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Pause Before Drinking
published 01/19/2026

Before a first or second drink, try pausing for fifteen minutes. Check in with your body, stress level, and intention. Curiosity and intentionality interrupt autopilot and create space for choice. This is a clinically supported way to reduce impulsive use without relying on willpower alone. ⏸️🧠

Dr. Maria Meinerding can help you use evidence-based tools like this to change patterns gently and effectively.

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