From our years of experience at Matric Holiday locations all around South Africa, we have seen firsthand that the most serious incidents have generally been caused by excessive consumption of alcohol and other substances. Here are some commonly held myths that we'd like to bust for you before the celebrations begin.
Make sure you have your expectations straight heading into Matric Holiday Week. This could be the best week of your life, or the worst. The choice is yours!
Matric Holiday MythsMatric Holiday Myths
Let's get a couple of things straight...
01
MYTH: Alcohol gives you energy.
Nope. It’s a depressant. It slows down your ability to think, speak, move and do all that other stuff you like to do.
02
MYTH: Everybody reacts the same to alcohol.
Not even close. There are dozens of factors that affect reactions to alcohol – body weight, time of day, how you feel mentally, body chemistry, your expectations; the list goes on and on.
03
MYTH: A cold shower, a cup of coffee or a greasy meal will sober someone up.
Nothing sobers you up but time. With coffee, you’re simply a wide-awake drunk
04
MYTH: It is none of my business if a friend is drinking too much.
If you are a real friend, it is your business. You can’t make someone change, but you can be honest. Maybe they’ll listen.
05
MYTH: The worst thing that can happen is a raging hangover.
Alcohol poisoning is a very real and dangerous thing. If you drink too much too fast some serious damage can be done. Try pacing your alcohol consumption, eat food and drink plenty of water.
06
MYTH: Alcohol makes you more sexy.
The more you drink, the less you think. Alcohol may loosen you up and make someone more interested in sex, but it interferes with the body’s ability to perform. And then there’s pregnancy, AIDS, sexual assault, car crashes and worse to worry about. Not sexy at all.
07
MYTH: People who drink too much only hurt themselves.
Every person who drinks has a mother, grandfather, sister, aunty, best friend, boyfriend or girlfriend who worries about them.
08
MYTH: I will meet the person of my dreams on Matric Holiday.
Matric Holiday isn’t real life. A beach party and alcohol is not a likely foundation for you to build a long-term, meaningful relationship
Red Frog Hotline
Save us in your contacts to make the most of our Matric Holiday services or for help when you are in a bit of hot water.
060 733 3764 (060 RED FROG)
#Follow Us
