Ever wonder why alcohol feels like it gives you energy and motivation, only to leave you feeling unmotivated later? There’s a scientific reason for that.

Alcohol tricks your brain with short-term dopamine boosts but drains long-term motivation, focus, and drive—making it harder to find pleasure in daily life.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down:

• How alcohol spikes dopamine—but also depletes it over time
• Why drinking can kill motivation and make everyday tasks feel harder
• The science behind dopamine imbalances and alcohol dependence
• How nutrients like NAC and Vitamin B1 play a role in dopamine recovery

🎧 Tune in now to understand the real impact of alcohol on your motivation—and what you can do to support your brain.