Is alcohol truly harmless — or just widely accepted?

In Episode 245 of The Rosie & Roula Show, we dive into drinking culture, alcohol habits, and addiction, sparked by a real-life situation during flooding in Australia where people were asking one question: “Is the bottle shop open?”

We explore:

Why alcohol is so normalised in modern society

The truth behind “just one glass of wine” culture

Emotional coping, addiction, and daily drinking habits

Cultural differences in alcohol use

Why younger generations may be drinking less

The impact of alcohol on sleep, health, and mental wellbeing

Roula also references our previous episode about “meeting for a glass of wine” and questions whether this widely accepted habit is actually harmful.

💡 Key Takeaways:

Alcohol is often used to cope, numb, or escape

Even moderate drinking may impact health and sleep

What’s considered “normal” may not be healthy

Awareness is the first step to change your habits

🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself:

Is alcohol truly harmless — or just widely accepted?

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