
Why You Feel Guilty After Drinking (And How to Fix It)
There’s real neuroscience behind feeling guilty after drinking, and once you understand it, you can start to change things.
There’s real neuroscience behind feeling guilty after drinking, and once you understand it, you can start to change things.
What we expect alcohol to do is often simply conditioning. Let’s explore small shifts to relax without alcohol without going cold turkey.
When you’re learning how to socialize without alcohol, it’s not always the drink you miss. Sometimes, it’s the version of you that shows up.
If you find yourself thinking about alcohol often—whether it’s tallying drinks, reviewing last night’s choices at the bar, or planning your next “dry day”—you’re not alone.
Motivation isn’t the secret to success when it comes to mindful drinking. The real key? Momentum, thoughtful planning, and a few science-backed tricks.
Here’s the truth: Most of us don’t fall into the simple categories of “totally fine” or “addicted.” And more importantly, clinging to labels like “addictive personality” generally doesn’t help you make actual improvements.