Ep 48. The anxiety that comes with being a socially acceptable binge drinker, with Victoria Vanstone

Behind The Smile with Ash Butterss · Jun 18, 2023 · 1h 1m

In this week’s episode I’m chatting with author, podcaster and mum of three Victoria Vanstone. Vic grew up in the UK, in an environment where drinking and socialising went hand-in-hand. As a result, Vic developed an identity as “the party-girl,” and was forever surrounded by people who drank the same way she did. Vic continued drinking and partying into her thirties however the impact on her mental health was starting to take its toll. Crippled with anxiety and a looming sense of guilt and shame, she knew she needed to take a break from booze. On the day she quit drinking, Vic started writing…