How Malcolm Cut his Drinking by 75% with Sunnyside Med

What happens when someone discovers that medication, structure, and real support can work together? In this conversation, Malcolm shares how Sunnyside Med helped him go from drinking 15–20 drinks a day to a consistent 4–5 — a 75% reduction in just six weeks. He talks openly about grief, shame, emotional patterns, and why previous attempts at change didn’t stick. You’ll hear how naltrexone, community, coaching calls, and daily tracking gave him the tools he’d been missing for years. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of stopping and starting, Malcolm’s story shows what’s possible when biology and behavior are addressed together. If this story resonates, remember you're not alone. Sunnyside Med is a modern, science-backed program to help you drink less or quit through a personalized combination of medication, coaching, community, and more. Learn more at https://www.joinsunnysidemed.com. -- Listen to Journey to the Sunnyside Podcast: https://bit.ly/4bxCqT3 Subscribe to Sunnyside’s YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3zuoID4 CONNECT WITH SUNNYSIDE: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joinsunnyside/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joinsunnyside/ - Twitter: https://x.com/joinsunnyside - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joinsunnyside ABOUT SUNNYSIDE: Sunnyside is the #1 alcohol moderation app that helps you drink less without any shame, guilt, or pressure to quit. Optimize your alcohol habits to achieve benefits like sleeping better, losing weight, feeling more energy, and saving money. We know that an all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for everyone, so we focus on helping you set your own goals, celebrate small wins, and build a lasting system of accountability. As a result, 96.7% of our members see a big drop in their drinking after 90 days. Disclaimer: This podcast is not intended as medical advice, and the views of the guests may not represent the views of Sunnyside. If you’re concerned about your health or alcohol use, please consider seeking advice from a doctor.