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Welcome to The Truth About Alcohol. I’m Lee Davy.
This podcast is for people who know something about their drinking doesn’t quite add up — and want to understand why stopping can feel so much harder than it should.
No labels. No judgement. No “rock bottom” stories required.
We talk about what alcohol really does to the body, brain, and nervous system, why cravings and rituals are so persistent, and why willpower isn’t the issue most people think it is. You’ll hear calm, honest conversations that reduce shame, make the confusion make sense, and help you see your next step more clearly — whether you’re still drinking, trying to stop, or have stopped but don’t feel settled.
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m intelligent, capable, and functional… so why can’t I just stop?” you’re in the right place.
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Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
You’re not collapsing.
You’re not spiralling.
You’re not embarrassing yourself.
Everyone thinks you’re fine.
That’s the trap.
In this episode, we explore the most dangerous version of alcohol reliance — the high-functioning, socially acceptable, role-playing version that can last for decades without anyone questioning it.
The moment that matters isn’t in public.
It’s the ten seconds after the front door shuts.
Inside this episode:
• Why “fine” doesn’t mean healthy
• The fragmentation that looks like adaptability
• The private escapes no one sees
• The difference between functional and conscious
• Why the door-closing moment is the real signal
This isn’t about rock bottom.
It’s about invisibility.
You can look successful.
You can look stable.
You can look respected.
And still be disconnected from yourself.
Pause for a second:
When was the last time you were alone without a role to perform?
And what happened next?
If this felt familiar, the deeper work lives at The STRIVE Method.
No urgency.
Just somewhere to put the mask down.
If this episode resonated, please rate the show on Spotify or Apple. It helps this reach the high-functioning men who don’t realise they’re not fine yet.
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