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Why you need a Tribe with Nigel Jones

Saturday 22nd June 2024

Nigel Jones shares his journey from daily drinking to sobriety, highlighting the power of mindset and community support in this inspiring episode.
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Finding Your Tribe: Nigel Jones on Embracing Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Declaring yourself a non-drinker from day one can be a powerful mindset shift.
  • Joining a supportive community is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
  • Replacing old habits with new, healthy routines helps in the recovery process.
  • Daily walks and nature therapy can significantly improve mental and physical health.
  • Sobriety brings numerous benefits, including better health and mental clarity.
I made that decision on the 8th of December 2020 to stop forever. I didn’t use the old mindset, which is pretty much based in the willpower method.
Nigel Jones joins Janet Gorond on Tribe Sober to share his incredible journey from daily drinking at 18 to achieving sobriety after 36 years. Nigel’s story is one of transformation, determination, and the power of mindset. He discusses the significant shift that occurred when he declared himself a non-drinker from day one, a strategy that has resonated with many Tribe Sober members.
This episode dives into the importance of finding a supportive community - or 'tribe' - when making such a life-changing decision. Nigel highlights how surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals can make all the difference in maintaining sobriety. He also shares his daily routine of walking nine kilometres before 9 a.m., which played a crucial role in his physical and mental transformation.
With anecdotes about his walks in nature and the benefits of forest bathing, Nigel paints a vivid picture of how embracing new habits can replace old, destructive ones. The episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol. Whether you're sober curious, striving for sobriety, or supporting someone on this journey, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement.
Tune in to hear Nigel's story and learn why having a tribe can be the key to lasting change.