Danni Carr
Danni Carr
58. Not a total trashbag but recognising the need to change with Kat Dunell
58. Not a total trashbag but recognising the need to change with Kat Dunell
58. Not a total trashbag but recognising the need to change with Kat Dunell
Saturday 11th September 2021
Kat Dunell discusses her grey area drinking journey and the transformative benefits of sobriety on 'How I Quit Alcohol'.
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Get the buttons here!Kat Dunell's Story: From Grey Area Drinking to Vibrant Living
Firstly, realising that it doesn't give you that, because it gives you poor quality of sleep and anxiety and depression, or the rest of it.
Ever wondered if you're stuck in a grey area with your drinking habits? Meet Kat Dunell, a firefighter and mother of three from Geelong, who shares her eye-opening journey on the 'How I Quit Alcohol' podcast. Kat's story is not about hitting rock bottom but about recognising the subtle ways alcohol was impacting her life. She partied hard in her teens and twenties, but even as she cut back, those few glasses of wine remained her go-to stress reliever.
Sound familiar? You're not alone. In this episode, host Danni Carr chats with Kat about what it means to be a 'grey area drinker'. Inspired by Jolene Park's TED Talk on the subject, Kat realised she didn't need to be a 'total trashbag' to have a problematic relationship with alcohol. Feeling low in energy and lacking vitality, she decided to let alcohol go and hasn't looked back since.
Kat opens up about the contradictions she faced, like being into fitness and health while still relying on alcohol. She talks about the social pressures to drink and the struggle to set healthy boundaries. But it's not all challenges; Kat also shares the incredible benefits she's experienced since quitting alcohol. From better sleep and improved mental health to more meaningful friendships, her life has transformed dramatically.
She even offers advice to her younger self and encourages others to recognise when it's time for a change. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone who feels stuck in that grey area. Tune in to hear Kat's inspiring story and discover how recognising the need for change can lead to a more vibrant, fulfilling life.