Ever had one of those days when you’re overwhelmed or exhausted and think, “A drink will make me feel better”?

You're not alone—and you're not wrong that it feels like it helps. That first drink brings a rush of dopamine and a temporary sense of relief. But here’s the truth: alcohol can’t actually fix what’s wrong.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through:

• why your brain turns to alcohol when you’re stressed, sad, or burned out;
• what alcohol can do (temporary sedation) vs. what it can’t do (solve the problem);
• how drinking trains your brain to associate alcohol with relief—and why that’s a slippery slope;
• what happens to your emotional resilience when alcohol becomes the go-to escape;
• a simple reframe to help you pause and choose intentionally—even if you do decide to drink.

If you’ve ever poured a drink to cope with a headache, heartbreak, work stress, or just a mountain of life admin or your partner’s loud chewing, this episode is for you.

If this resonates and you want help shifting your habits, book a free consultation via the link below. I’d love to support you.

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