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Think Thursday: Toxic Positivity vs. Emotional Resilience
In this deeply honest and science-backed episode, Molly explores a topic that often gets misunderstood in the world of personal development: toxic positivity. While op...
Special Episode: Gas Station Drugs--What's Lurking on those Aisles?
In this timely episode of the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, host Molly Watts takes a deep dive into a public health conversation that few people are having—but everyone ...
Think Thursday: Rising Beyond Ourselves — The Mental Health Power of Transcendence
In this episode of Think Thursday from the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, host Molly Watts explores the transformative mental health benefits of self-transcendence.After ...
Revisiting: Undoing the Urge to Overdrink
In this episode, Molly revisits a listener favorite: Undoing the Urge to Overdrink — a heartfelt and informative conversation first shared just before Thanksgiving 202...
Think Thursday: The Science of Smiling
In this week's Think Thursday episode, we explore an unexpectedly powerful topic: the science of smiling. Is being a "natural smiler" something you're born with? Can s...
Alcohol Awareness Month: The Top 3 Ways I'm A Different Drinker Now
Welcome (or welcome back!) to the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast with your host, Molly Watts, coming to you from salubrious Oregon!In this final episode for Alcohol Awaren...
Think Thursday: Unbreakable Habits and The Voice that Keeps Them Alive
Have you ever said to yourself, “This habit feels unbreakable”?Whether it’s procrastination, nighttime snacking, or pouring that end-of-day drink, it often feels like ...
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...
