Molly Watts
Molly Watts, Author & Coach
Generational Differences in Alcohol Consumption
Generational Differences in Alcohol Consumption
Generational Differences in Alcohol Consumption
Monday 3rd February 2025
Explore how drinking habits have evolved across generations, from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, and learn how these shifts can help you rethink your relationship with alcohol.
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Molly Watts
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Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Drinking habits have evolved significantly across generations.
- Younger generations are more focused on health and wellness.
- Financial considerations impact alcohol consumption among Millennials and Gen Z.
- The Sober Curious movement is gaining traction.
- Non-alcoholic beverages are becoming more popular and innovative.
Younger generations are embracing mindfulness over mindlessness when it comes to drinking.
Molly Watts takes you on a journey through time in this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast. She dives into how drinking habits have evolved across generations, from the Baby Boomers who saw alcohol as a symbol of success, to Millennials and Gen Z who prioritise mindfulness and wellness. Molly draws from her personal experiences with family alcohol abuse and her own path to becoming an alcohol minimalist.
She examines societal and cultural shifts, such as the normalisation of after-work happy hours and weekend benders for older generations, and the mindful drinking movement embraced by younger adults. You'll hear about the influence of health and wellness trends, financial considerations, and the rise of the Sober Curious movement. Molly also discusses the growing popularity of non-alcoholic beverages and how they are reshaping social norms around drinking.
This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol. Whether you're trying to drink less or simply curious about the changing drinking trends, this episode has something for you. Tune in to understand how generational shifts are influencing drinking habits and what you can learn from them.