Rethinking Alcohol
Anna Donaghey talks about into the emotional landscape of launching a book and the cultural nuances of alcohol consumption. Anna shares her transformative journey of giving up alcohol, highlighting the societal impact of drinking culture and her mission to help others rethink their relationship with alcohol.
Anna reflects on her past, where alcohol was a constant companion, and discusses the societal norms that often mask the deeper issues associated with drinking. She emphasises the importance of questioning our habits and the cultural acceptance of alcohol as a social lubricant.
The discussion touches on the significance of community spaces, like pubs and coffee shops, as centers of social interaction. Anna advocates for a shift in how these spaces can support personal growth and connection without relying on alcohol.
Anna's story is a testament to the power of personal transformation and the courage to question societal norms. Her work encourages others to explore their own relationships with alcohol and embrace change as a path to authenticity.
Bio
Anna Donaghey is a writer, coach, and host of the acclaimed podcast The Big Drink Rethink. A former advertising strategist, she brings insight, empathy, and humour to conversations about alcohol, identity, and intentional living. After quitting drinking after years of addiction, Anna set out to explore why so many capable, successful lives feel oddly undernourished, and how we reach for substitutes like alcohol when something deeper is missing.
In her debut book, ‘What Are You Thirsty For? Rethinking Alcohol and The Life You Want’, Anna invites readers to get curious, explore their relationship with alcohol, reconnect with themselves, and create a life that nourishes them in genuine ways.
Buy Anna’s book - ‘What Are You Thirsty For? Rethinking Alcohol and The Life You Want’
Amazon: https://amzn.to/47agUn2
Waterstones: https://www.waterstones.com/book/what-are-you-thirsty-for/anna-donaghey/9781915780607
Website: thebigdrinkrethink.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey
Instagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethink