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#82: Why Does It Seem Like Everybody Drinks?
#82: Why Does It Seem Like Everybody Drinks?
#82: Why Does It Seem Like Everybody Drinks?
Friday 10th May 2024
Feel like you're the only one not drinking? Discover surprising stats and stories that reveal a different reality.
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Episode Overview
- 38% of Americans don't drink at all.
- Many people choose not to drink simply because they have no desire to.
- Society's portrayal of alcohol can skew our perception.
- Being open about your sobriety can help you find non-drinking friends.
- Challenge old beliefs about drinking and start noticing non-drinkers around you.
I told her she was the first person I met who didn't drink simply because they chose not to. She looked at me and said, 'I think you need to get out more'.
Ever feel like you're the only one not drinking in a world that seems obsessed with alcohol? This episode of The Sober and Happy Podcast tackles that very misconception. Host Tim Phillips, with over a decade of sobriety under his belt, shares his journey from rehab to self-discovery, revealing that a surprising number of people choose not to drink. Tim dives into the stats - did you know 38% of Americans don't drink at all?
And many simply have no desire to! He explores how society's portrayal of alcohol can skew our perception, making us feel like outcasts when we're not. Tim recounts his eye-opening experiences, like meeting a woman who just didn't like drinking and a boss who never touched a drop because he didn't see the appeal. These revelations changed his view of the world, helping him notice the many people around him who also abstain.
Tim offers practical advice on finding non-drinking friends and socialising without alcohol, suggesting places like recovery groups, spiritual communities, and health-focused activities. He encourages you to be open about your sobriety and to challenge old beliefs about drinking. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and surprising facts that might just change how you see your social landscape. Ready to see the world differently? Give this episode a listen and start noticing the non-drinkers around you!