Lee Davy
Lee Davy
Why the Drive Home Is the Most Dangerous Part of Your Drinking Day
Why the Drive Home Is the Most Dangerous Part of Your Drinking Day
Why the Drive Home Is the Most Dangerous Part of Your Drinking Day
Wednesday 11th February 2026
Explore why the drive home is a risky time for drinking, with insights from Lee Davy on recognising body signals and breaking the cycle.
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Episode Overview
- The drive home is a vulnerable time for drinking due to unresolved stress.
- Alcohol often feels like relief rather than a choice after work.
- Recognising body signals can help break the cycle of post-work drinking.
- Common beliefs about alcohol as a reward are challenged.
- Understanding emotional exhaustion is key to changing drinking habits.
"You're not fighting temptation; you're responding to depletion."
What makes the drive home the most perilous part of your drinking day? In this eye-opening episode, Lee Davy uncovers the hidden risks that lie between work and home. You might think you're just on autopilot, cruising from one place to another, but your nervous system tells a different story. Work may be over, but your body remains tense, and the temptation of alcohol starts to feel like a much-needed relief rather than a choice.
Lee delves into the physiological and psychological reasons why this transition period can be so dangerous. As you move from the demands of work to the responsibilities at home, there's a gap where no one needs you—yet your nervous system is still in overdrive. It's in this gap that the thought of a drink creeps in, not as a treat, but as a way to end the day’s demands.
Through candid discussion, Lee challenges common beliefs about alcohol being a reward or a way to switch off. He highlights how phrases like "I deserve this pint" or "I need to switch off" are more about ending effort than enjoyment. This episode encourages you to pause and notice your body's signals, recognising that what feels like a craving is often just a response to exhaustion.
Lee’s honest and raw conversation provides a fresh perspective on why alcohol can seem like the only option during this vulnerable time. He suggests that recognising these feelings is the first step towards change, offering hope for those caught in this daily cycle. So next time you find yourself reaching for a drink after work, take a moment to ask yourself what's really going on beneath the surface.