Ever feel like stress sends you straight to the fridge for a drink? You’re not alone — and it’s not about willpower. It’s brain wiring.
In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the real science behind why stress makes us crave alcohol — and how to break the cycle without going full monk mode.
You’ll learn:
- What cortisol and GABA have to do with stress drinking
- Why that post-drink “relief” often backfires the next day
- How L-Theanine and Vitamin B6 can support your nervous system
- Easy strategies to pause the craving and reset your routine
- Smart swaps to help you ride out a stressful moment without pouring a drink
🎧 Hit play to find out why you reach for the bottle when you’re overwhelmed — and how to find calm without the crash.
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.