5. Rethinking Alcohol: Shifting Beliefs, Setting Boundaries, and Finding Balance (with Lisa Leong)

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“One of my party tricks, or superpowers, I thought, was that I'm a tiny person who can drink a lot. So it was actually part of me being proud of how much I could drink. Looking back, I think even after just one or two glasses, I had no idea the effect those glasses had on my behavior.”

In this episode, Lisa dives deep into the transformation of her relationship with alcohol and the broader implications of her journey toward self-awareness. Together, we explore the role of alcohol in social identity, the power of shifting limiting beliefs, and the importance of rituals and personal boundaries in fostering emotional growth. Lisa shares personal stories about the impact of her drinking on her family and the pivotal moments that led her to pursue a more intentional life.

Today on Limitless:

• Whispers and Shouts from the Universe: How subtle signs often precede major life changes and wake-up calls.
• Alcohol and Identity: Lisa’s realization that her identity was intertwined with drinking and the steps she took to dismantle this narrative.
• Cycle of Drinking: How setting rules around alcohol consumption often leads to self-sabotage and breaking those same rules.
• The Role of Curiosity in Change: Lisa's approach to reducing the desire for alcohol by exploring the deeper beliefs behind her habits.
• Family Influence: Breaking the cycle of alcohol use through deep personal healing, creating a path of emotional well-being for her daughter and future generations.
• Tools for Transformation: Lisa’s use of EMDR therapy, alcohol coaching, and mindfulness to uncover and address deep-seated beliefs.
• Rituals for Connection: The importance of creating new rituals, like tea ceremonies, as alternatives to alcohol based socializing.
• Boundaries and Social Pressure: Navigating social situations where alcohol is central and setting boundaries that align with personal values.

Tune in to hear Lisa’s candid reflections on breaking cycles, embracing personal growth, and creating a more intentional life.

Show resources

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https://www.thisworkinglifebook.com/

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