In this thought-provoking episode of Living Your Best Life, Suzanne Wachtel, LCSW, takes an honest look at alcohol—its role in our social lives, its potential benefits, and the hidden costs we often overlook. From celebratory toasts to weekend gatherings, alcohol is woven into many social rituals, but where is the line between casual enjoyment and problematic use? Suzanne unpacks how alcohol impacts mental health, relationships, and self-image, and offers practical questions you can ask yourself to better understand your own relationship with drinking. Whether you’re sober-curious, considering cutting back, or simply want to be more mindful, this episode provides compassionate insight and tools to help you make empowered choices.
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Reflection Questions:
How does alcohol typically show up in your social life, and how do you feel about that role?
Have you ever questioned whether your drinking habits align with your health, values, or goals?
What alternative ways could you connect socially that don’t involve alcohol?
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