David Boyle
David Boyle
5 Years 107 days - Breaking Point
5 Years 107 days - Breaking Point
5 Years 107 days - Breaking Point
Tuesday 27th August 2024
David Boyle shares his battle against exhaustion and the harsh Australian sun while maintaining sobriety. A raw and humorous look at life's challenges.
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9 minutes
Honest
Raw
Humorous
Supportive
Engaging
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- David Boyle shares his struggles with maintaining sobriety while working long hours in extreme conditions.
- The episode highlights the impact of physical and mental exhaustion on both Boyle and his family.
- Boyle reflects on how applying his work ethic to his passions could lead to success.
- The financial pressures and sacrifices involved in his current job are discussed.
- Boyle's unique blend of humour and honesty makes this episode both engaging and relatable.
If I work this hard at anything else I'm doing, I would be a god at that.
In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle finds himself at a breaking point. He shares the raw and unfiltered reality of his struggle to stay sober while working gruelling hours in the harsh Australian sun. Boyle's vivid descriptions of his daily battles against the heat and exhaustion are both humorous and heart-wrenching.
He paints a picture of himself, covered in sunscreen and wearing a makeshift sombrero, trying to survive the brutal conditions that leave him utterly drained by the end of the day. The episode takes a deeper dive into the impact of his demanding job on his mental and physical health, and how it strains his family life. Boyle's wife is also feeling the pressure, managing her own stressful job while supporting their family.
Despite the extra income, Boyle questions whether the toll on their well-being is worth it. He reflects on how, if he applied the same work ethic to his passions like comedy or writing, he could achieve greatness. This episode is a candid look at the sacrifices and challenges of sobriety, making it a must-listen for anyone on a similar journey.
Tune in to hear Boyle's unique blend of humour and honesty as he navigates the ups and downs of life without alcohol.