The Role of Belief in Our Desire to Drink
We don’t drink because we need to — we drink because we believe it helps. When we stop trusting the illusion, our desire to drink disappears.
Understanding Alcohol
The basics they never taught us. Everything starts here—what alcohol really is, and why it matters more than we think.
Latest posts
Why Alcohol Is So Hard to Quit: Cunning, Baffling, and Powerful
Alcohol doesn’t just cause problems — it disguises them. It keeps us stuck with false relief, quiet repetition, and the illusion of control.
The Cycle of Drinking and Withdrawal
Most drinking patterns are built on subtle withdrawal loops. The mechanics behind alcohol’s most common cycle can be broken if we see it clearly.
No Labels, No Comparisons — Just the Truth
We don’t need a label to justify quitting. We don’t need a dramatic story to prove alcohol was dragging us down. If it was taking more than it gave, that’s enough.
The Alcohol Tolerance Trap
Alcohol tolerance builds quietly. We think we’re managing it while becoming more dependent on it. Needing more isn’t control, it's a trap.
If Alcohol Wasn't Diluted, No One Would Drink It
We’d never drink ethanol straight — but dress it up, dilute it, and normalize it, and suddenly it becomes part of daily life.
Why Quitting Alcohol Is So Hard: The Psychology of Cognitive Dissonance
Ever feel like you're fighting yourself? This post explores why quitting alcohol feels so hard—and how cognitive dissonance keeps us stuck.
The Myth of Willpower: Why It's Not Enough to Stop Drinking
Willpower alone doesn’t solve drinking. Here’s why it fails—and what you actually need to understand before real change can begin.
Why Alcohol Isn’t Just a Habit—and What That Really Means
Drinking isn’t just a habit—it’s a deeper loop involving emotion, chemistry, and unmet needs. Here’s why that matters.