In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks one of the most uncomfortable questions about alcohol — do we drink because we want to, or because everyone else does?
You’ll learn:
- Why social conformity and dopamine make group drinking feel so rewarding
- How alcohol becomes a stand-in for confidence, connection, and belonging
- Why ingredients like Ashwagandha and L-Tyrosine (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) can help reduce stress and boost motivation — without needing a buzz
- How to rebuild your social life, identity, and energy on your own terms
🎧 Tap play to explore the psychology of drinking — and what happens when you take peer pressure out of the picture.