{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Alcohol Minimalist: Mindful Drinking & Behavior Change","title":"How Long Will it Take? The Missing Link to Changing Your Drinking","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/a1e24ca1\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":987,"description":"\nEpisode Summary:\nIn this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts tackles one of the most frequently asked questions: How long will it take to feel at peace with my relationship with alcohol? If you’ve ever wondered whether 12 weeks, 30 days, or a year of effort will be enough, Molly breaks down why the answer is both simpler and more complex than you might think.\nKey Takeaways:\nMindset Shifts Alone Aren’t Enough: While changing your thoughts about alcohol is critical, it’s only one piece of the puzzle.\nThe Missing Link is Action: Learning about alcohol, neuroscience, and habit formation won’t create change unless you apply what you learn.\nBeware of Passive Action: Consuming content without implementation can make you feel like you’re making progress when, in reality, you’re staying stuck.\nThe Formula for Change:Challenge and shift your alcohol core beliefs.\nTake consistent, imperfect action.\nEvaluate, adjust, and keep improving.\nListener Challenge:\nThis week, take at least one concrete action toward changing your drinking habits. That could be tracking your drinks, practicing an alcohol-free day, or reflecting on your core beliefs about alcohol.\nResources Mentioned:\nMaking Peace with Alcohol – Molly’s signature online course and group coaching program.\nProof Positive – One-on-one coaching for women ready to go deeper.\nSunnyside App – A recommended tool for tracking and reducing alcohol consumption.\nJoin the Conversation:\nFollow Molly on Instagram: @alcoholminimalist\nJoin the Alcohol Minimalists private Facebook group for additional support.\nSubscribe & Review:\nIf you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more people discover the show!\nLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:\nHealthy men under 65:\nNo more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.\nHealthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:\nNo more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zu3PtA3XzNKb2qSH95OKvfAaoixqds182Hao41kpkws/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wZjY5/NjVmY2Y2MGQ0NmMx/NGNiMzdiZGY0OTMz/OWQzMy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}