Angus Reynolds

Sober Diaries

Angus Reynolds

  • Charlie Heptinstall - Mental Health and Sobriety

Charlie Heptinstall - Mental Health and Sobriety

Tuesday 7th July 2020

Join Angus Reynolds as he talks with actor Charlie Heptinstall about his inspiring journey to sobriety, battling Krohn's disease and type 1 diabetes.
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Charlie Heptinstall: Sobriety, Health Challenges, and Mental Wellness

Becoming sober was the best thing you could do. For me, anyway, you get faced with all these things that you were numbing alcohol with, and for me that was just mental health and a lot of things I like were just hiding away for, and that's probably why maybe you, or maybe people, and especially me like, relapsed just because you didn't want to think about it anymore at the time or whatever.
When life throws you curveballs, how do you keep going? In this episode of Sober Diaries, host Angus Reynolds sits down with actor Charlie Heptinstall, who knows a thing or two about facing life's toughest challenges. With 18 months of sobriety under his belt, Charlie's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Battling Krohn's disease and type 1 diabetes, his alcoholism often landed him in the hospital. Yet, he made the brave decision to go sober, and it changed everything.
Sobriety not only improved his physical health but also had a profound impact on his mental well-being. In their conversation, Charlie and Angus dive deep into how giving up alcohol has allowed Charlie to chase his dreams of becoming an actor. They discuss the coping mechanisms Charlie uses to navigate social situations and maintain his sobriety, the importance of a strong support system, and how he manages personal relationships without alcohol.
Charlie's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of mental health in the journey to sobriety. Whether you're sober curious or looking for some motivation to stay on track, this episode offers valuable insights and heartfelt encouragement. Tune in to hear Charlie's remarkable story and find out how sobriety can lead to a more fulfilling life.