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Alcohol Awareness Month: Naltrexone, Binge Drinking & Long-Term Change with Katie Lain
In this compelling episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly reconnects with Katie Lain, founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, to explore the power of neuroscienc...
Think Thursday: The Healing Powers of Water
This Think Thursday episode may just become one of your favorites. Molly explores the overlooked but powerful connection between water and brain health. From hydration...
Alcohol Awareness Month: Psilocybin Therapy with Ben Kramer
In this special Alcohol Awareness Month episode, Molly Watts sits down with Ben Kramer, a licensed psilocybin facilitator and educator in Oregon. As the state pioneers...
Think Thursday: The Power of Reminiscing
Episode Summary In this episode of Think Thursday, we’re diving into the psychology and neuroscience of reminiscing. Why does it feel so comforting to revisit our past...
Alcohol Awareness Month: Are You and Emotional Drinker?
In this episode kicking off Alcohol Awareness Month, Molly Watts dives into the subtleties of emotional drinking, helping listeners uncover unconscious patterns and bu...
Think Thursday: The Hierarchy of Competency
If you've ever thought, “I know what to do—why am I not doing it?”, this episode is for you.In this Think Thursday edition of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, Molly bre...
5 Alcohol "Facts" That Most People Get Wrong
In this episode, Molly kicks off Alcohol Awareness Month by shining a light on five pervasive myths about alcohol that many people still believe—and why they matter. T...
Think Thursday: Sleep & Your Brain-Why Getting the Right Amount Matters More Than You Think
March is National Sleep Awareness Month, and in this Think Thursday episode, we’re revisiting one of the most overlooked—but absolutely essential—pillars of brain heal...
Revisiting: Stopping the Shame Spiral Around Your Drinking
In this episode, Molly revisits one of the most important conversations around changing your relationship with alcohol—how shame can keep you stuck, and how to break f...
Think Thursday: The Neuroscience of New Habit Formation
Hey there, and welcome back to Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast!Today's episode explores why March might actually be a better time to start new habit...
Prostitute to Professor: Radical Transformation with Becca Jacobson
Podcast Episode: Radical Transformation with Becca JacobsonWelcome back to The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Becca Jacobs...
Think Thursday: Why Thinking About Death Can Make You Happier
In this episode of Think Thursday, host Molly Watts explores an unconventional yet profoundly impactful idea: how thinking about death can actually help us live happie...
How Long Will it Take? The Missing Link to Changing Your Drinking
Episode Summary: In 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 pe...
Think Thursday: The Connection Economy-How Relationships Reshape Our Brains
In today’s Think Thursday episode, we’re diving into one of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, tools for behavior change: human connection. We’re not just talkin...
Gray Areas in Gambling & Alcohol Use with Dr. Carl Erik Fisher
In this episode of Alcohol Minimalist, Molly speaks once again with Dr. Carl Erik Fisher, an addiction psychiatrist, author, and person in recovery, to discuss the com...
Think Thursday: The Neuroscience of Mental Rest
In this episode of Think Thursday, we dive into an often-overlooked aspect of brain health—mental rest. Not sleep, not meditation, but true cognitive downtime, the kin...
Why "It's Just a Habit" is Holding You Back
Episode Summary:In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts unpacks a common misconception that keeps people stuck in their drinking habits: the bel...
Think Thursday: The Science of AWE-How it Changes Us
In this week’s Think Thursday, we’re diving deep into the science of awe—an often-overlooked emotion that has the power to shift our thinking, reduce stress, and deepe...
Revisiting: When You LOVE Drinking Alcohol
Episode Summary:In this episode, host Molly Watts revisits a key discussion from 2022, exploring the challenge of changing your relationship with alcohol when you genu...
Think Thursday: Keep Asking Questions-How Staying Curious Supercharges Your Brain
Curiosity isn’t just a fun trait—it’s an essential function of the human brain that fuels learning, adaptability, and even emotional resilience. In today’s Think Thurs...
The Trap of Perfectionism & Why Peace with Alcohol Doesn't Mean It's Always Easy
In this episode, Molly dives into a topic that resonates deeply with anyone struggling to build a peaceful relationship with alcohol: perfectionist or all-or-nothing t...
Think Thursday: Silence is Golden-How Quiet Restores Your Brain
In this episode of Think Thursday, Molly dives into the surprising science behind silence and why it’s critical for brain health and emotional growth. While our modern...
Generational Differences in Alcohol Consumption
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores the topic of how drinking trends and behaviors have evolved across generations. From Baby Boomers and...
Think Thursday: The Brain Loves to Help-Be a Helper!
In this Think Thursday episode, Molly dives into the neuroscience of fear, mindset shifts, and the power of helping others to create a positive ripple effect on both o...
Dryuary: How to Finish Strong (Even if You Already Drank)
Welcome to this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast! As January winds down, we’re talking all about Dry January and the opportunity to finish strong. Whether yo...
Think Thursday: Your Brain on Water-Why Hydration Matters
In this Think Thursday episode, Molly dives into the fascinating connection between hydration and cognitive health. Learn why even mild dehydration can negatively impa...
Willpower vs Self-Discipline: The Key to Drinking Less
Episode Summary:In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts dives into the essential difference between willpower and self-discipline—and why unders...
Think Thursday: Rumination-What, Why and How to Stop!
In this Think Thursday episode, we're diving deep into the concept of rumination—the exhausting cycle of repetitive, negative thinking. Molly breaks down why our beaut...
Changing Your Beliefs About Alcohol (& Yourself)
In this insightful episode, Molly Watts dives into the power of challenging and changing your core beliefs about alcohol and yourself. As many navigate Dry January or ...
Think Thursday: Understanding Dopamine & How to Stabilize It
In this week’s Think Thursday, Molly dives into the fascinating role of dopamine—a neuromodulator at the core of motivation, habits, and long-term satisfaction. With D...
