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EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 22 MIN

Why You Keep Going Back to Drinking (And How to Stop) : The Power of the Pause | Ep.2

from Beyond the Gray · host Kari Schwear

It’s not about the alcohol.It’s about the relief.In Episode 2 of Beyond the Gray, Kari explains why gray area drinking isn’t a willpower problem — it’s a pattern problem.If you’ve ever promised yourself you wouldn’t drink… and then did anyway, this episode breaks down why that happens.You’ll learn:How habits are wired in the brainWhy stress triggers autopilot drinkingWhy moderation feels exhaustingThe 10-minute pause that interrupts cravingsHow daily intentions rebuild identityThis is practical, science-backed strategy — not shame. The pause is all about questioning the drink.... literally. Ready to look at your life's core 4 areas and gain insight into your gray areas? Download the FREE Gray Area Audit HereNext episode: the identity shift that makes change stick. Subscribe and follow so you don’t miss it.For more information about Kari and how to work with her, visit the GrayTonic website: https://www.graytonic.com/

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