The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks one of the most uncomfortable questions about alcohol — do we drink because we want to, or because everyone else does?

You’ll learn:
  •   Why social conformity and dopamine make group drinking feel so rewarding
  •   How alcohol becomes a stand-in for confidence, connection, and belonging
  •   Why ingredients like Ashwagandha and L-Tyrosine (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) can help reduce stress and boost motivation — without needing a buzz
  •   How to rebuild your social life, identity, and energy on your own terms
🎧 Tap play to explore the psychology of drinking — and what happens when you take peer pressure out of the picture.

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.