A Day in the Life of a Drinker - with William PorterA Day in the Life of a Drinker - with William Porter
Sober Awkward
<p>On this episode Vic and Lucy welcome their first guest onto The Sober Awkward Podcast - William Porter. William is the Author of one of the most popular 'Quit Lit' books out there - 'Alcohol Explained.' He's an expert in the chemical, physiological and psychological factors at play when alcohol is consumed. In this chat Lucy and Vic break down 'A day in the life of a drinker' with William and get his brilliant insight on everything from that first drink until the anxiety ridden hangover. They find out what's really going on when in our brains when take that euphoric sip, why we seem to always fail at moderation and how sleep deprivation plays a huge part in over drinking.</p><p>This is a fascinating look inside our habits, our bodies and our minds. This episode is a must for those considering an alcohol-free life. </p><p>Show notes</p><p>Blog Post - A Sober Hangover</p><p>https://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com/post/a-sober-hangover</p><p>Lucy Good - <a href="https://beanstalkmums.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://beanstalkmums.com.au</a></p><p>@beanstalksinglemums</p><p>Victoria Vanstone – <a href="http://www.drunkmummysobermummy.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.drunkmummysobermummy.com</a></p><p>vic@drunkmummysobermummy.com</p><p>@drunkmummysobermummy</p><p>Facebook Group - Drunk Mummy Sober Mummy - The Group</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/groups/913823235768685</p><p>Resources mentioned:</p><p>Series 2 Episode 1 – Alcohol Explained – William Porter</p><p><a href="https://www.alcoholexplained.com/buy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.alcoholexplained.com/buy/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/alcoholexplained" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/alcoholexplained</a></p><p>@alcoholexplained</p><p>@soberawkward</p><p>Alcoholics Anonymous - <a href="https://aa.org.au" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://aa.org.au</a></p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
1:22:54•7 Sept 2021
William Porter: Unpacking the Daily Struggles of a Drinker on Sober Awkward
“However good it feels when you have that first drink of the day, you will feel better than that when you are not drinking all the time, and you will have bad days and you won't always feel on top of the world.”
Ever wondered what really happens in your body and mind when you take that first sip of alcohol? Vic and Lucy invite their first guest, William Porter, to 'Sober Awkward' to shed light on this very question. William, the author of the popular 'Quit Lit' book 'Alcohol Explained,' dives into the nitty-gritty of a drinker's daily routine.
From the initial euphoria to the inevitable anxiety-ridden hangover, this episode breaks down the chemical, physiological, and psychological factors at play when alcohol is consumed. William explains why moderation often fails, how sleep deprivation fuels overdrinking, and what’s truly going on in our brains with each drink. This chat isn't just informative; it's a must-listen for anyone considering an alcohol-free life. Vic and Lucy's humor and honesty make even the heavy topics accessible and engaging.
So, if you're curious about the science behind your cravings or need some motivation to quit, this episode is packed with insights that could change your perspective.
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