Alcohol is your go to solution for unwanted stress, isn’t it? Also, do you feel you will be judged if you didn’t drink in social events… especially the upcoming New Year parties? Is alcohol decreasing your productivity but you feel helpless? We have a quick, natural solution. This blog post tells you how hypnotherapy can help you stop binge drinking.
Burning Question: Why do You Binge Drink in Stress or Social Events?
Because you feel it is bad to say ‘no”.
Scene: It is New Year Night. You had a long work week due to closing. You have met your friends to relax. They suggest drinks to “unwind.” You want to say no, but you fear they will make fun of you. One drink turns into seven. You wake up the next morning with a splitting headache and a lot of regret.
Another scene: You are at a corporate event with several potential clients. They offer you nips everytime you empty your glass. You want to refuse but can’t. What if they thought you were being rude? What if you lost a big opportunity because of a few drinks? And you keep drinking and feeling miserable.
Sounds familiar?
26% of young adults drink more than the recommended levels of alcohol consumption.
This cycle is common among young professionals. Why? Because of workplace stress and the societal pressure to “fit in”. You may start using alcohol as your quick go-to for relaxation. However, you can slip into alcohol addiction very easily. You may develop:
- Decreased productivity at work
- A mental fog
- Weak relationships
- Anxiety because you may be “losing your grip”
Don’t become more anxious. We at Make It Happen Hypnotherapy (MIHH) have a solution that will help. Hypnotherapy allows you to break this vicious cycle, stop binge drinking, and become functional again.
Before You Read on, Why Should You Even Listen to Us?
Fair question. You should trust what we say because we are:
- Highly experienced. We have treated 700+ people through hypnotherapy. Our hypnotherapist, Sandy, has practiced in Australia, New Zealand, Hongkong, and USA sucessfully.
- Extremely ethical. We take client confidentiality very seriously. Whatever you tell us at MIHH, stays at MIHH.
- Thoroughly empathetic. You won’t be ridiculed or judged here. Sandy will listen to anything and everything you tell her about your binge drinking.
- All about keeping you in the loop. You will be involved in planning your sessions to stop binge drinking. You can give Sandy pointers about specific problems you must address in sessions. She will answer all your questions and doubts before your first hypnotherapy session.
Also, hypnotherapy helps you recover from alcohol addcition faster than other therapies. Who doesn’t want natural remedies for addiction without notable side effects?
Now That You Trust Our Word… What Is Hypnotherapy And How Does It Work?
It is a treatment method that helps you look into your subconscious mind. Why? Because the real reason of your binge drinking lies there.
Your subconscious is your storehouse for all the negative thoughts and feelings you had throughout life. At some point, that negativity spills into your conscious/present mind. It can make you develop bad coping strategies… like binge drinking and not saying no.
Hypnotherapy relaxes and opens your mind to help you change those negative thoughts into positive behaviours. Cool, right? You go into a trance-like state (not sleep) and see which thoughts you must change.
At Make It Happen Hypnotherapy (MIHH), we use research-based methods to:
- Reprogram negative thought patterns.
- Build resilience against stress triggers to finally stop binge drinking.
- Help you gain natural control over your drinking habits.
Note That Moderation Cannot Stop You For Long
Mainly because you cannot say no. Also, because you:
- Don’t want to quit alcohol altogether
- Must stop drinking altogether for at least one month
- Don’t know the exact cause of why you cannot say no… or why have you chosen alcohol as your best solution.
- Don’t have the tools to build resistance against drinking temptation
So, You Should do What Anthony Did.
He came to MIHH to find out how to stop binge drinking. He was getting unproductive at work. His personal life was also suffering.
Listen to him after he got better:
5 Ways Hypnotherapy Can Stop Binge Drinking
And no, it won’t be anything like the movies. You won’t “get under influence’, “become a zombie”, or “do whatever they want”. Instead, it does this:
1. Targets Emotional Triggers
Hypnotherapy to stop binge drinking helps you recognise and resolve the stressors that make you binge drink. They maybe workplace anxiety or social pressure. This therapy equips you with the tools to cope with them.
2. Strengthens Self-Control
You learn to rewire your brain, i.e. change your negative thoughts into positive behaviours. As a result, you can say “no” to that next drink without feeling awkward or anxious.
3. Improves Stress Management
Your mind can relax naturally instead of reaching for alcohol. You will learn how to dispel stress through:
- Breathing techniques to calm you. You can stop binge drinking easily that way.
- Positive thoughts to keep you away from anxiety
- Visualisation that you can live a better life by pushing alcohol away.
4. Restores Mental Clarity
No more productivity-killing hangovers! Hypnotherapy to stop binge drinking increases your focus and energy levels. Hence, you become sharper at work and in life. You can give creative suggestions during meetings, too.
5. Empowers Long-Term Change
Unlike quick fixes, hypnotherapy builds lasting habits. Once your subconscious adopts healthier patterns, maintaining them becomes effortless.
Bonus! 10-Second Hypnotherapy Tips to Help You Stop Binge Drinking
You don’t need a hypnotherapist present to apply these simple tips. The best thing? You can apply each of them in 10 seconds!
1. The 10-Second Deep Breathing Reset
Before ordering a drink:
- Take a deep breath
- Hold for 5 seconds
- Exhale slowly.
This activates your parasympathetic nervous system. It will reduce the urge to drink impulsively.
2. Visualize Your Ideal Self
Close your eyes for 10 seconds. Picture yourself waking up clear-headed and productive. Use this mental image to skip that extra drink.
3. Set a Positive Intention
Before social events, silently repeat, “I am confident and in control”, for 10 seconds. This pre-programmes your mind to make healthier choices.
4. Pause and Redirect
Say, “I will decide in 10 minutes” whenever someone offers you a drink. Saying this will take less than 10 seconds. Use that time to assess whether you truly need another drink…or just a moment to relax.
5. Anchor Calmness with Touch
Press your thumb and forefinger together. Think of a calming word like “peace.” This 10-second physical action helps ground you in the moment. Hypnotherapy uses it, too.
In a Nutshell
You may not stop binge drinking under societal pressure. It can make you unproductive at work. Hypnotherapy in Brisbane can help you say no and enjoy social events without overindulging. Also, you can recover faster than other therapies. You can call 047-515-9415 to book your free consultation with us if you want to start 2025 alcohol-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Hypnotherapy Really Help me Stop Drinking Alcohol?
Yes! Hypnotherapy to stop binge drinking targets the subconscious drivers of your drinking habits. This makes it easier for you to regain control without relying solely on willpower.
How Many Hypnotherapy Sessions Will I Need?
While results vary, most clients notice significant changes within the first 2-3 sessions at MIHH.
Is Hypnotherapy Safe?
Absolutely. Hypnotherapy is a natural and non-invasive method with no side effects when performed by trained professionals like those at MIHH.
