Alcohol and Awareness
Helen reflects on her past as a functioning alcoholic, highlighting the difference between appearing to have it all and the underlying struggles. Benoit emphasizes the cultural differences in drinking habits and the importance of understanding one's motivations for drinking. Both agree that addictions, whether to alcohol or food, often signal deeper issues that warrant self-examination.In this clip
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#153. The Art of Living Your Dream - Helen Shephard
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I'm also afraid that if I cut back on drinking, I'll stop going out, meeting girls, and become a homebody. How can I navigate these concerns while working on my drinking habits?
I've been reflecting on my drinking habits after a night out where I had way too much to drink. I also realized I didn't interact with any girls in a sexy way, which is a strange metric but highlights my focus. I talked about my startup, which indicates where my head was at. I want to stop drinking so much when I let loose, as it's not only unhealthy for my body but also raises deeper concerns about why I drink so much when I go out.
Could my drinking be a way to soothe my nervousness around people? I notice my fidgeting and a desire for spikes in energy, possibly tied to my interests in coffee and action-packed shows. I fear that changing my behavior might make me more focused, and since I struggle to stay focused in front of people, I worry I'll be alone and left with only my achievements, which might reflect a self-limiting belief.