The hottest Alcoholism Substack posts right now

The author celebrates 15 years of sobriety, showing that it's never too late to make a positive change in life.
Alcoholism can lead to destructive behaviors, but seeking help and making a change is possible.
Reflecting on the past can help in moving forward and making better choices for the future.

Two different personal essays received contrasting reactions in the comments section.
Feedback can vary greatly depending on the platform and the topic being discussed.
It's important to be mindful of the impact of our comments when engaging with others' vulnerable work online.

In some tech communities, there's a concept called 'No True Scotsman' fallacy where group definitions get reshaped to exclude counterexamples.
Humor in tech, especially when joking about expertise, can inadvertently lead to gatekeeping and exclusion, promoting dogmatism and fragmentation.
Tech choices should not define our worth or belonging - divisive jokes can lead to isolated communities that hinder growth and acceptance.

Denying oneself sensuous pleasure can lead to a richer, more fulfilling life.
Legislating morality can have unintended consequences and limit true moral choices.
Sensuous pleasure can be a barrier to spirituality and true fulfillment.

Be aware of your alcohol consumption and potential risks. Check if you are exceeding the recommended limits.
Understand the distinction between risky drinking habits and alcohol dependence.
Seek help or support if you feel you may have issues with alcohol consumption. Services like Alcool Info Service can offer assistance.

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Businessman Arthur Lewis Pointing profited from deceit by selling fake products like 'A. D. Invisible Elevators' that falsely claimed to increase height.
Pointing's 'Antidipso' product preyed on the families of alcoholics, offering false hope and claiming to cure alcoholism with covert powders for the drinker's coffee.
The scandalous nature of Antidipso, revealed through deceptive marketing and ineffective ingredients, eventually led to Pointing's downfall, highlighting the unethical nature of profiting from deceit.