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Unbottling Depression
Unbottling Depression
Unbottling Depression
Sunday 21st September 2025
Join Vic and Hamish as they discuss the link between alcohol and depression, sharing personal stories and insights into sobriety and mental health.
54 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol can initially boost mood but may lead to long-term depression.
- Understanding whether alcohol causes or masks depression.
- Sobriety removes a major chemical disruptor from the brain.
- Professional help is crucial for managing depression.
- Social expectations can exacerbate alcohol use and its effects.
"Alcohol is a depressant. Yet we treat it like the magic elixir of happiness."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of Sober Awkward takes you on a candid journey with hosts Vic and Hamish as they tackle the intricate relationship between alcohol and depression. With their signature blend of humour and honesty, the duo shares personal experiences that highlight how alcohol, despite being a temporary mood booster, can lead to long-term mental health struggles.
Vic opens up about her own battle with depression, attributing it entirely to her past alcohol use, while Hamish reflects on his emotional lows following a significant breakup. The episode questions the 'chicken or the egg' dilemma: does drinking lead to depression, or do people drink to cope with depression? The hosts explore the scientific reasons behind alcohol's initial feel-good effect and its subsequent role in exacerbating depressive episodes.
They candidly discuss their struggles with mental health, how alcohol played a part, and the steps they took towards recovery. In a world where reaching for a drink is often seen as the go-to solution for life's problems, Vic and Hamish challenge this norm by emphasising the importance of addressing underlying issues rather than masking them with alcohol.
They offer practical advice on managing mental health post-sobriety, like seeking professional help, scheduling social media usage, and engaging in activities that genuinely uplift the spirit. This episode is a raw yet hopeful conversation that underscores the power of self-awareness and the journey towards healing. So, how do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Tune in to find out.