Sunday May 12, 2024

Rethinking the Mom Wine Culture w/Molly Gorney

Today, we're tackling a topic that's been buzzing lately: our relationship with alcohol.

Join Laura and Megan with special guest Molly Gorney, mom of three and current graduate student in social work with a focus on becoming a therapist offering innovative modalities. Laura kicks off the conversation, pondering why our society is so fixated on alcohol and what living alcohol-free looks like. More importantly how we are targeted with mommy wine culture. Disclaimer: They're not experts, just two moms having a candid chat.

Molly shares her journey of deciding to go alcohol-free 3.5 years ago, shedding light on the catalyst for her decision and daily life before the realization hit. Laura delves into what sobriety looks like in today's world and the support needed from family and friends, while Megan explores how friendships may shift after giving up alcohol.

They dissect the gray area between social drinking and dependency, touching on America's alcohol-centric culture and the rise of the alcohol-free movement. From dry bars to mocktails, they explore alternatives to traditional drinking.

Laura reflects on her own relationship with alcohol and revelations from a Mel Robbins podcast, where Dr. Sarah Wakeman emphasizes the risks associated with alcohol consumption. Molly shares how sobriety impacted her professionally, wrapping up with where you can find her.

So whether you're sober-curious, reevaluating your relationship with alcohol, or just in need of some mom-to-mom banter, tune in to this episode of Suburban Burnout. Cheers to a new perspective on life, laughter, and motherhood!

 

Molly's Contact information for questions or guidance: molly.k.gorney@gmail.com 
 
Favorite Books/Books Referenced
 
Favorite Community Groups/Groups Mentioned
The Luckiest Club 
 
Alcoholic Anonymous Intergroup for Online Meetings free meetings anytime/anywhere, completely anonymously,  

 

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