Taming the Lizard Brain: Green Light Thoughts / Ep. 026

In this episode of the "Feel It Alcohol Free" podcast, hosts Susan and Ruby delve into the internal dialogues and rationalizations that often lead individuals to reach for a drink.  They answer this lively question from a listener, “Arrrgh!! Damn you, wine! I am struggling with that naughty voice in my head again, the one that says, "just have a glass. You've done brilliantly, so relax. Stop overthinking it. You deserve it." And I know better. But why am I having these thoughts?”    The hosts share their personal experiences with these permission giving thoughts and explore the origins of these thoughts in the amygdala and limbic or "lizard brain". they emphasize the importance of creating an environment that doesn't trigger the need for relief at the end of the day and share strategies for overcoming the urge to drink. Join Susan and Ruby as they delve into the psychology of alcohol consumption and share their favorite ways to embrace an alcohol-free lifestyle. So, grab a refreshing drink and get ready to "feel lit" with the "Feel It Alcohol Free" podcast.KeywordsAlcohol-free lifestyle, alcohol freedom coaches, green light thoughts, amygdala, limbic brain, relief at the end of the day, lizard brain, mocktails, celebrating small wins, positive emotions, ritual without alcohol, SodaStream, alcohol-free community, Apple Podcasts reviews, A Wine Free Weekend, yoga snack, Down Dog app, emotional brain, animal brain, prefrontal cortex, stress relief methods, physiological needs, inner toddler, protein for relief, lifestyle changes, subconscious desires, automatic thoughts, environmental influences, conscious awareness.We Love Hearing From YouDon't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit! Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community! Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.