Luke Thomas Gets Politics" Losing a parent is one of the hardest experiences anyone can go through. In this video, we explore the dangerous path of using alcohol to cope with grief and why it only makes recovery harder. Luke shares deeply personal stories, including the real consequences of drinking after loss, and the lessons learned the hard way.

The message is clear: while grief is inevitable, self-destruction doesn’t have to be. Healthy structure, mental health support, community, and avoiding destructive habits are the keys to moving forward. This isn’t theory — it’s lived experience.

If you’ve ever faced loss or are supporting someone who has, this discussion offers a raw, unfiltered look at what not to do, and how to build yourself back up.

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Chapters

00:00 Coping with grief after loss

01:00 Why drinking doesn’t help

02:00 Building structure and routine

03:00 The false promise of alcohol

04:00 Story of drinking in New York

05:00 Importance of mental health support

06:00 The night that nearly k***ed me

07:00 Friends intervening in time

08:00 How alcohol masks the pain

09:00 Why grief needs community

10:00 Final thoughts and warning