# The real reason I got sober-curious

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Podcast: [too much.](https://stenobird.com/podcast/too-much-7181927)
Published: 2026-06-16T07:00:00+00:00
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She loves a filthy martini. She loves a good story. She loves a night that accidentally turns into sunrise. So why is Emma really suddenly questioning alcohol? In this week's episode, Emma gets brutally honest about her relationship with drinking — from high school woods parties and New York City nightlife to finding every reason under the sun to celebrate over a cocktail, she has finally come to the realization that not every habit that feels good is helping you become who you want to be. This isn't an episode about rock bottom. It's about the moment you realize your dreams are starting to cost more than just a hangover. Emma goes down the rabbit hole about the uncomfortable question that changed everything: Are you choosing temporary dopamine over your permanent potential? If you've been feeling tired, uninspired, stuck, or like you're somehow getting in your own way, this conversation might hit closer to home than you expect. Because sometimes the problem isn't that something is ruining your life. It's that it's quietly keeping you from building the one you actually want. EPISODE SPONSORS: Go to Quince.com/TOOMUCH for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.com/toomuch Find furniture, decor, and essentials that fit your unique style and budget. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Visit OneSkin.co/toomuch for 15% with code toomuch Ready to reach your goals? Visit forhers.com/toomuch to get personalized, affordable care that gets you. Get 15% off all orders with code TOOMUCH at Schedule35.co For collaborations and opportunities, email: partnerships@toomuchpod.com ⁠Shop the merch⁠⁠ !! Follow Too Much: ⁠⁠IG⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Follow Emma: ⁠⁠IG⁠⁠ ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Want to submit a story or a…

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