Certified Coaches Jonathan Ball and Ellen Biggs of The Alcohol Myth dive deep into Alcohol and Society, the second of the "Three S's" of alcohol (Substance, Society, and Self).

Discover how pervasive drinking culture, societal pressure, and media romanticization influence our choices and make questioning your relationship with alcohol feel isolating.

In this episode, you'll learn about:
Societal Pressure: How the universal need for acceptance and belonging often drives the first drink and continued use.

Media Glorification: The impact of drinking culture and the romanticization of alcohol in media and TV shows (like Scandal and How I Met Your Mother).

The Disconnect: Why the media's failure to show negative consequences (like hangovers, anxiety, or guilt) creates a massive disconnect for those struggling with drinking.

AF Strategies: Practical ways to navigate social scenes on your alcohol-free journey, including going incognito, using AF drinks, and communicating with friends.

Finding Your Tribe: The power of connecting with an alcohol-free community and "Quit Lit" to counter cultural messaging.

Quick Takeaways for Your AF Journey:
Practice Compassion: Understand that the fear about changing your relationships is natural and universal.

Counter the Messages: Actively incorporate stories and communities of people who love sobriety.

It's Your Business: You don't owe anyone an explanation about how to stop drinking; your decision is your own.

Watch the Media: Pay attention to how alcohol is depicted in your favorite TV shows and movies to recognize the pervasive cultural messages.

Timestamps for Navigation:
0:27 - Introducing the hosts and the Three S's (Substance, Society, Self)
1:33 - Societal pressure and the first drink
8:19 - Alcohol is romanticized in media
11:37 - Why the media portrayal is a facade
14:05 - Finding your alcohol-free tribe
19:48 - Fear of change and maintaining belonging
22:28 - Strategies for going "incognito" (AF drinks, texts)
34:39 - Quick tips for starting your alcohol-free journey

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