Danni Carr

How I quit alcohol

Danni Carr

  • 294. If at first you don't succeed, try try again.. with HIQA Grad Ricci

294. If at first you don't succeed, try try again.. with HIQA Grad Ricci

Saturday 29th March 2025

Ricci shares her transformative journey from heavy drinking to sobriety, highlighting the challenges of relapse and the power of persistence.
52 minutes
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How I quit alcohol
Author:
Danni Carr
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Ricci's Journey: From Blackouts to Breakthroughs

Episode Overview

  • Ricci shares her journey from heavy drinking to sobriety.
  • She discusses the impact of alcohol on her relationships.
  • Ricci highlights the challenges of relapse and the importance of persistence.
  • She reflects on the role of surf culture in her drinking habits.
  • The episode emphasises self-discovery, support, and personal growth.
You give up everything for that bloody bitch of a thing, where you give up that one thing and you get everything back
Ricci's story is a testament to resilience and determination. In this episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', Danni Carr catches up with Ricci, a HIQA graduate, who shares her journey from heavy drinking to sobriety. Ricci opens up about her past struggles with alcohol, the toll it took on her relationships, and the shame she felt. She recounts the cycles of binge drinking, the blackouts, and the self-loathing that followed.
Ricci's turning point came when she joined the HIQA challenges and retreats, which helped her discover the importance of self-discovery, support, and personal growth. Ricci's story is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about the ongoing journey of sobriety and the challenges of relapse. She emphasises the importance of persistence, even if it means trying multiple times. Ricci's transformation has had a profound impact on her life and relationships, highlighting how sobriety can lead to significant personal changes.
Ricci also discusses the impact of surf culture on her drinking habits and how the culture has evolved over time. She reflects on how her insecurities and lack of self-respect fuelled her drinking and how she learned to respect herself through sobriety. Her story is filled with relatable moments, from waking up with no memory of the night before to realising the need for change.
Ricci's journey is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to change and that every attempt at sobriety is a step towards a better life. Her experiences offer hope and inspiration to anyone struggling with alcohol addiction. If you're looking for a story of perseverance and transformation, this episode is a must-listen.