Louis Harrington.Louis Harrington.
One For The Road
<p>Thanks for joining me for this weeks episode of One For The Road. This week I am joined by Louis Harrington.</p><p>Louis spent over a decade pursing his dream as a professional golfer in his early life, but endured a constant mental and emotional battle which saw him turn to alcohol and gambling as a coping mechanism. By the end of 2018 Louis was lost, broken and suicidal. January 2019 saw Louis remove alcohol from his life as he started to speak about and share his experiences. This in turn led Louis to begin coaching and helping support others.Louis now supports a number of elite golfers, Sports and Business professionals, as well as a number of retired athletes. His work consists of in depth and individual emotional understanding as well as the exploration in human performance and potential.</p><br><p>This episode of One For The Road is sponsored by <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> Further information and links attached below.</p><p>If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice and for Louis.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_sharing_experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/the_sharing_experience</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-harrington-325875b9/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-harrington-325875b9/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@the_sharing_experience" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.tiktok.com/@the_sharing_experience</a></p><p><a href="http://www.thesharingexperience.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.thesharingexperience.com</a></p><p><a href="https://alcoholchange.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alcoholchange.org.uk/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><p>Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez</p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><br><p>This season's podcast is sponsored by a great new start up called Tweak Life. They have built a well-being hub full of useful information and tweaks that can help you improve your mental and physical health and finances. There is a wide range of topics covered which includes mindfulness, eating well, exercise. managing addictions, improving finances, mortgages and even menopause.</p><p>This is free to use, just go to <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> for more information.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
1:01:06•28 Sept 2022
Louis Harrington: From Golf Greens to Sober Coaching
“Getting sober requires a rewiring of the brain and instead of reaching for a drink, we have to learn how to reach for support.”
What happens when a professional golfer's dream turns into a nightmare? For Louis Harrington, the pressures of the sport led him down a dark path of alcohol and gambling addiction. By the end of 2018, he found himself lost and contemplating suicide. But in January 2019, Louis made a pivotal decision to quit drinking and start sharing his experiences. This choice not only saved his life but also set him on a new path as a sober coach and mentor.
In this episode of 'One For The Road', hosted by David Wilson, Louis opens up about his struggles and triumphs. He talks about the mental and emotional battles he faced, and how embracing vulnerability and seeking support played crucial roles in his recovery. Now, Louis works with elite golfers, sports professionals, and retired athletes, helping them understand their emotions and reach their full potential.
His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how bleak things may seem, there's always a chance for a brighter future. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on overcoming addiction and finding purpose, this episode is a must-listen.
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