The Alcohol Reset by Cloud9

What really happens when your drinking habits shift — whether you’re cutting back, drinking more, or trying to find a middle ground?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down what actually changes inside your body and brain when your drinking pattern does. You’ll learn:Why your sleep, emotions, and focus feel different when you drink more or lessHow your brain chemistry and liver adjust during “recalibration mode”Why cutting back can feel worse before it feels better (and why that’s a good sign)The real science behind why your body reacts faster than your mind when habits shiftPlus, Mike shares how key nutrients like N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) and Vitamin B1 (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) support your liver, energy, and brain clarity while you adapt — helping your system recover smarter, not harder.🎧 Tap play to understand what your body’s been trying to tell you — and how to make every phase of change feel a little easier.

Ever notice you get sick more often after a night out?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how alcohol quietly weakens your immune system — even if you’re not drinking heavily. From disrupting gut health to draining your antioxidants, alcohol impacts far more than your hangovers.You’ll learn: 🧬 How alcohol affects your immune cells and inflammation levels 🥱 Why you might feel tired, sluggish, or “off” after drinking 💪 How your gut health and liver work together to protect your immunity 💊 The science behind ingredients like N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) and Vitamin B12, found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore, that help your body recover and rebuild balance🎧 Tap play to uncover how alcohol affects your immune defense — and how to keep your system strong while still enjoying life on your terms.

Is a little really harmless?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the newest research challenging the idea of “safe” or “moderate” drinking — and what mild alcohol use actually does to your brain and body over time.You’ll learn: 🍷 What the latest studies say about “no safe level” of alcohol 🧠 How even small amounts impact sleep, mood, hormones, and long-term health 🔥 Why the myth of “a glass of wine a day” is finally being debunked 💊 How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and Vitamin B12 — found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — can help support energy, mood, and recovery as you cut back🎧 Tap play to hear what the science really says about mild drinking — and how to protect your health while still living your life on your terms.

Ever feel like your drinking habits are “fine” — because they’re small?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the psychology and science of micro-habits around alcohol — the ones that seem harmless but quietly shape your energy, focus, and mood over time.You’ll learn: 🍷 Why those nightly or “occasional” drinks influence your brain and sleep more than you think 🧠 How tiny routines — not binge nights — are what really build dependence 🌿 The science behind how your body adjusts (and what to do about it) 💊 How ingredients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) — found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — can help replenish focus, energy, and detox pathways while you build better habits🎧 Tap play to explore how small choices around alcohol add up — and how to take back control, one mindful moment at a time.

Ever wonder what that “one more drink” really costs?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the science and psychology behind the most common phrase in drinking culture — “just one more.”You’ll learn: 🍷 How even one extra drink affects your sleep, hormones, and focus the next day 🧠 Why your brain keeps rewarding that decision (and how to retrain it) 💤 The real connection between alcohol, stress, and recovery 🌿 How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) — both found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — help your body bounce back, restore energy, and support mental clarity after drinking🎧 Tap play to learn how that “one more” adds up — and how to start choosing balance without losing the fun.

When did your “normal” drinking start to feel… not so normal anymore?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives deep into that subtle but powerful shift — the moment when alcohol stops feeling like a treat and starts feeling like a habit.You’ll learn: 🥂 Why “normal drinking” slowly creeps into dependency without you realizing it 🧠 How tolerance, stress, and sleep disruption make even a few drinks hit harder 💬 Why media and culture keep moving the goalpost on what “moderation” means 🌿 How nutrients like Vitamin B1 (Benfotiamine) and N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) — both found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore — support mental clarity, detox, and balance for anyone drinking less or recovering smarter🎧 Tap play to explore how “normal” drinking quietly became too much — and how you can redefine balance on your own terms.

Why do we say we’re “letting loose” when what we’re really doing is trying to escape?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores the psychology behind our favorite drinking phrase — and why society has turned “escape” into something we disguise as “fun.”You’ll learn: How “letting loose” became our modern code word for stress relief What’s happening in your brain when you drink to unwind — and why the calm never lasts The difference between healthy release and emotional numbing How ingredients like L-Theanine and Ashwagandha (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) help you relax, balance mood, and actually let go without losing control 🎧 Tap play to discover what “letting loose” really means — and how to find freedom without the hangover.

When did your “normal” drinking start to feel… not so normal?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how casual, everyday drinking quietly evolves from a harmless ritual into something that leaves you foggy, anxious, and wondering what changed.You’ll learn:  How habit loops and tolerance make “just one” feel necessary  Why emotional numbing happens long before addiction ever does  The turning point when alcohol stops helping and starts hijacking your calm  How ingredients like NAC and Vitamin B1 (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) support clarity, detox, and recovery from the subtle toll of daily drinks🎧 Tap play to explore when “normal” became too much — and how to take back your energy, focus, and peace one night at a time.

In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks one of the most uncomfortable questions about alcohol — do we drink because we want to, or because everyone else does?You’ll learn:  Why social conformity and dopamine make group drinking feel so rewarding  How alcohol becomes a stand-in for confidence, connection, and belonging  Why ingredients like Ashwagandha and L-Tyrosine (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) can help reduce stress and boost motivation — without needing a buzz  How to rebuild your social life, identity, and energy on your own terms🎧 Tap play to explore the psychology of drinking — and what happens when you take peer pressure out of the picture.

🎧 How many memories, moments, or opportunities have slipped by while you were drinking?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook dives into the quiet cost of alcohol — the birthdays half-remembered, the mornings lost to hangovers, and the life experiences dulled by the buzz.You’ll learn:  How alcohol interferes with memory formation and emotional depth  Why drinking can make you “present” in the moment but absent from your memories  The hidden impact of alcohol on creativity, relationships, and focus  How nutrients like NAC and Vitamin B12 (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) can help restore clarity, energy, and brain health — especially if you’re drinking less🎧 Tap play to uncover what alcohol might be quietly taking — and how to get your energy, focus, and real moments back.

🎧 Ever notice how the busier life gets, the easier it is to justify that nightly drink?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook explores the “I deserve a drink” trap — how stress, burnout, and modern hustle culture quietly rewire your brain to crave alcohol, and why the relief it brings is only temporary.You’ll learn:  How stress hormones and dopamine cycles make you reach for a drink after long days  Why constant busyness creates the illusion that alcohol = rest  The science behind decision fatigue and late-night willpower crashes  How ingredients like L-Tyrosine and Ashwagandha (found in Cloud9’s Daily Restore) can help stabilize mood, focus, and stress — without the hangover🎧 Tap play to learn why your brain links “busy” with “boozy” — and how to reclaim real relaxation that actually restores you.

🎧 Ever wonder why airports make it feel totally normal to order a mimosa at 7AM?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down the psychology, biology, and culture behind the airport drinking phenomenon, including: Why airports feel “outside of time” — and how that tricks your brain  How stress, social proof, and clever marketing push early cocktails  Why alcohol hits harder when you’re flying (think dehydration + low oxygen)  Simple travel hacks to avoid groggy first-day hangovers  How ingredients like Vitamin B1 and NAC (found in Daily Restore) can support energy, focus, and recovery when airports tempt you into day drinking🎧 Tap play to learn why the 7AM Bloody Mary feels normal at the terminal — and how to start your trip smarter, healthier, and still fun.

🎧 A glass of wine to help you sleep? It’s an old idea — and one that still lingers in culture, medicine, and even casual advice. But here’s the truth: the “nightcap” might help you fall asleep faster, but it actually wrecks your sleep quality.In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the history and science behind the so-called nightcap, including:Where the term “nightcap” came from and why it stuckWhat alcohol really does to your sleep cycles (hint: it steals REM)How stress hormones and midnight wakeups are tied to drinking before bedWhy modern science says alcohol-free sleep is always betterSmarter alternatives to wind down at night, including nutrients like Magnesium Glycinate and 5-HTP (found in Cloud9’s Rise & Unwind PM) that support real, restorative rest🎧 Tap play now to learn why the “nightcap” is more myth than medicine — and how to reclaim deep, quality sleep without relying on alcohol.

🎧 Why do some people get funnier, sleepier, or more social after a few drinks — while others get angry, loud, or even aggressive?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook unpacks the science behind alcohol and aggression, including:How alcohol lowers inhibitions and weakens impulse controlWhy brain chemistry, hormones, and even stress levels can fuel aggression after drinkingThe role of environment and triggers (like bars, crowds, or stress) in shaping reactionsWhy certain types of alcohol may make aggression more likelyHow nutrients like Vitamin B1 and Ashwagandha (found in Daily Restore) can support mood balance and stress resilience🎧 Tap play now to learn why alcohol doesn’t affect everyone the same way — and how to keep drinking from becoming the spark that lights unnecessary conflict.

🎧 Why does alcohol sometimes wipe your memory clean — while also making you relive embarrassing flashbacks on repeat?In this episode, Mike Hardenbrook breaks down how alcohol rewires your brain’s memory system, including:Why blackouts happen (and why you might not remember anything)The science behind “hangxiety flashbacks” the morning afterHow alcohol disrupts the hippocampus and over-activates emotional memoryWhat repeated blackouts can do to long-term brain healthNutrients like Vitamin B1 and NAC (found in Daily Restore) that support mental clarity and recovery🎧 Tap play now to learn why alcohol makes you forget… and remember too much — and what you can do to protect your brain.