going 90mph on I-75 abd having 34 open can of White Claw in vehicle, Not to be outdone, we have a super speeder busted in Brevard after driving rented Lamborghini 107 mph, told cops he was 'celebrating a big day'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Homeowner in Minneapolis is suing the folks he bought his house from for not disclosing that their neighbor was a jerk? Fake online stores are being used in South Korea to help shopping addicts 'save money'... Guy from Texas busted in Florida for going 90mph on I-75 abd having 34 open can of White Claw in vehicle, Not to be outdone, we have a super speeder busted in Brevard after driving rented Lamborghini 107 mph, told cops he was 'celebrating a big day'

This week on Think Thursday, Molly explores a fascinating concept from Jim Collins' newest book, What to Make of a Life: encodings—the unique interests, abilities, and areas of engagement that make us come alive.Using the remarkable story of NFL legend and Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Alan Page, Molly examines how our lives may hold more possibilities than we realize and why the person we are today is not the final version of ourselves.Drawing connections to Benjamin Hardy's Personality Isn't Permanent and the science of neuroplasticity, this episode challenges the belief that our identities are fixed and invites us to remain curious about who we might still become.In This Episode: What Jim Collins means by "encodings"  The surprising second career of Alan Page  Why identity is more flexible than we think  How neuroplasticity supports lifelong growth and discovery  The difference between your history and your potential  Why changing your relationship with alcohol can create space for new possibilities  How curiosity may be more important than finding a single purpose Key TakeawayYour past tells the story of what you've experienced so far. It does not define everything you're capable of becoming. There may be strengths, interests, and opportunities still waiting to emerge—and your next chapter may reveal a side of yourself you haven't yet discovered.Resources MentionedWhat to Make of a Life by Jim CollinsPersonality Isn't Permanent by Benjamin HardyListen in and consider this question: What if the most interesting part of your story hasn't happened yet? ★ Support this podcast ★

An international group of scientists have released a new, jaw dropping study that suggests if you consume 2 drinks a day, you have a 1 in 25 increased risk of premature death from alcohol related disease or injury. Results from this latest study challenge the Trump Administration’s newest, vague guidelines, which only suggest Americans “consume less alcohol for better overall health.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An international group of scientists have released a new, jaw dropping study that suggests if you consume 2 drinks a day, you have a 1 in 25 increased risk of premature death from alcohol related disease or injury. Results from this latest study challenge the Trump Administration’s newest, vague guidelines, which only suggest Americans “consume less alcohol for better overall health.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An international group of scientists have released a new, jaw dropping study that suggests if you consume 2 drinks a day, you have a 1 in 25 increased risk of premature death from alcohol related disease or injury. Results from this latest study challenge the Trump Administration’s newest, vague guidelines, which only suggest Americans “consume less alcohol for better overall health.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does God do with a childhood full of addiction, loss, and rage? Jeff McFarlane grew up in rural New Hampshire in a home where alcohol was everywhere — in every room, every car, every memory. By the time he was a teenager, he was stealing from his dad, planning his death, and watching his family fall apart piece by piece.Today Jeff is a licensed counselor and the founder of Restoration Counseling Services. But the road from that New Hampshire farmhouse to here wasn't a straight line.In this conversation, Jeff shares the moments that cracked something open in him — a brother who sent a letter to his law school confessing to cheating, a Sunday night church service where he told God to go ahead and break both his legs, and the decades it took to finally stop hiding his story.This episode is for anyone who's wondered whether their past disqualifies them, whether faith is enough, or whether real change is actually possible. Jeff doesn't wrap it up neatly — and that's exactly what makes it worth your time.Native Exiles, a podcast from Alderwood Community Church, where we talk about following Jesus in the tension of being in the world but not of it. We want to help you think through how to walk with Jesus in a world that is seemingly walking the opposite direction. We want to equip you to engage the world without disengaging from Jesus.For more questions and inquiries, reach us at reachus@amcc.org or visit us on our website at nativeexiles.com.

An international group of scientists have released a new, jaw dropping study that suggests if you consume 2 drinks a day, you have a 1 in 25 increased risk of premature death from alcohol related disease or injury. Results from this latest study challenge the Trump Administration’s newest, vague guidelines, which only suggest Americans “consume less alcohol for better overall health.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly kicks off the series When Drinking Less Feels Hard, inspired by real responses from the Alcohol Minimalist community about the hardest parts of changing drinking habits.Today's episode focuses on one of the five Alcohol Core Beliefs: Alcohol Helps Me Relieve Stress.Alcohol can feel like relief in the moment because it creates a short-term shift in the brain and body. But that does not mean it is actually reducing stress. Molly explains how alcohol can disrupt sleep, increase next-day anxiety, and keep the brain stuck in the loop of believing alcohol is necessary for relaxation. This episode helps you look at stress drinking with curiosity instead of shame, and offers a practical way to challenge the belief that alcohol is the best or only way to unwind.In This Episode Why alcohol feels calming at first  The difference between a state change and real stress relief  How alcohol can affect sleep, anxiety, and next-day resilience  Why the brain learns to associate alcohol with relief  How to use See, Soothe, Separate, and Shift to challenge the urge to drink Key TakeawayWanting relief is human. But alcohol often borrows calm from tomorrow instead of creating real relief today.Listener PracticeBefore drinking in response to stress, pause and complete this sentence:“I need a drink because…”Then use the Alcohol Core Beliefs process:See: I'm having the thought that alcohol will relieve this stress. Soothe: Of course my brain is offering this; I've practiced this pattern. Separate: The fact is I'm stressed. The story is that alcohol is required. Shift: I can create real relief before I decide what to drink.Choose one action that actually addresses the need underneath the urge.Resources Mentioned:Alcohol Core Beliefs MindmapSee, Soothe, Separate, ShiftWhen Drinking Less Feels Hard seriesLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

What was your 1st alcoholic drink? Murphy teaches an organization lesson. Grateful Friday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Think Thursday episode, Molly revisits the past episode on why habits can feel unbreakable—and why the real issue is often not the behavior itself, but the story we keep repeating about it.Your brain is not broken. It is designed to recognize patterns, conserve energy, and repeat what feels familiar. But when familiar patterns are fueled by negative self-talk, change can feel harder than it needs to be.Molly explains how the negativity bias keeps us focused on what went wrong and shares a simple framework to help interrupt old thought patterns: See, Soothe, Separate, and Shift.What You'll Learn Why your brain defaults to familiar habits.  How negative self-talk keeps old patterns alive.  Why one mistake can feel bigger than five wins.  How to separate facts from stories.  How to practice a next-best thought that supports change. Key TakeawayYour habit is not unbreakable. It is learned.And if your brain can learn one pattern, it can learn another. Changing your relationship with alcohol starts with changing the story you tell yourself about what is possible.Mentioned in This EpisodeThink Thursday Negativity bias  Negative self-talk  Habit change Alcohol Minimalist Facebook GroupMaking Peace with AlcoholUntil next time, choose peace. ★ Support this podcast ★

Christina found her way to AA through Marijuana Anonymous, where she discovered a path out of her addiction. An articulate writer and speaker, she brings clarity to the simplicity and effectiveness of the program. Her humility and self-reflection create an immediate sense of trust and connection.Sobriety Date: 11/15/2011Referred by: Website Contact InstagramFacebook

In this revisited episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores the connection between ADHD and alcohol use. For many people with ADHD, alcohol can seem helpful at first—quieting a busy brain, easing anxiety, or creating a sense of calm—but it can also worsen impulsivity, sleep, emotional regulation, and decision-making over time. Molly explains why ADHD may increase vulnerability to overdrinking, binge drinking, and using alcohol as a coping tool. She also discusses why it's important to be thoughtful about drinking when taking ADHD medications and why support, planning, and self-compassion matter.In This Episode What ADHD is and how symptoms can show up differently  Why alcohol may feel temporarily useful for ADHD symptoms  How alcohol can make ADHD challenges worse  The role of dopamine, impulsivity, and emotional regulation  Why ADHD medication and alcohol can be a concerning combination  Practical supports like a Doable Drink Plan, mindfulness, therapy, coaching, and medical guidance Listener ReflectionAre you using alcohol to quiet your brain, regulate emotions, reduce restlessness, or make life feel more manageable?Noticing the pattern is not a reason for shame. It is a starting point for change.DisclaimerThis episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you have questions about ADHD, alcohol use, or medication interactions.Until next time, choose peace.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

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What if alcohol was never really the problem? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane Ramer dives into identity, addiction, purpose, and why he no longer identifies as an “alcoholic.” From recovery culture and the disease model of addiction to faith, connection, masculinity, and personal responsibility, this is an honest and controversial conversation about what real freedom actually looks like. If you've ever felt stuck in labels, shame, or the endless cycle of escape, this episode will challenge the way you think about sobriety, and yourself. Sobriety gave me clarity. Purpose gave me freedom. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this final Think Thursday episode for Mental Health Awareness Month, Molly explores the difference between emotional regulation and emotional suppression — and why so many high-functioning people are carrying emotional stress they've never fully acknowledged.You'll learn how the nervous system continues responding to emotions even when we try to override or ignore them, why coping behaviors often emerge when emotions go unnamed, and how becoming more aware of your thoughts and feelings can create powerful emotional agency and lasting behavior change.This episode also explores: The neuroscience of emotional suppression and stress  Stanford psychologist James Gross's research on emotion regulation  UCLA research on “affect labeling” and calming the nervous system  Why thoughts — not circumstances — create emotional experiences  How awareness creates space, and space creates choice  The connection between emotional honesty, nervous system health, and behavior change If you've been feeling emotionally flat, chronically overwhelmed, unusually reactive, or disconnected from yourself, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, get curious, and begin listening to what your nervous system may be trying to tell you.Resources & Research Mentioned: James Gross, Stanford University — Emotion Regulation Research  Matthew Lieberman, UCLA — Affect Labeling & Emotional Processing ★ Support this podcast ★

Do you have a family member/loved one struggling with addiction? Join Our FREE WEBCLASS! https://familyreconnectprogram.com/optin-page Cliff is 49 years old. Nine months ago he was living in a friend's garage in California, knocking on death's door from end-stage alcoholism. He had cirrhosis, esophageal varices, acute pancreatitis, and a doctor who told him he had a year, maybe two. He had lost everything — his home, his health, his hope. He was having seizures so severe he punched through a window just to get outside. He was done. Then something shifted. He heard a Mind Pump podcast, called a number he didn't think would lead anywhere, and ended up on a plane to South Florida — alone, sick, and with almost nothing to his name. Today Cliff is sober, working, painting, surfing, and helping other people in recovery find their footing. This episode covers his full story — growing up as a military kid moving from country to country, how drinking took hold early and never let go, the years of relapses and hospitalizations, a parasitic infection that left him paralyzed for three months, smoking meth in the final stretch, and what finally brought him to the point of real surrender. This is what recovery actually looks like. Not a clean story. Not a straight line. But proof that no matter how far down the scale you've gone, there is a way back.

Amanda is facing emotional and practical challenges while trying to cope with her relationship with her mother, who struggles with alcohol addiction. Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow me on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram YouTube.com/DrLaura Join My Family!! Receive my Weekly Newsletter + 20% off my Marriage 101 course & 25% off Merch! Sign up now, it's FREE! Each week you'll get new articles, featured emails from listeners, special event invitations, early access to my Dr. Laura Designs Store benefiting Children of Fallen Patriots, and MORE! Sign up at DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly revisits one of the show's most popular topics: buffering.Buffering is what we do when we use alcohol, food, shopping, scrolling, or other distractions to avoid uncomfortable emotions. It is not a character flaw—it is a human coping strategy driven by a brain wired to seek pleasure and avoid pain.Molly explains how alcohol can become a buffer for stress, boredom, insecurity, or discomfort, and why temporary relief often leads to more anxiety, regret, or overconsumption later. The goal is not to feel good all the time. The goal is to build awareness, feel your feelings, and stop using alcohol to escape your life. In This EpisodeYou'll learn: What buffering is  Why alcohol is commonly used to avoid emotions  How the lower brain seeks quick relief  Why buffering creates temporary pleasure but long-term consequences  How awareness helps you change your drinking habits  Why feeling discomfort is part of creating a peaceful relationship with alcohol Key TakeawayBuffering does not solve uncomfortable emotions—it only delays them. When you stop using alcohol to numb, distract, or escape, you can begin to understand what you are actually feeling and create real, lasting change.Reflection QuestionThe next time you want a drink, pause and ask:“What am I feeling right now, and what am I trying not to feel?”Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Do you ever reach the end of the day feeling mentally exhausted but wonder what you actually accomplished? You're not imagining it. What we often call multitasking is actually rapid task switching, and every shift in attention comes with a hidden cost.In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the neuroscience behind attention, cognitive fatigue, and why modern life constantly pulls our brains in more directions than they were designed to handle. You'll learn why your brain can feel drained even when you haven't done anything physically demanding and why protecting your attention may be one of the healthiest things you can do.In this episode:• Why multitasking is mostly a myth • The concept of “attention residue” and how it impacts focus • The role of the prefrontal cortex and working memory • Why novelty and dopamine keep pulling us toward distractions • How modern technology competes for your attention • A simple 20-minute experiment to help reclaim your focusThink Thursday Experiment:Choose one thing and give it 20 uninterrupted minutes. Close the extra tabs, silence the notifications, and notice what changes.Referenced in this episode:• Research on Attention Residue by Sophie Leroy • Cognitive shifting and attention science • Previous Think Thursday episode on Cognitive Shuffling and Sleep  ★ Support this podcast ★

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and for many of us, summer brings familiar alcohol cues: barbecues, beach trips, camping weekends, and backyard gatherings.In this episode, Molly shares how to head into holiday weekends and summer events with more clarity, confidence, and peace. You'll learn how the habit loop of cue, behavior, and reward can show up around seasonal drinking, why cravings are not a sign that you're powerless, and how to make a simple plan that supports the version of you who wants to drink less.Whether you plan to drink or not, this episode will help you stay curious, avoid shame, and create more conscious choices around alcohol all summer long.Resources Mentioned: Unwinding Anxiety by Dr. Jud Brewer The Craving Mind by Dr. Jud Brewer Dopamine Nation by Dr. Anna Lembke Sunnyside Med The Alcohol Minimalists: Change Your Drinking Habits Facebook groupKey takeaway: You don't need rigid rules to change your summer drinking habits. You need awareness, curiosity, and a peaceful plan.Choose peace.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

What happens when the escape you turn to begins to take over your life? How do you begin to heal the deeper wounds that often lie beneath addiction?For author and podcaster Jonathon Seidl, the descent into alcoholism was rooted in unresolved childhood pain. After experiencing his father leaving at a young age, navigating an often difficult relationship with his stepfather, and enduring childhood sexual abuse, alcohol became a way to numb what he hadn't yet faced—or invited Jesus to heal.In his book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free, Jonathon shares his raw and honest journey through disordered drinking and his path toward freedom.In this episode, Davey sits down with Jonathon to explore the connection between escapism and addiction, the impact of trauma, and what recovery can look like through a Gospel-centered lens.If you or someone you love has struggled with alcohol—even as a believer—this conversation offers a powerful reminder: there is hope. When we stop avoiding our pain and bring it honestly before Jesus, true healing can begin. Website: https://www.jonseidl.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonseidl Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathonmseidl Book: Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Freehttps://a.co/d/086ThOXx Not living the story you expected? Pain changes us but doesn't have to define us. Find out how to begin your healing journey today: nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: nothingiswasted.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Blocked and Reported, Jesse and Katie discuss a new Atlantic exposé, journalistic norms, FBI Director Kash Patel's (alleged) blowouts at the Poodle Room and his long history of suing journalists. And losing. Kash Patel's Erratic Behavior Could Cost Him His Job - The AtlanticKakistocracy: Why Populism Ends in DisasterA Big-time Neuroscientist Threatened to Sue Me -- Science of UsCOURT OF APPEALS OF VIRGINIAFBI head Kash Patel suing MSNBC's Frank Figliuzzi over nightclub hopping claimsEnter “Patel, Kashyap” in the name field here: https://eapps.courts.state.va.us/CJISWeb/CaseDetail.doPam Bondi May Be Just the Beginning of Trump's Purge - The AtlanticMSNBC retracts wild accusation about FBI Director Kash Patel on-air | Fox News This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.blockedandreported.org/subscribe