The holidays haven’t even started — but your wine glass already has.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the pre-holiday pour: why so many people start drinking more before the actual celebrations begin, and what that reveals about stress, anticipation, and how we try to “prepare” for joy. You’ll learn:

• The psychology behind pre-holiday drinking — from reward behavior to social pressure
• How stress hormones and dopamine make early drinking feel justified (but backfire fast)
• The real physical toll of “starting early” on sleep, immunity, and mental health
• Practical ways to decompress without draining your energy — plus how nutrients like Vitamin B12 and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) in Cloud9’s Daily Restore support mood, liver health, and recovery during the busiest season of the year

🎧 Tap play to learn why we drink before the holidays even start — and how to make this season feel lighter, calmer, and actually restorative.

Low-alcohol drinks are everywhere — from canned spritzers to “mindful” cocktails — but when did less become the new cool?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how low-alcohol went from niche to mainstream, and what it reveals about how we balance health, culture, and social life today. You’ll learn:

• Why millennials and Gen Z are driving the low-ABV revolution
• The science of moderation — how even small reductions can benefit your brain, liver, and sleep
• Whether these “light” drinks are actually healthier, or just better marketed
• How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) — both found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — can support energy, liver detox, and mental clarity as you cut back

🎧 Tap play to uncover how the low-alcohol trend is reshaping drinking culture — and what it means for your health, habits, and hangovers.

 Gen Z and millennials are rewriting the rules — and alcohol is no longer the main character.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores why younger generations are drinking less than ever, and what that says about culture, mental health, and connection today. You’ll learn:

• The surprising social, psychological, and economic reasons behind the “less booze, more balance” trend
• How the rise of mental health awareness and wellness culture is changing drinking habits
• Why skipping alcohol isn’t about missing out — it’s about gaining clarity, energy, and presence
• How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) can help your body feel sharper, calmer, and more focused as you drink less

🎧 Tap play to learn why the next generation isn’t just drinking differently — they’re redefining what “fun” and “freedom” really mean.

What really happens when your drinking habits shift — whether you’re cutting back, drinking more, or trying to find a middle ground?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what actually changes inside your body and brain when your drinking pattern does. You’ll learn:

• Why your sleep, emotions, and focus feel different when you drink more or less
• How your brain chemistry and liver adjust during “recalibration mode”
• Why cutting back can feel worse before it feels better (and why that’s a good sign)
• The real science behind why your body reacts faster than your mind when habits shift

Plus, Mike shares how key nutrients like N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) and Vitamin B1 (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) support your liver, energy, and brain clarity while you adapt — helping your system recover smarter, not harder.

🎧 Tap play to understand what your body’s been trying to tell you — and how to make every phase of change feel a little easier.

Ever notice you get sick more often after a night out?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how alcohol quietly weakens your immune system — even if you’re not drinking heavily. From disrupting gut health to draining your antioxidants, alcohol impacts far more than your hangovers.

You’ll learn:
 🧬 How alcohol affects your immune cells and inflammation levels
 🥱 Why you might feel tired, sluggish, or “off” after drinking
 💪 How your gut health and liver work together to protect your immunity
 💊 The science behind ingredients like N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) and Vitamin B12, found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore, that help your body recover and rebuild balance

🎧 Tap play to uncover how alcohol affects your immune defense — and how to keep your system strong while still enjoying life on your terms.

Is a little really harmless?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the newest research challenging the idea of “safe” or “moderate” drinking — and what mild alcohol use actually does to your brain and body over time.

You’ll learn:

 🍷 What the latest studies say about “no safe level” of alcohol
 🧠 How even small amounts impact sleep, mood, hormones, and long-term health
 🔥 Why the myth of “a glass of wine a day” is finally being debunked
 💊 How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and Vitamin B12 — found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — can help support energy, mood, and recovery as you cut back

🎧 Tap play to hear what the science really says about mild drinking — and how to protect your health while still living your life on your terms.

Ever feel like your drinking habits are “fine” — because they’re small?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the psychology and science of micro-habits around alcohol — the ones that seem harmless but quietly shape your energy, focus, and mood over time.

You’ll learn:
 🍷 Why those nightly or “occasional” drinks influence your brain and sleep more than you think
 🧠 How tiny routines — not binge nights — are what really build dependence
 🌿 The science behind how your body adjusts (and what to do about it)
 💊 How ingredients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) — found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — can help replenish focus, energy, and detox pathways while you build better habits

🎧 Tap play to explore how small choices around alcohol add up — and how to take back control, one mindful moment at a time.

Ever wonder what that “one more drink” really costs?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the science and psychology behind the most common phrase in drinking culture — “just one more.”

You’ll learn:
 🍷 How even one extra drink affects your sleep, hormones, and focus the next day
 🧠 Why your brain keeps rewarding that decision (and how to retrain it)
 💤 The real connection between alcohol, stress, and recovery
 🌿 How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) — both found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — help your body bounce back, restore energy, and support mental clarity after drinking

🎧 Tap play to learn how that “one more” adds up — and how to start choosing balance without losing the fun.

When did your “normal” drinking start to feel… not so normal anymore?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives deep into that subtle but powerful shift — the moment when alcohol stops feeling like a treat and starts feeling like a habit.

You’ll learn:

 🥂 Why “normal drinking” slowly creeps into dependency without you realizing it
 🧠 How tolerance, stress, and sleep disruption make even a few drinks hit harder
 💬 Why media and culture keep moving the goalpost on what “moderation” means
 🌿 How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) — both found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — support mental clarity, detox, and balance for anyone drinking less or recovering smarter

🎧 Tap play to explore how “normal” drinking quietly became too much — and how you can redefine balance on your own terms.

Why do we say we’re “letting loose” when what we’re really doing is trying to escape?

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores the psychology behind our favorite drinking phrase — and why society has turned “escape” into something we disguise as “fun.”

You’ll learn:

•  How “letting loose” became our modern code word for stress relief
•  What’s happening in your brain when you drink to unwind — and why the calm never lasts
•  The difference between healthy release and emotional numbing
•  How ingredients like L-Theanine and Ashwagandha (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) help you relax, balance mood, and actually let go without losing control

 🎧 Tap play to discover what “letting loose” really means — and how to find freedom without the hangover.