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192. From Chaos to Clarity and Connection with Johnathon Dowling
192. From Chaos to Clarity and Connection with Johnathon Dowling
192. From Chaos to Clarity and Connection with Johnathon Dowling
Friday 21st March 2025
Johnathon Dowling shares his journey from a high-functioning party drinker to a sober father and business owner.
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46 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Johnathon shares his journey from party drinker to stay-at-home drinker.
- He discusses the impact of sports and corporate culture on his drinking habits.
- Johnathon talks about the emotional awakening that came with sobriety.
- He highlights the importance of being present for his family.
- The episode underscores the benefits of supportive communities in sobriety.
I realised I wasn't present for my children, and I never want to let them down again.
Get ready to be inspired by the story of Johnathon Dowling in this episode of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast. Johnathon, a father of four and business owner, shares his journey from being a high-functioning party drinker to a disengaged stay-at-home drinker. He opens up about how alcohol slowly took over his life, numbing his emotions and presence with loved ones.
Johnathon reflects on the sports culture of his youth and the corporate world, where drinking was normalised, making it hard to imagine life without alcohol. His emotional awakening with sobriety is a testament to the transformative power of giving up alcohol. Patrick Fox, the host, engages Johnathon in a candid conversation about the challenges he faced, the turning points, and the positive changes that sobriety brought into his life.
Johnathon’s story is relatable for many men who might feel trapped in a cycle of drinking but are unsure how to break free. His experiences highlight the importance of being present for family, the benefits of a supportive community, and the clarity that comes with sobriety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to rethink their relationship with alcohol and find hope in their journey towards sobriety.