Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Is Alcohol Really a Reward, Or Just the Tribe’s Permission Slip?
Is Alcohol Really a Reward, Or Just the Tribe’s Permission Slip?
Is Alcohol Really a Reward, Or Just the Tribe’s Permission Slip?
Friday 13th June 2025
Lee Davy questions if alcohol is truly a reward or just society's permission slip. Explore how to redefine rewards in this thought-provoking episode.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Challenge the belief that alcohol is a reward.
- Recognise how societal norms influence drinking habits.
- Utilise healthy practices to manage cravings.
- Focus on personal gains from sobriety like energy and clarity.
- Develop a support network that doesn't rely on alcohol.
"I refused to believe that alcohol provided me with value"
Imagine wrapping up a day of hard work, having helped others find their path, and then suddenly feeling the urge to reach for a drink. Lee Davy's episode on the 1000 Days Sober Podcast tackles this common scenario, questioning whether alcohol is truly a reward or simply a culturally accepted permission slip. Lee explores how coaches, healers, and high-performers often fall into the trap of using alcohol as a reward for their efforts.
He shares his own journey of refusing to believe in the value alcohol supposedly adds to one's life. Instead, he highlights how it sedates rather than connects us to our true selves. Lee argues that the belief system surrounding alcohol is deeply ingrained, presenting it as natural and necessary from an early age. He challenges this narrative by emphasising that alcohol subtracts from life rather than adding to it.
The episode encourages listeners to rethink the concept of reward and to consider what they might gain from stepping away from alcohol—energy, clarity, and peace being just a few benefits. Throughout the discussion, Lee offers practical advice for breaking the reward loop, suggesting that one must address both belief and biology. He proposes a 'trigger toolkit' to help manage cravings, advocating for healthier practices such as breath work or physical activity to replace the urge to drink.
Lee's engaging style combines humour with heartfelt insights, making this episode both relatable and transformative. If you're curious about how alcohol fits into your life and whether it's truly serving you, this episode offers a fresh perspective worth considering.