169. Breaking Vicious Cycles - A Guide For Better Mental Health

Have you ever noticed how one small decision can either make your day better or completely unravel it?

Maybe you reach for a drink after a tough day or push through and go for a walk instead.

What if I told you those moments of choice are part of something much bigger—what we call a virtuous or vicious cycle?

In today’s episode of Alcohol Rethink, we’re diving into these cycles, exploring how your perception of life’s events determines which path you take, and what lies in the middle—the space where your mindset, thoughts, and feelings decide if you spiral down or build yourself up.

In episode 169 of The Alcohol Rethink Podcast, host Patrick Fox, will be sharing how to recognize when you’re caught in either cycle and how to shift your momentum for the better.

He shares insights from his experiences and recent coaching sessions, emphasising the importance of self-awareness and intentionality in breaking negative patterns.

The episode provides practical tools for listeners to identify their cycles and make supportive choices, ultimately encouraging a shift towards healthier behaviours and mindsets.

Some of the key takeaways:

Rethinking alcohol will lead to personal growth.
Understanding the difference between a vicious and virtuous cycle
The power of awareness in creating change
Positive actions create a virtuous cycle
Negative actions lead to a vicious cycle
Self-reflection helps identify your current cycle
Small wins can build momentum for change
Intentionality in choices leads to better outcomes
Supportive environments foster positive behaviours
Be kind to yourself is essential during the journey of change

Awesome resources to help you stop drinking:

1. The Alcohol ReThink Podcast Guide

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