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Take a Break from Drinking

Rachel Hart
Drink Archetypes
Alcohol Consumption
Alcohol
Alcohol Dependency
Connector Archetype
Mental Health
Self-Improvement
The Drink Archetypes
Drinking Habits
Upgrade Archetype
Reward Archetype
Social Connections
Self-Discovery
Dry January
Relationship With Alcohol
Personal Development
Think-Feel-Act Cycle
Shame
Boredom
Alcohol Awareness

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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Latest Episodes

The thought, "I know what to do, I'm just not doing it," feels like an honest assessment, especially when you've read the books, listened to the podcasts, and still aren't where you want to be. But what if this thought is quietly keeping you stuck in... more

Have you ever found yourself thinking, "One won't hurt"?

It seems like a harmless excuse to have just one drink, but if you've experienced it, you know that one often turns into two, three, or more. And in this episode, you'll hear why this thought... more

Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'll be good tomorrow"?

It sounds hopeful in the moment, like you still have everything under control. Another drink tonight is fine because tomorrow you'll finally get it together. But that promise to your fu... more

Do you ever feel like cooking dinner just isn't the same without a drink in your hand?

You love the ritual of preparing food for your family, but somehow the experience feels flat unless there's wine involved. If that sounds familiar, you're not al... more

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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
Expert on changing relationships with alcohol and hypnosis
Episode: 409: What You Get Wrong About Your Cravings

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Rachel Hart
Host of Take a Break from Drinking

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Wow! Extremely helpful!

    I’m so glad to have found Rachel Hart’s work. It is truly helping me think about my relationship with alcohol through the archetype lens. She is extremely knowledgeable and I’m loving learning about habitual patterns, retraining the brain and the reasons behind the actions we take. No judgment, no shame. I’m excited to explore so many episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Georgie Gilda
    United Statesa month ago
  • Honoring the Past, Embracing Enough

    It’s amazing how Episode 33 (“What Is Enough”) hit me so deeply when it connects to my own life story.

    My own experience growing up in Poland during the 1980s, with food scarcity being a real part of daily life (shortages, rationing lines, uncertainty about the next meal), makes total sense as to why the “clean plate club” mentality took such strong root for me. In that era, wasting food wasn’t just discouraged-it was often unthinkable because resources were genuinely limited. Finishing everythi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MegiBrown
    United Statesa month ago
  • Down to earth advice

    Rachel offers so many common sense tools that help tackle challenges in a meaningful way.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ImpossibleQuest
    Canada3 months ago
  • Insightful

    This is an approach I haven’t tried. It’s a lot of work about thoughts and feelings but makes sense! I’m giving it a try…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    me9550
    United States3 months ago
  • Best information out there

    I have found Rachel’s ideas and approach to be reassuring and helpful in my journey to cut back. Listening to her has helped me finally quit alcohol altogether. It’s like having a supportive friend with no nonsense help for unexamined habits.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redbaybrowser
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the supportive, therapist-like guidance without shaming.
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Listener feedback consistently highlights the host's practical, non-judgmental approach.
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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.
457: How do I stop going to the bar in the afternoon? [Listener Q&A]
Q: Do you have any suggestions on how to stop going to the bar in the afternoon?
The key is understanding the need for transition after work and finding alternative ways to decompress that don't involve drinking.
453: Afraid You'll Lose Friends If You Stop Drinking? Listen to This. [Listener Q&A]
Q: Is it possible to just have one drink?
Rachel explains that this question often stems from a desire to manage social anxiety without addressing the underlying inner critic problem.
453: Afraid You'll Lose Friends If You Stop Drinking? Listen to This. [Listener Q&A]
Q: How do you keep very close friends and not come across as boring?
Sean's question is rooted in the worry that his friends will view him differently without alcohol, and it reflects a deeper issue of dealing with his inner critic.
452: Why Fear-Based Motivation and Replacing Alcohol with Food Doesn't Bring Relief [Listener Q&A]
Q: How do I get a firm footing on a healthier me?
Rachel suggests that a huge part of this involves reframing discomfort as a normal part of the human experience, which can lead to personal growth.

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A practical, brain-science–driven approach to changing one's relationship with alcohol, featuring actionable techniques, mindfulness, and strategies to enjoy life without relying on drinks. Episodes explore why cravings arise, how to interrupt automatic drinking rituals, and how to reframe pleasure—using cues like sensory awareness and present-moment focus—to build healthier habits. Notable strengths include clear archetype frameworks, real-life experiments, listener Q&As, and a compassionate, non-judgmental tone that appeals to people seeking sustainable change rather than quick fixes.

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