David Boyle
David Boyle
3 Years 1 day - Choked Out
3 Years 1 day - Choked Out
3 Years 1 day - Choked Out
Tuesday 17th May 2022
David Boyle recounts how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helped him face addiction and find strength in sobriety on 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
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Get the buttons here!Choked Out and Sober: David Boyle's Jiu-Jitsu Journey
You're learning a fucking martial art. You get in the exercise. I learned a lot today, actually, so it gives you confidence as well. It's one of those things I think everyone should do, especially if you want to fuck up some drunk dads at your kid's birthday party.
Ever thought a chokehold could teach you about life and sobriety? Comedian David Boyle certainly didn't—until it happened. In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', Boyle takes listeners through an unexpected lesson learned during a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class. While grappling with a training partner, he finds himself choked out, a moment that becomes a metaphor for his battle with addiction. Boyle shares how the discipline and resilience required in Jiu-Jitsu mirror the challenges of staying sober.
He reflects on the importance of conditioning, technique, and not underestimating life's 'harmless' obstacles. This episode isn't just about martial arts; it's about finding new ways to cope with past demons and embracing the journey of recovery with humor and honesty. If you're looking for inspiration or just a good laugh, Boyle's story offers both in spades.