Ever drink to quiet your mind… but wake up feeling even louder inside?

Alcohol can feel calming in the moment, but afterward, many people experience amplified anxiety, racing thoughts, emotional sensitivity, and that wired-but-tired “hangxiety” feeling.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down:

• Why alcohol boosts calm temporarily — then rebounds hard
• The brain chemistry behind next-day anxiety and irritability
• How disrupted REM sleep makes emotions feel heavier
• The role of cortisol, blood sugar crashes, and nervous system overload
• How ingredients like L-Theanine and Ashwagandha can support recovery and emotional balance

🎧 Tap play to understand why alcohol sometimes turns up the volume inside — and how to find real calm that actually lasts.