Alcoholic says there are three categories ‘all drinkers fit in to’
Corey Warren believes that those who like a tipple fall into one of three camps
Warning: This article contains discussion of alcoholism which some readers may find distressing.
A man who managed to overcome his dependence on alcohol has told how he believes that those who like a tipple fall into one of three camps.
Corey Warren 'turned his pain into purpose' after finally knocking his drinking on the head after several stints in rehab, so he now helps others who are in the same boat.
He launched a non-profit organisation which helps those struggling with substance abuse, runs multiple businesses and is a doting husband, while also being a proud father to his two kids.
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As well as being a shining example of how people battling an addiction to booze can turn their lives around, the Michigan-born dad has a unique perspective on how complex this situation can be.
In Corey's eyes, it's not as cut and dry as some presume.
He's previously offered his insights on how you can tell if you've got a drinking problem, the signs that led to him realising it himself and how this issue impacts you financially.
Now, in another informative clip uploaded to his YouTube channel (@icoreywarren) last Friday (27 February), Corey has explained why he thinks that 'most people who drink alcohol' fit into one of three categories.
The recovering alcoholic and host of The Sober Boyz podcast shared a short video which detailed his thoughts on the main scenarios that those who enjoy a drink typically find themselves in.
Corey kicked off by discussing who he dubbed the 'everybody knows about it drinker', which is exactly what it says on the tin.
"This guy here knows he's got a problem, his family knows he's got a problem," he said, before adding, "But the good news is, because he knows that, he's most likely to ask for help."
Next up was the 'I'm not that bad drinker', which he seemed to suggest was more problematic.
According to Corey, this person probably only has some booze on the weekends or special occasions - but each and every time they do, they drink in excess.
The sobriety advocate explained that those in this category 'drink too much' rather than taking it easy and have likely 'gotten in trouble a couple of times' as a result of it.
"The issue here is that it's never become painful enough for him to want to change," Corey added.
Lastly, the podcaster discussed the 'most dangerous of them all' - which is the bleak description he offered of the 'everything looks fine drinker'.
Explaining why this sets alarm bells ringing for him, Corey said that on the surface, 'everything looks good'.
"This guy pays his bills, takes care of his responsibilities...but the problem here is that, because he'll never see it as a problem, he'll probably never change," he said.
"And he'll never know his life at full potential."
A host of people shared their own views on Corey's theory in the comments, and it appears as though a fair few social media users resonated with his video.
One person wrote: "I was number three. It came down to lose the alcohol or lose my family - l chose my family and grandkids...Sober three years on 7/3/26. Thank you Corey!!"
Another added: "Absolutely true. Painful incidents are necessary to provoke meaningful change."
A third wrote: "Fortunately I was number two. Been cutting down for two years, but now I have been sober since January."
And a fourth chimed in: "70 days clean today. Life’s good."
Please drink responsibly. If you want to discuss any issues relating to alcohol in confidence, contact Drinkline on 0300 123 1110, 9am–8pm weekdays and 11am–4pm weekends for advice and support.
Topics: Food And Drink, Health, YouTube, Lifestyle, Alcohol
Olivia Burke