Gill discusses romanticizing alcohol. You’ll learn why we selectively remember the positive memories of our drinking, why the negative memories fade away, and how this can lead us to drink again. She found a very cool study to tell you about too, that looked at how quickly negative memories fade for moderate drinkers versus heavy drinkers. And if you struggle with romanticizing alcohol, then she provides some tips at the end of this episode for dealing with these thoughts.
What to listen to next:
E25: Staying Sober During the Holidays
E28: Is it a Bad Habit or a Problem?
E32: A Conversation with my Husband
E61: How Alcohol Memories are Triggered in Sobriety
E62: Dopamine and Addiction
Videos:
Romanticizing Alcohol?
Should You Drink on Christmas and NYE?
How to Stay Sober During the Holidays
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