Discover the transformative power of aligning your drinking habits with your personal values. A listener shares how asking one insightful question reshaped her relationship with alcohol. This discussion emphasizes mindfulness over mere counting, combining reflection with tracking for lasting habits. Learn why understanding your motivations can lead to healthier choices and a more fulfilling experience, all while enjoying the journey.
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Listener's Values-Based Drinking Shift
A listener tracked drinks and reflection on values changed her relationship with alcohol.
She made two lists: drinking aligned with values and drinking not aligned with values.
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Value Alignment Boosts Success
Aligning actions with personal values helps sustain behavior change and wellbeing.
Motivation from guilt or shame often burns out, causing frustration and relapse.
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Motivational Interviewing Insights
Motivational interviewing helps people change by connecting with their own reasons.
Change sticks when it's driven by personal clarity, not rules or pressure.
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Tracking your drinks matters — it’s a core part of how Sunnyside helps you stay mindful. But if you’ve ever had a “dry day” and still felt off… this episode explains why. Mike shares a story from a listener who realized the biggest shift didn’t come from how many drinks she had — but from asking one powerful question: “Is this aligned with my values?” In this quick, science-backed episode, you’ll learn how to pair counting with reflection to build habits that actually stick — and feel good doing it. Because when your why is clear, the numbers start to take care of themselves.
ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.
Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.
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