This guide is designed to help reflect on results from the Know Alcohol Calculator and to have meaningful, supportive conversations about what those results might mean for our health, well-being, and daily life. It is intended for everyone: ourselves, our loved ones or for service providers who want to start a non-judgmental and open reflection or dialogue about alcohol consumption.

The goal is to approach these reflections with curiosity, care, and empathy, allowing us to explore our relationship with alcohol and its impact. We encourage an approach that focuses on self-reflection, without pressure or assumption. If you are seeking support services, a list of resources and self-assessment tools can be found on our Get Help page.

Quicklinks:

• Reflecting on Your Health
• Reflecting on Your Spending
• Reflecting on Your Caloric Intake
• Reflecting on Your Mental and Emotional Health
• Reflecting on Your Long-Term Health and Well-Being

The calculator results provide insights into your risk of illness, disease, and early death. These questions can help you explore the meaning behind those numbers and how they resonate with you personally.

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Use of alcohol can be a significant financial expense. The calculator shows how much money is being spent on alcohol over time. This can be a good opportunity to reflect on your spending.

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Alcohol contains a significant number of calories and these calories can add up. The calculator will show you how many calories you consume from alcohol. This can be an opportunity to think about your nutrition and overall health.

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In addition to the physical effects of alcohol, it’s important to reflect on how alcohol impacts mental and emotional well-being. The calculator may prompt you to think about the connection between alcohol and your mood, stress levels, or emotional state.

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Finally, it’s important to consider the long-term impact of alcohol consumption on your health. This section helps explore the bigger picture and the role alcohol plays in your life over time.

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The most important thing in reflecting on your alcohol consumption is to approach the process with kindness and self-compassion. These questions are meant to foster awareness and understanding, not guilt or shame. It’s okay to take your time with the process and to reflect in your own way.

Having a conversation about alcohol, whether with yourself or with a trusted friend, family member, or care provider, can be a powerful step toward better understanding and making informed decisions about your health. For more general information, visit our Alcohol’s Impacts page, or see our Tips for Drinking Less. For a list of support services, visit the Get Help page.