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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. To listen from DAY 1 head to SPOTIFY....
17:39•5 Oct 2022
David Boyle's Sobriety Struggle: Balancing Extremes and Finding Moderation
“The problem for me is I will go like Four Days a week. I'll cut bread out, but I was thinking about it in the car because my wife was like: why can't you just moderate things? Why does it have to be fucking extremes with you?”
What happens when a comedian known for his wild antics tries to embrace moderation? In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', David Boyle takes listeners through his ongoing battle with extreme behavior. Boyle opens up about his wife’s poignant question, 'Why can't you just moderate things? Why does it have to be fucking extremes with you?' This question hits home for Boyle, who admits that he struggles to find balance.
He realizes that taking breaks isn't an option for him; instead, he needs to go all in for six weeks to see if he can regain control. Boyle candidly discusses the perils of alcoholism and addiction, shedding light on how alcohol affects the body and mind. He shares his personal strategies for dealing with cravings, such as taking long walks, jogging, or shooting hoops. His raw honesty and humor make the episode both engaging and relatable.
For anyone grappling with addiction or simply curious about the journey to sobriety, Boyle’s reflections offer a mix of humor, insight, and inspiration.
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