OM DENNE EPISODE
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In this episode of Forging Forward, we take an honest look at Dry January and what actually happens when you take a break from alcohol. We talk through the real changes people notice in sleep, anxiety, mood, energy, and focus, along with the psychological shifts that often show up once alcohol is out of the picture.
This is not about shaming drinking or pushing total abstinence. It is about paying attention. We explore who Dry January tends to help most, where it can feel harder than expected, and how a short reset can reveal patterns around stress, coping, and emotional regulation.
If you have ever wondered whether alcohol is truly helping you unwind or quietly working against your mental health, this episode offers a grounded place to reflect and decide what makes sense for you moving forward.
About the Hosts:
Adam Thorne
Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965
Andy Kemp
Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276
