🎙 Episode Title: Mastering Mindfulness: A Simple Skill to Help You Drink Less and Live More Intentionally.

Hi, I’m Dr Fiona Dowman, a qualified Clinical Psychologist in the UK.

Episode Summary:
Mindfulness is a word that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean, and how can it help you change your drinking?

In this episode, I take you through the real meaning of mindfulness and why it’s such a powerful skill for breaking out of autopilot, tuning in to your thoughts and feelings, and making more intentional choices—especially when it comes to alcohol.

You’ll also hear a simple mindfulness exercise you can try straight away, plus a practical tip for applying mindfulness in your everyday routine.

What You’ll Learn:

• What mindfulness really is (and what it’s not)
• How drinking becomes automatic, and how mindfulness interrupts that cycle
• Why trying to “escape” your thoughts and feelings may be keeping you stuck
• The surprising truth about wandering minds—and why that’s okay
• A simple, everyday mindfulness challenge you can start this week

🔗 Resources I Mention:

🎧 Download my free 20-minute Mindful Drinking Audio Guide: drinklessbooze.co.uk

📬 I’d love to know what you noticed when trying the mindfulness exercise—or if you have questions or thoughts after listening.
You can reach me directly at: info@purplebridgepsychology.co.uk
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🕒 Episode Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro to mindfulness & why it matters for drinking less
02:15 – What mindfulness is (and what it isn’t)
06:30 – The problem with autopilot drinking
09:50 – Escaping discomfort vs. making space for it
13:45 – A quick mindfulness exercise you can try now
18:00 – Your weekly mindfulness challenge
20:00 – Wrapping up: how this helps you drink less over time

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Please note: The tips I share on this podcast are not a substitute for personalised professional advice. If you’re concerned about physical dependence on alcohol, it’s important to speak to your GP or local alcohol service.

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