Our society has created two distinct categories: social/normal drinker and alcoholic. The reality is, a lot of us will find ourselves somewhere between the two extremes. Unfortunately because of the way alcohol is promoted and celebrated, it’s easy to internalize the negative effects of it as inherent problems that we embody rather than direct results of the drug. On the other hand, alcohol isn’t necessarily bad, but it’s important to understand the why when we consume it. In this episode, we’re unpacking the gray space of learning about our own relationships to alcohol, how it affects anxiety and depression, hanxiety, the impact of taking time away, and more. 

Since Em started examining her relationship with alcohol more closely, these resources have been a huge help to her and some were mentioned in the episode:

Instagram Accounts

@noboozebabes

@shestayssober

@asobergirlsguide

@theretiredpartygirl

Apps

The Reframe App

Books

The Easy Way to Control Alcohol

Quit Like a Woman

The Naked Mind

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