Description
There are 2 types of alcohol cravings that you may experience as you quit drinking: sudden, in the moment cravings or constant all day cravings. In this episode, you’ll learn about both types and 3 reasons we crave alcohol. I’ve experienced both types of cravings so I will share my experience and help you understand why you keep craving alcohol and where to get started in minimizing your cravings.
What to listen to next:
E191: going back and forth makes your cravings stronger
E205: kindling in alcohol withdrawal
E128: why cravings are so powerful (attentional bias)
E216: 4 types of impulsivity
E211: the anticipation of the drink
E206: HALT: hungry, angry, lonely, tired
E203: why you still want alcohol even when you hate it
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