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Breaking the Cycle: Alcohol and Emotional Resilience
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Do you ever find yourself reaching for a drink after a tough day, hoping to unwind—but somehow feeling even more drained the next morning? You’re not alone.
In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the surprising link between alcohol and emotional resilience—and what’s really happening in your brain and body when you rely on a drink to cope with stress:
- How alcohol quietly weakens your ability to bounce back from stress
- Why drinking can make emotions feel more intense, not less
- The hidden cost of “numbing out” with alcohol—especially on your sleep and mood
- Science-backed strategies to strengthen emotional resilience (without relying on willpower)
- Subtle ways to support your stress system with nutrition—like L-Theanine and Vitamin B6
🎧 Hit play to explore how alcohol impacts your emotional health—and how to take back your calm without cutting everything out.
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