What if every Monday was more than just the start of a new week — what if it was a mirror?

In this episode, we explore how to use the “Monday Mirror” to reset your identity, whether you’re picking yourself back up after a tough weekend or riding high on the momentum of progress. You’ll learn why your habits are casting votes for the kind of person you’re becoming, how to shift gears without guilt, and how to reinforce success with intention instead of pressure.

No matter where you're at today — slipping, soaring, or somewhere in between — this episode will give you a grounded way to step into the week with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Today’s episode is a little different than some of our others—but I promise, it’s one you’ll want to stick around for. If you’ve ever dealt with brain fog, low energy, mood swings, or you’ve just found yourself wondering why don’t I feel like myself lately—this one’s for you. We’re talking with Thoryn Stephens, a biotech exec turned data scientist turned longevity pioneer. He’s the founder of Brain One, a company that’s helping people improve their brain fitness with small, measurable changes—and it’s all grounded in science. He’s worked in molecular biology, built AI-driven health platforms, and now he’s leading a movement around personalized protocols to help people protect their brain long before problems show up. If you’re in your 40s or 50s and want to stay ahead of things like memory loss, mood dips, or mental fatigue… you're going to take away a lot from this one

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Dry days can feel off—like you’re missing a part of yourself. Maybe you feel less social, less relaxed, or just not fully “you.” In this episode, we explore what’s really behind that feeling, and how to reconnect with the version of yourself you think alcohol brings out. You’ll walk away with a simple mindset shift and one actionable step to try this week—no pressure, just curiosity.

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

We’ve all made excuses to drink — “I deserve it,” “It’s just one,” “It’s the weekend,” “Everyone else is.” We also make excuses not to change — especially when life feels busy, stressful, or uncertain. In this episode, we flip that habit on its head. You’ll learn a simple mindset shift that helps you spot better reasons, take back control, and use April as your edge.

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

In this episode, I’m sharing 10 ways to build real self-respect while working on your relationship with alcohol. These aren’t about willpower or perfection — they’re about shifting your energy, your mindset, and the way you see yourself. Inspired by Wayne Dyer’s The Power of Intention, this is a more grounded, self-compassionate approach to change. I’ll walk you through practical steps that have helped me personally, especially on days when I’ve felt stuck or disconnected. If you’re cutting back, taking a break, or just trying to drink more mindfully, these tools will help you feel more aligned, confident, and in control — without the pressure to get it all right.

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

You’ve probably asked yourself that question—or heard someone else say it like it’s a fact. But what if that belief is actually blocking your progress? In this episode, we unpack why labels like “alcoholic” or “addictive personality” might be doing more harm than good, and offer a new way to think about change that’s more honest, more doable, and a lot more freeing

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

We all know alcohol and mental health are connected, but what does the science actually say? Dr. Jason Kilmer, a leading researcher from the University of Washington, joins us to break down how alcohol impacts anxiety, depression, sleep, and emotional regulation. We discuss why drinking to "take the edge off" often backfires, how alcohol myopia alters decision-making, and the surprising link between alcohol use and suicide prevention.

This isn’t about fear—it’s about facts. Whether you’re looking to cut back, better understand your habits, or simply learn more about alcohol’s effect on the brain, this conversation is packed with science-backed insights and practical takeaways.

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

In last week’s conversation with Dr. Jason Kilmer, we uncovered something shocking—most of what we think alcohol does for us isn’t actually caused by alcohol itself. We like to believe that drinking makes us more confident, social, and relaxed, but Jason’s research proves that our brains create these effects based on expectation, not the drink itself.
In this 10-Minute Monday, I’m breaking down Jason’s groundbreaking experiment where participants acted drunk even when they weren’t drinking, simply because they believed they had alcohol. Meanwhile, those who actually drank but didn’t think they had alcohol showed none of the typical social effects—no increased confidence, no extra energy, no party vibes. This experiment is a game-changer for anyone looking to take control of their drinking.
So, what does this mean for you as a Sunnyside member? It means you have more influence over your experience than you ever realized. Today, I’ll be breaking down exactly how this “alcohol effect” works, the key takeaways from my conversation with Jason, and—most importantly—how you can use this knowledge to drink smarter and feel more in control. Let’s dive in.

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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Why do you drink more in certain situations—even when you don’t plan to? What if I told you it has nothing to do with alcohol itself? Dr. Jason Kilmer has spent over 20 years researching the psychology of drinking behaviors at the University of Washington, where he’s helped develop groundbreaking interventions funded by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) and the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). His work focuses on how our expectations, social environments, and even the way a drink is served can completely alter how much we consume.

In today’s episode, we break down his wildly eye-opening research, including a shocking experiment where people got drunk—without drinking. We dive into the hidden psychological triggers that make us drink more than we realize, the powerful role of perception in shaping drinking habits, and how simple factors like glass size, carbonation, and even the presence of ice can change consumption patterns. Jason shares what really makes alcohol “social” and why most of the effects people chase aren’t coming from the alcohol itself. If you’re trying to cut back, moderate, or better understand your drinking habits, this conversation will completely change the way you think about alcohol.

Want to drink less with no pressure to quit? Go to https://ctbk.co/4doo5dq for a free 15-day trial.
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ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.

Do your kids notice when you drink? And if they do, what message are they taking away from it? In this episode, I break down a Parents magazine article on parental drinking habits and share my own perspective as a dad of three. We’ll dive into how kids perceive alcohol, what research says about its influence, and simple ways to model intentional drinking. Whether you’re a casual drinker or just curious about the topic, this episode will give you something to think about. Tune in for an honest, no-judgment conversation on what our kids are really learning from us.

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- Twitter:  https://x.com/joinsunnyside
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnyside

ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days.

Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.