Luke Hand
Luke Hand
Collective noun: a ‘twist’ of Periwinkles (Mon, 10/02/2025)
Collective noun: a ‘twist’ of Periwinkles (Mon, 10/02/2025)
Collective noun: a ‘twist’ of Periwinkles (Mon, 10/02/2025)
Tuesday 18th February 2025
Join Luke Hand as he navigates a low-energy day, finds joy in small moments like periwinkles, and stands up for his beliefs.
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Luke Hand
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Sobriety Day by Day
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Comedic Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Luke feels low but manages to clean his phone and play solitaire.
- He goes for a walk and finds joy in spotting live periwinkles.
- Witnesses and responds to someone defacing a 'Free Palestine' sticker.
- Enjoys a soft drink and receives new t-shirts he's happy with.
- Ends the day with dinner and some Apple TV Plus.
Noticed that there were a few live periwinkles on the beach. Good to see.
Luke Hand's daily podcast, 'Luke Hand Diary', takes you through the ups and downs of his life, offering a raw and honest glimpse into his sobriety journey. In this episode titled 'Collective noun: a ‘twist’ of Periwinkles', Luke shares his Monday, the 10th of February 2025, where he felt a bit low with moods and energy both rated at 6 out of 10. He starts the day sulking at home but manages to clean his phone by removing unnecessary apps.
A light-hearted moment comes when he plays solitaire and exchanges memes with a friend via iMessage. Determined to shake off the blues, Luke musters the energy for a walk along the beach at Merry Island, where he spots live periwinkles in the clear water – a small but significant highlight. He enjoys a soft drink at Luke's Rest and receives his new dishwasher quote t-shirts, which he is quite pleased with.
The day takes an unexpected turn when he witnesses someone defacing a 'Free Palestine' sticker on a street sign. Luke responds by tagging back the torn-off text, showing his commitment to standing up for what he believes in. Dinner at Lady Bay doesn't quite hit the mark, but he ends the day with some Apple TV Plus and relaxation.
Luke's reflections on his moods – ranging from depressed to content – and his gratitude for the small joys like periwinkles make this episode relatable and heartfelt. If you're looking for an authentic and personal account of daily life in sobriety, this episode is worth a listen.