In this Christmas Day episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the psychology and biology behind why today hits differently — from nostalgia and rituals to stress release, memory wiring, and why drinking patterns shift so easily on December 25th.
You’ll learn:
• Why Christmas amplifies emotions, both positive and bittersweet
• How rituals, scents, food, and music activate deep memory pathways
• Why your mood (and cravings) feel less predictable on this day
• How holiday toasts take on emotional meaning — not just social meaning
• The role of stress hormones and why slowing down intensifies feelings
• How ingredients in Daily Restore (like NAC + B1) support balance on emotionally charged days
Plus — a warm, intentional Christmas message woven directly into the episode.
🎧 Tap play and explore why Christmas changes everything — and why your mind and body respond to this day in ways you may never have noticed before.
What is The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9?
The Alcohol Reset is a science-backed podcast designed to help you reset your habits, health, and relationship with alcohol. Hosted by best-selling author Mike Hardenbrook, each bite-sized episode explores neuroscience, nutrition, and habit formation, delivering practical strategies to help you drink less, sleep better, reduce cravings, and optimize your well-being—without judgment or extremes. It’s time for a reset.