Debunking Six of the Most Common Myths About Drinking
Correcting some of the nonsense that popular culture might have led you to believe.
Since I got sober, almost four years ago, I’ve noticed that I’m not the only one who held daft ideas about what alcohol does.
In fact, the media is riddled with these enticing and damaging falsehoods. You might find that some of them live inside you too. So belt up, here are six of the flimsiest lies about booze.
You are more yourself when you drink.
This is the notion that gets you into all the trouble. The idea that the lively, happy you is the real one. I’m so sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but it’s bollocks! You are the one who wants/needs/loves the drink. And if you keep using booze, you might never discover what actually makes you feel lively and happy. What a waste!
Also, did you know that you don’t have to be lively and happy to deserve to be around people? If your friends are really your friends, they don’t require…
