David Boyle
David Boyle
Day 236 - It's Over
Day 236 - It's Over
Day 236 - It's Over
Thursday 9th January 2020
David Boyle reflects on his first sober trip abroad and the challenges of balancing work and passions after quitting alcohol.
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8 minutes
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Honest
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Humorous
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Get the buttons here!David Boyle's Sobriety Struggles: Life After a Booze-Soaked Past
If I fucking pussy out and go back to work, it's over for me. I might as well just quit everything, start drinking again, speed up the death process.
Ever wondered what it's like to face the world sober after 20 years of alcohol-fueled chaos? Comedian David Boyle shares his raw and honest reflections in this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'. Fresh off a month-long trip to India, his first international adventure since quitting drinking, Boyle opens up about the unexpected challenges of staying sober in social settings. Despite the temptations, he managed to hold his ground, but it wasn't without its struggles.
Boyle admits that the hardest part was mustering the willpower to resist the urge to drink. Now back home, he's grappling with the realities of returning to work and finding a balance between his job and his creative passions. The idea of sacrificing work to pursue comedy and podcasting is weighing heavily on him. Boyle also delves into his search for a new purpose in life, battling the temptation to slip back into old habits.
Throughout his candid reflections, he underscores the importance of having a support system and maintaining a positive mindset. As he stands at a crossroads, Boyle is determined to find happiness and fulfillment in his new sober life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating their own sobriety journey or supporting someone who is.