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13 Months Sober (2025)

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  1. jppope · · focus · HN ↗
    Probably the most interesting concept in there was how the author admits that Alcohol was a "net-positive" in life. Which adds a whole different flavor to the article. The decision to stop drinking alcohol takes a different meaning when a person can be intellectually honest about the situation.

    I'm personally interested in society's relationship with alcohol now. There has been a huge change over the last decade and I don't think anyone fully understands it. Alcohol consumption is down from what I understand, but so is ALL risk-seeking behavior - which can include things like pursuing romantic relationships and starting businesses. Meanwhile there is a massive downturn in psychological well being.

    Does anyone have any unbiased studies on this phenomenon? Has there been a more thorough investigation on the matter?

    1. saulpw · · focus · HN ↗
      Seems plain enough to me, we don't feel safe so we aren't taking risks. And we don't feel good because we don't feel safe.
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