Understanding Cravings, Building Habits & Playing the Long Game

What does it actually take to change a belief you've held for years — that you need alcohol to unwind, to sleep, to survive a hard day? In this episode, Coach Kevin and Coach Frank sit down with Ray Carroll, a four-year Reframe community member, to explore what happens when education alone isn't enough and why the missing ingredient for so many people is simply asking for help.They dig into the long game of recovery — what to expect when the initial motivation fades, why craving doesn't mean failure no matter how far into the journey you are, and how to build a personal plan that holds up when life punches you in the mouth.The conversation also takes an honest look at journaling — why so many people resist it, how to start small enough that it actually sticks, and why just showing up and writing the date counts. Plus, what it really feels like to share in a meeting for the first time, and why saying "I'm here" is sometimes all you need.If you've been waiting for the dramatic moment where everything clicks — this episode is worth a listen.The Reframeable podcast is brought to you by the Reframe app. Reframe is the #1 app to help you cut back or quit drinking alcohol. It uses neuroscience to reframe your relationship with alcohol and unlock the healthiest, happiest you. If you're enjoying this podcast, please like, subscribe, and share with those that you feel may benefit from it. If you have a topic you'd like us to cover on the podcast, send an email to [email protected] or, if you're on the Reframe app, give it a shake and let us know what you want to hear.