Danni Carr
Danni Carr
103. Living life on your own terms with James Van Cooper
103. Living life on your own terms with James Van Cooper
103. Living life on your own terms with James Van Cooper
Wednesday 20th July 2022
Join musician James Van Cooper as he recounts his journey from daily drinking to six years of sobriety on 'How I Quit Alcohol'.
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Get the buttons here!James Van Cooper: From Rock Bottom to Rock Star Recovery
I was using drugs and alcohol and women and all the other things that I did, you know, just to try and fill up some void inside that I'm never going to fill up with exterior things.
Ever wondered what it takes to turn your life around after hitting rock bottom? In this episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', musician James Van Cooper opens up about his tumultuous relationship with alcohol and his inspiring journey to sobriety. At just 25 years old, James has already been sober for six years, but his path to recovery wasn't easy. He shares the raw details of his daily drinking habit, which began years before he decided to quit.
One unforgettable night ended with him locked up, only to be picked up by his nan at 2am. This was his wake-up call, the moment he knew things had to change. James talks candidly about using alcohol as a coping mechanism and the challenges of facing life without it. He dives into how he's learned to live authentically and find healthier ways to deal with stress and emotions.
If you're curious about what life can look like after quitting alcohol, James' story is a testament to the power of resilience and the possibility of a fulfilling, sober life.