How I quit alcohol

Nov 09 2024 255 ep. 50 mins 81
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Are you sick of feeling controlled by alcohol?Do you want to drink less?Do you wake up after a night of drinking feeling anxious and full of regret?I've been there and want to help you. In this podcast I will be talking with ex-binge drinkers, alcoholics in recovery, drug and and alcohol counsellors and people that have good stuff to say about quitting the drink.
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255 - Hypervigilance, growing up around alcoholism with Seanna Smith

Nov 09 2024 57 mins  
In this episode of How I Quit Alcohol, Seana Smith shares her powerful story, reflecting on a childhood marked by both an idyllic lifestyle and the unpredictability of having an alcoholic father. Growing up around alcoholism left her in a constant state of hypervigilance, never quite knowing which version of him would appear each day. From the outside, Seana’s life looked perfect

254. Podcast episode sharing with Ash Butters. How to Embody and Befriend your Nervous System and exciting announcement

Nov 06 2024 43 mins  
Sharing an episode from the beautiful Ash Butterss and her podcast The Unedited Woman, How to Embody and Befriend your Nervous System. Ash and I also announce a special announcement for our retreat we will be running together in Bali in Sept 2025 and our upcoming Nervous System Workshops in Brisbane, Fremantle and Sydney. We chat about the importance of self awareness. To find out

253. Broken trust, the impact of generational addiction with Pyschologist Rebecca Glorie

Nov 02 2024 60 mins  
In this episode, I catch up with HIQA grad and psychologist Rebecca Glorie to discuss her personal journey growing up in an environment affected by alcoholism. Rebecca shares the profound impact this had on her childhood and how it influenced her adult life. We delve into the concept of "repair after rupture," exploring the importance of healing relationships strained by addiction.

252. From hiding alcohol to living in the light with Michelle from NZ

Oct 26 2024 62 mins  
In this episode, I chat with Michelle, a graduate of the HIQA program, who at the time of this recording is celebrating 9 months alcohol-free.Michelle shares her powerful journey of overcoming hidden drinking habits that spiralled into binge drinking. She opens up about drinking in the mornings to combat hangovers, which often led to all-day binges and passing out on the couch.Her

251. Preparing yourself to take time off alcohol or to change a habit

Oct 19 2024 22 mins  
In this solo cast, I offer some tips on preparing yourself for taking time off or quitting alcohol or changing a habit.I share some tips on noticing patterns of thought, belief and behaviour.Preparing your body.Making a plan and more.For more resources such as coaching or to join the next HIQA challenge go towww.iquitalcohol.com.auFollow HIQA insta @howiquitalcohol Music for P

250. Free to just be yourself with Britt Mather

Oct 12 2024 53 mins  
In this episode, we sit down with Britt, a wedding celebrant and MC based in Byron Bay, who shares her inspiring journey toward self-discovery and sobriety. After hitting rock bottom, Britt took on the HIQA 6-week challenge in January 2024 and is now proudly 9 months sober.Throughout her journey, Britt learned valuable lessons about self-soothing, managing expectations, and sitting

249. How to not be a dickhead with Kasey Chambers

Sep 28 2024 66 mins  
In this episode, I catch up with my friend Kasey Chambers to chat about her new book, Just Don't Be a Dickhead. We dive into the importance of tuning into your inner voice, her decision to live alcohol-free, and the art of navigating divorce with grace. We also explore how to manage people-pleasing tendencies and reclaim your personal power. Kasey's new book is packed with down-to-

248. The impact of trying to be the person everyone likes with Chris Gimpel

Sep 21 2024 61 mins  
In this episode, I talk with Chris Gimpel from Brisbane about his personal struggles with alcohol and how the need for acceptance fuelled a deeply problematic relationship with drinking. This conversation highlights a critical issue—many of us drink to feel accepted, and the effects on our lives, bodies, and mental health are profound. We explore the importance of getting curious

247. How we quit alcohol and changed our self concept for lasting change Danni and Ash

Sep 14 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, Ash and I have a good old chat in the studio celebrating our book release, How I Quit Alcohol, A Rock N Roll Guide To Sobriety. We chat about that first year of sobriety and beyond, how much our life has changed and some of the challenges that we faced in early sobriety. We also talk about why choosing a 12 month break is a great reset and why it's so important to

246. Rebranding your life with Davidji

Sep 07 2024 56 mins  
This episode is without a doubt one of my all-time favorite conversations on the podcast! In this episode, I chat with the renowned meditation teacher, David Ji, who has guided millions of people on their journey to heal their hearts and embrace the power of meditation.What We Discuss:Shedding What Doesn’t Serve Us: David and I explore the concept of letting go of the things in o