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I'm Quitting Alcohol
I'm Quitting Alcohol, is a 5 minute daily podcast by comedian David Boyle. Join Boyle as he transitions from Alcoholic maniac to sober lunatic and attempts to process the past 20 years of booze soaked mayhem. funny, comedy, drinking, party, real,...
9:52•9 Jun 2020
David Boyle Takes on The Artists Way: Rediscovering Creativity in Sobriety
“In practicing reading deprivation, we need to cast a watchful eye on those other pollutants. They poison us as well. If we monitor the inflow and keep it to a minimum, we will be rewarded for our reading deprivation with embarrassing speed. Our reward will be a new outflow. Our own art, our own thoughts and feelings will begin to nudge aside the sludge of blockage, to loosen it and move it upward and outward until, once again, our well is running freely.”
Ever wondered how creativity and sobriety intersect? In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle dives into his personal experience with Julia Cameron's book, 'The Artists Way'. Known for his raw humor and candid reflections, Boyle shares how this guidebook has become a tool in his journey to reclaim his creative spark after years of alcohol-fueled chaos. Recommended by various people, 'The Artists Way' offers a structured path to unlocking creativity, but it’s not without its challenges.
Boyle talks about the concept of reading deprivation—a task from the book designed to eliminate distractions and push artists into deeper self-reflection. For someone who thrives on constant input, this task has been both eye-opening and difficult. He opens up about reducing his phone use, cutting down on TV and internet time, and embracing moments of silence to reconnect with his inner artist.
This episode isn’t just about a book; it’s a look at how technology can stifle creativity and the lengths one might go to break free from those chains. If you're curious about how sobriety can lead to a creative renaissance, or if you’re simply looking for a good laugh mixed with genuine insights, this episode is for you.
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