Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 79: Alcohol and Relaxing | What Really Happens
RE 79: Alcohol and Relaxing | What Really Happens
RE 79: Alcohol and Relaxing | What Really Happens
Monday 22nd August 2016
Uncover the myth of alcohol as a relaxant in Recovery Elevator. Hear Randy's story and learn how alcohol truly affects your brain.
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking Relaxation: Alcohol's True Impact on Your Brain
We've been conditioned to believe that alcohol is relaxing. So alcohol doesn't actually relax you, as in relieve stress, allow you to be fully in the moment and feel like your body weighs literally nothing.
Picture this: a sun-soaked beach, a cold beer in hand, and the promise of relaxation. But what if everything you’ve been told about alcohol's calming effects is actually a myth? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen sit down with Randy, who’s 124 days sober, to uncover the real story behind alcohol and relaxation. Randy shares his personal journey to sobriety, shedding light on the surprising ways alcohol affects our brains and bodies.
Spoiler alert: it’s not as soothing as you might think. Alcohol messes with two key neurotransmitters—Glutamate and GABA. While Glutamate is crucial for learning and memory, alcohol slows its production to a crawl. On the flip side, GABA, which reduces brain activity, gets a boost from booze. This double whammy starts with your first drink and lingers long after you’ve stopped. So, is that glass of wine really helping you unwind?
This episode also dives into the importance of accountability in maintaining an alcohol-free life. If you're curious about how to live healthier and happier without alcohol, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to challenge what you think you know about alcohol and discover a new path to true relaxation.