David Boyle
I'm Quitting Alcohol
Day 6 - I am alcohol
Day 6 - I am alcohol
Day 6 - I am alcohol
Monday 17th June 2019
Join comedian David Boyle as he candidly shares his experiences of rebuilding life without alcohol in 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
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David Boyle
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Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!David Boyle's Sobriety Challenge: Redefining Life Without Alcohol
I've built my whole personality around being a drunk and I liked being a drunk. I liked saying that obnoxious shit. I kind of liked calling people cunts to their faces. I liked pointing out physical flaws in awkward situations. It gave me pleasure.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to rebuild your life from the ground up, especially when alcohol has been a central part of it for years? Comedian David Boyle dives into this very challenge in his daily podcast, 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'. In this episode titled 'I am alcohol', Boyle opens up about the struggle of detaching his identity from drinking.
He shares candidly about how his personality was once deeply intertwined with booze—making him louder, more outspoken, and sometimes even violent. Now, he's on a mission to find healthier ways to express himself. Boyle doesn't sugarcoat the allure of alcohol. He acknowledges its role in making social interactions easier and more uninhibited, but he also highlights the darker side—how it can lead to dysfunction and chaos.
Through humor and raw honesty, he paints a vivid picture of what it's like to navigate the early days of sobriety. One of the most thought-provoking points he makes is about the nature of alcoholics being more straightforward and honest due to the lack of inhibition. While this can sometimes be harmful, it also adds a layer of complexity to understanding addiction. The episode emphasizes the importance of community and support in the journey to sobriety.
Boyle stresses that while the path is fraught with temptations and doubts, it's also an opportunity for immense personal growth and self-discovery. His reflections are both humorous and deeply moving, making this podcast a must-listen for anyone dealing with addiction or supporting someone who is.
So, if you're curious about what it takes to break free from alcohol's grip or just need a good laugh mixed with some sobering truths, tune into 'I'm Quitting Alcohol' and join David Boyle on his journey.