America has a long (and often dark) history with alcohol and bars. This podcast is a brief summary of that history. I also present ideas and pose questions about new ways we can congregate and socialize-without having to go to bars.

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This article isn't strictly about substance misuse; it's about trying to have a calmer, more enjoyable experience of living-learning to create happy feelings naturally. So much has changed and evolved in our society and culture, but our brains haven't kept up with the evolution. I get a bit technical with medical and psychology terms, but I explain this in simple words and relatable examples. Learn a few simple activities to help you feel better naturally. Only so much can be covered in a 10 minute podcast. This may be the launch pad for doing deeper research of your own.

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"My right" is an interesting view on sobriety along with my interpretation of a curious psychological phenomenon how "not having" something can obsess our thinking and behavior.

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Sometimes we need to reflect on how our life has changed as a result of being a non-drinker. We often get so busy living a sober life that we neglect to remember what we have done for ourselves.

Do you need to fill out a questionnaire or see a therapist to determine if you have a substance problem? Do you need confirmation or a title? This podcast will get you thinking and give you some ideas to try. Informative and entertaining.

Every drinker or former drinker is not an awful person. Alcohol can bring out the worst in some people and this is not an excuse to let someone get away with bad behavior. But too many people feel that there is something wrong with them because they drink, when in reality they simply shouldn't drink.

It's not always easy being human. It's even easier to let your unconscious emotions direct your behavior. In this podcast I talk about: Doing what you say you will do, avoiding unintended revenge and honor.

Before you go buy a copy of "The Secret" listen to this podcast. Your outlook and the words you use to describe yourself and your world around you are setting the stage for self-fulfilling prophecies.

Don't spend your valuable time trying to figure out why you like what you like. Don't apologize for liking the kind of music, clothes or food that you like. If you happen to like something that is destructive or not good for you, then don't do it. Is it as simple as that? It can be. Accepting your own unique personal likes and then deciding what you're going to do about it is a better use of your mental energy.

You are under NO OBLIGATION to ever tell anyone that you don't drink or why you don't drink. When offered a drink, just say, "No thanks. I'm good." Most people will never even notice that you're not drinking, so don't worry about it. Just go out and be normal.