Hannah Betts, a writer for The Times, reflects on her ten years of sobriety and her father's battle with alcohol addiction. She explores the societal obsession with drinking, sharing personal anecdotes that reveal the chaos and allure of alcohol culture. Hannah's journey highlights the profound challenges of staying sober amid grief, especially during her mother's cancer diagnosis. She discusses the duality of alcohol's appeal and the road to recovery, culminating in a celebration of milestones and the importance of social acceptance in a sober life.