Is Decision Fatigue Making It Harder to Cut Back on Alcohol?

11/03/2025 10 min Episodio 7
Is Decision Fatigue Making It Harder to Cut Back on Alcohol?

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Ever start the day feeling strong, only to cave by evening? Decision fatigue might be the culprit.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down:Why your brain’s fuel (glucose) depletes throughout the day, making self-control harderHow alcohol hijacks decision-making, making that “one drink” harder to resistThe paradox of choice—why too many options wear you downHow cravings intensify when mental energy is lowPractical strategies to reduce decision fatigue and make cutting back easier🎧 Tune in now to learn why resisting alcohol isn’t about willpower—it’s about understanding how your brain actually works.