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Take a Break from Drinking

Rachel Hart
Alcohol
Alcohol Consumption
Drink Archetypes
Cravings
Drinking Habits
Mental Health
Self-Improvement
Personal Development
Behavior Change
Think-Feel-Act Cycle
Take a Break From Drinking
Upgrade Archetype
Reward Archetype
Dry January
Mindfulness
Brain Science
Personal Growth
Alcohol Dependency
Emotional Well-Being
Escape Archetype

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... more

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Being surrounded by alcohol can make drinking less feel almost impossible. When your partner drinks, your friends want another round, or so much of your social life revolves around alcohol, it's easy to believe you'd have more success if you could ju... more

Wanting to drink less for the people you love can feel like powerful motivation. Maybe you want to be a better parent, a more present partner, or simply stop giving the people closest to you a reason to worry. But relying too heavily on those reasons... more

That mid-afternoon or end-of-day craving for a drink can feel incredibly predictable. Maybe you assume your brain has simply learned that this is when you drink, but what if there's something else turning up the volume on your desire for alcohol?

T... more

When family members don't understand your decision to drink less or stop drinking, their disapproval can feel especially difficult to shake. You may know that you're making the right choice for you and still find yourself wishing they would understan... more

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Recent Guests

Patrick Fox
Coach based in the UK focusing on men's relationship with alcohol
Episode: 456: Alcohol, Ego & the Fear of Looking Weak
Adriana Cloud
Works with Rachel in the membership program
Episode: 411: I Can Only Stand This Person if I Drink

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Rachel Hart
Host and creator of Take a Break from Drinking (host of the show).

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • These “chains”

    I’m excited to start listening to Take a Break from Drinking. I’ve heard great things about Rachel Hart’s compassionate, practical approach to changing the relationship with alcohol, and I’m looking forward to learning from the podcast. I’m especially interested in the mindset tools and strategies for understanding habits and making lasting changes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Qsedb
    United States2 months ago
  • The tools go way beyond drinking!!

    Excellent LIFE ADVICE. Rachel presents concepts that will help in all areas of your life, if you apply them. She is so smart, real and honest. Her vulnerability allows you to relate and trust her, and to find her presented truth as self-evident.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heavyblankets
    United States2 months ago
  • I recently began Rachel's Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less, and this podcast is the perfect companion. The advice and anecdotes are thoughtful, engaging, and really help me feel like I have someone on my side.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    jlm123179
    3 months ago
  • These “thoughts swap” episodes are amazing!

    Well, actually they all are. The latest one on “A Drink Is The Only Thing That Helps” was amazing! It’s like the lights were off and I finally found the on switch! Pennies were dropping all over the place! I find myself saving and re-listening to just about every episode. Some I have listened to 4-5 times if not more! Thank you so much Rachel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rickamp
    United States4 months ago
  • grounded but unique 😅

    if possible, i’d like to come back and add to my review since i’ve only very recently discovered Rachel’s work/approach… so i’m still connecting the dots of ask this along with doing my own compare/contrast with other ‘similar’

    post-AA programs/perspectives…

    but it all feels genuine and experiential… what i heard today

    (and last night) was just resonant. i’m sure it will remain that way as i continue to work with her 200+ page pdf… (Rachel’s 2017 book is en-route… i have my ‘archetypes’ as ini... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bhakti nervosa
    United States5 months ago

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Content is helpful beyond drinking, with actionable tools for life.
Non-judgmental and science-based guidance that feels achievable.
Compassionate, practical approach to changing relationships with alcohol.
Relatable and honest; vulnerability builds trust.

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484: When family members don't support your decision to drink less
Q: What should I do when family members don't approve of my decision not to drink around them?
Recognize that their disapproval is often about them and their beliefs, not about your worth or you as a person. See their comments as confusion or a different perspective, set clear boundaries, and consider a middle path that lets you maintain connection without giving up your choices.
478: I've made so much progress with my drinking. So why doesn't it feel any easier? [Listener Q&A]
Q: Any advice for being in a spot where you listen to podcasts constantly and feel you still have a strong brain pull toward drinking?
Acknowledge the progress that has been made, recognize that there are two kinds of progress—reducing drinking and reducing the need for alcohol in experiences—and shift focus to attention and how the brain forecasts drinking, using mindfulness to observe rather than engage with anticipatory thoughts.
475: What if you just love drinking? [Listener Q&A]
Q: What if you just love drinking, not the taste, but the love of the habit of drinking?
The host reframes the question by encouraging specificity: identify the exact aspects of the experience that are appealing (ritual, connection, relaxation) and recognize these desires are normal human needs. By mapping the broader experiences beyond alcohol, you can satisfy those needs with healthier, non-alcohol contexts while reducing the emphasis on alcohol itself.
465: I wish I could have fun without drinking [Listener Q&A]
Q: Hi Rachel, I love your work and I've learned to view my relationship with alcohol in a different way. I don't feel the need to have drinks in every situation, but the main struggle is going out to bars and drinking is fun. How can I balance this with my fitness goals and finances without missing out on the fun?
The key is understanding that fun doesn't come from drinking; it's created by your engagement and presence. You can still have fun by reducing self-monitoring, shifting your focus outward, and taking small social risks to connect with others. Don't chase a perfect number; instead, interrupt the pattern of self-judgment and name what you're experiencing to redirect your behavior toward more authentic enjoyment.
459: When Dinner Prep Turns Into Drinking [Listener Q&A]
Q: How can I cook without needing wine in the kitchen, and still keep the ritual enjoyable?
The host suggests keeping the ritual but changing one variable, like using a special non-alcoholic drink, reframing the moment to focus on the full sensory experience, and anchoring attention to present-m Moment pleasures such as smell, sounds, and textures to retrain the brain away from needing alcohol for enhanced enjoyment.

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