Have you ever heard of the term ‘beer goggles’? Well, turns out it’s just another tall tale! A recent study found that alcohol doesn’t actually make other people appear more attractive. Instead, it seems that alcohol works more like a confidence booster, giving us a dose of ‘liquid courage’ to approach others. Just like how having a few sips of liquid energy before a big rollercoaster ride makes you feel brave and fearless, alcohol has a similar effect on our social inhibitions. So, next time someone attributes their questionable choices to ‘beer goggles,’ you can kindly inform them that it’s all in their head. The study published in the Journal of… provides fascinating insights into the psychology behind alcohol-induced courage. If you’re interested in learning more about the science behind alcohol’s social effects, be sure to check out the full article!
