My Unfiltered Thoughts on Alcohol and Some Changes I'm Making

Hey friends, welcome back to How It’s Really Going. Today, I’m walking and talking through a snowy morning here in southern Ontario (wish you could see it—it’s gorgeous!) and sharing my unfiltered thoughts about a topic that’s been weighing on me: alcohol.

From my “Fun Shana” days in my 20s to where I stand now in my mid-40s, I’m opening up about how my relationship with alcohol has changed, the shame spirals I sometimes experience, and the impact it has on my health, sleep, and overall well-being.

This isn’t about judgment—of myself or anyone else—but about reflection. I’m trying to figure out what role alcohol plays in my life, especially now that the Surgeon General has now stated there are no safe amounts and whether it’s time for a change. If you’ve ever questioned your own relationship with alcohol, this episode is for you.

Let’s talk about the societal pressures, the way our bodies change with age, and the balance between enjoying a glass of wine and feeling good about our choices.

I also touch on:

• How alcohol affects my ADHD brain (spoiler: it’s complicated).
• The trade-offs between relaxation and those dreaded hangovers.
• Setting an example for my kids when it comes to drinking.
• Why I’m experimenting with reducing alcohol, and what alternatives I’ve been trying (mocktails and Diet Coke, anyone?).

I’d love to hear from you—what’s your relationship with alcohol like? 

Are you in the “never again” camp, somewhere in the middle, or just trying to figure it out like me? 

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Links & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
👉 My Weighted Vest
👉 My Vibration Plate
👉 My Oura Ring