Lawyerist Podcast #533: The Alcohol Experiment, with Annie Grace, Revisited
Nov 28, 2024
Annie Grace, author of 'This Naked Mind' and 'The Alcohol Experiment,' shares her journey to mindful drinking and sobriety. She discusses the harms of the legal profession's drinking culture and offers insights on navigating social gatherings without alcohol. Annie debunks common myths about alcohol, encouraging listeners to reassess their drinking habits. The conversation highlights the importance of mindfulness, explores non-alcoholic alternatives, and emphasizes the psychological complexities of moderation versus abstinence.
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Distrusting Non-Drinkers
- Annie Grace mentions not trusting people who didn't drink earlier in her career.
- She realized this was absurd, comparing it to distrusting someone for not eating mayonnaise.
Etiquette for Drinkers
- Don't make not drinking a big deal; treat it like any other beverage choice.
- Avoid questioning people's decision not to drink and making them explain themselves.
London Business Trip
- On a business trip, Annie was aggressively questioned about not drinking.
- Her coworker asked if she was pregnant or sick when she declined alcohol.
