Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Why My 8-Year-Old Thinks She’ll Drink Wine
Why My 8-Year-Old Thinks She’ll Drink Wine
Why My 8-Year-Old Thinks She’ll Drink Wine
Wednesday 11th June 2025
Lee Davy explores how cultural norms impact kids' beliefs about alcohol, even in alcohol-free homes.
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Get the buttons here!The Unseen Influence: How Culture Shapes Our Kids' Views on Alcohol
Episode Overview
- Children absorb cultural messages about alcohol even in alcohol-free environments.
- Parents can model an alcohol-free lifestyle to influence their children positively.
- Global legislative changes aim to reduce underage drinking and smoking.
- Cultural norms subtly promote the acceptance of alcohol.
- Speaking up against alcohol culture can create change at home.
"The Liquid Lie slips through the cracks – TV, school, books, weddings, jokes."
In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy shares a poignant moment with his eight-year-old daughter, Zia, who casually mentions she plans to drink wine when she grows up. Despite living in an alcohol-free environment, Zia's comment reveals how deeply ingrained the cultural acceptance of alcohol is, even for those shielded from it.
Lee reflects on how the 'Liquid Lie' – the societal belief that drinking is a normal part of life – infiltrates through seemingly innocuous sources like TV shows, books, and social gatherings. Lee draws parallels between his childhood experiences and the present-day challenges of parenting in a culture where alcohol is subtly omnipresent. He highlights how children absorb these messages, despite parents' best efforts to shield them.
This episode isn't just about parenting; it's about recognising and confronting the pervasive influence of alcohol culture. Lee also discusses global efforts to curb underage drinking and smoking, noting promising legislative changes in countries like Greece and Spain. Yet, he emphasises that true change begins at home – at the dinner table and in everyday interactions. He urges parents and guardians to model an alcohol-free lifestyle, not just for their own children but for all young eyes watching.
Lee's call to action is simple: speak up and live loudly as proof that there is a different way to live. By choosing an alcohol-free path, you can influence not just your own family but others as well. He encourages listeners to reflect on where they first learned that drinking was normal and to consider how they might show up differently today.
So, if you're pondering how cultural norms shape our beliefs about alcohol, this episode offers valuable insights and a powerful message of hope.