James Swanwick
James Swanwick
The Holiday Drinking Lie: Why Alcohol Ads Don’t Match Your Reality
The Holiday Drinking Lie: Why Alcohol Ads Don’t Match Your Reality
The Holiday Drinking Lie: Why Alcohol Ads Don’t Match Your Reality
Monday 4th November 2024
Victoria English explores the emotional conflict of holiday drinking, offering tips to reclaim the season authentically without alcohol.
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol ads create unrealistic holiday expectations.
- Cognitive dissonance can make holidays emotionally challenging.
- Embrace self-awareness to redefine your holiday traditions.
- Practical advice for a mindful and alcohol-free holiday season.
- Personal stories highlight the benefits of sobriety during the holidays.
Is alcohol adding anything meaningful to my life during these last months of the year?
Victoria English takes you on a journey through the emotional turmoil that often accompanies holiday drinking. She uncovers how alcohol ads paint a rosy picture that rarely matches reality, especially during the festive season. Victoria dives into the concept of cognitive dissonance - that uneasy feeling when our actions don't align with our values - and how it can be particularly challenging around the holidays.
She offers practical advice on embracing self-awareness and redefining holiday traditions to better reflect personal values. Through her engaging storytelling, Victoria encourages you to reclaim the holiday season in a way that feels authentic and fulfilling. She shares her own experiences and those of others who have successfully navigated this tricky time of year without relying on alcohol.
Whether you're looking to quit drinking entirely or just want to approach the holidays more mindfully, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable tips. By the end, you'll feel inspired to take control of your holiday experience, free from the false promises of alcohol ads. So why not give it a listen and see how you can make this holiday season truly your own?