Alcohol and Confidence: Is Alcohol Part of Your Identity?
Maybe a drink helps you feel outgoing. But what if the confidence you’re giving credit to alcohol for… is actually coming from you?
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Maybe a drink helps you feel outgoing. But what if the confidence you’re giving credit to alcohol for… is actually coming from you?
If you’ve been trying to cut back but still find yourself pouring that glass of wine after a long day at work, you’re not alone. That tension is called cognitive dissonance.
Mindful drinking plateaus feel frustrating. You may question your motivation, feel bored, or wonder if you should throw in the towel. But a plateau doesn’t mean you have failed.
Regret after drinking isn’t just about the alcohol. It reflects an internal tug-of-war between different parts of you. Understanding this tension can help you change it.
There’s real neuroscience behind feeling guilty after drinking, and once you understand it, you can start to change things.
What we expect alcohol to do is often simply conditioning. Let’s explore small shifts to relax without alcohol without going cold turkey.
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About Sunnyside
Sunnyside is a system for creating a more mindful approach to drinking to help you reach your goals. Our members are seeing major benefits, including a 30% average reduction in weekly drinks, improved sleep, a healthier diet, money saved, and an overall improved sense of well-being.
Sunnyside is not designed to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD). For resources related to AUD, including how to get support, please visit the NIH website. We’ve also partnered with Moderation Management, a non-profit dedicated to reducing the harm caused by the misuse of alcohol.
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Sunnyside is a system for creating a more mindful approach to drinking to help you reach your goals. Our members are seeing major benefits, including a 30% average reduction in weekly drinks, improved sleep, a healthier diet, money saved, and an overall improved sense of well-being.
Sunnyside is not designed to treat alcohol use disorder (AUD). For resources related to AUD, including how to get support, please visit the NIH website. We’ve also partnered with Moderation Management, a non-profit dedicated to reducing the harm caused by the misuse of alcohol.