Why Businesses Should Be More Alcohol-Aware

In this episode of Harmonious at Lunch, Brandon Gano chats with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown, an author, coach, and speaker who helps people improve their lives by reducing their alcohol consumption. Duncan discusses the negative effects of alcohol on business performance, productivity, and employee well-being.

Key takeaways:

• Two-thirds of employees don't want work social events to revolve around alcohol.
• Moderate alcohol consumption (two drinks) can reduce sleep quality by 24%, increase cortisol levels by 18% (the stress hormone), and reduce your ability to learn and remember things.
• A longitudinal study of over 30 years found that people who drank 14 units of alcohol per week (roughly one drink per day) had measurably reduced brain size.

Duncan's personal journey:

Duncan discovered alcohol as a teenager and found himself drinking heavily over the years. He realized that alcohol was negatively affecting his life and stopped drinking entirely. This change led to increased joy, freedom, self-respect, and overall well-being.

How to approach the topic of alcohol consumption with employees:

• Be aware of the problem. If you suspect an employee may be struggling with alcohol abuse, the first step is acknowledging the issue.
• Educate yourself. There are many resources available online and in libraries about alcohol abuse and recovery.
• Offer support. There are many different recovery programs available, and you can help your employee find one that is right for them.

Call to action:

• Visit Duncan's website, https://www.bhaskaranbrown.com/, to learn more about his work and download a free copy of his book, "Get Over Indulgence."
• Connect with Duncan on social media:
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncanbhaskaranbrown/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soberwarriorcoach/
• For more information on alcohol abuse and recovery, visit the website of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism: https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/

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