Sober Curious: Why I Stopped Drinking (and What Alcohol Really Does)

About this episode

Maci Jones discusses her personal journey of sobriety and the effects of alcohol on health.

Alcohol is everywhere in our 20s—from celebrations to coping to socializing. But what happens when you step away from it? In today’s episode, I'm not shaming anyone for drinking or trying to convince you to stop. I'm just breaking down what alcohol actually does to your brain, gut microbiome, metabolism, hormones, and mental health. I also go into my personal journey of choosing sobriety and what I’ve noticed after two years being alcohol-free. Whether you’re doing Dry January, questioning your relationship with alcohol, or just want to drink more mindfully, this episode gives you the knowledge to make informed choices without shame or pressure!

People in this episode

Host: Maci Jones

Topics covered

• sobriety
• alcohol effects
• mental health
• gut microbiome
• personal journey
• mindful drinking

Keywords

• sober curious
• alcohol
• mental health
• gut microbiome
• sobriety journey
• Dry January
• mindful drinking

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