David Boyle
David Boyle
3 Years 342 days - Ask Boyle
3 Years 342 days - Ask Boyle
3 Years 342 days - Ask Boyle
Monday 24th April 2023
Join David Boyle as he explores vulnerability, relapse, and offers unique takes on America's challenges in 'I'm Quitting Alcohol'.
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14 minutes
Raw
Vulnerable
Informative
Thought-provoking
Compassionate
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Author:
David Boyle
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Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Boyle opens up about feeling vulnerable and the temptation of relapse, emphasizing the need to step up in different life areas
- Shares a unique perspective on solving America's mass shooter problem, highlighting the role of media, mental health, and gun laws
- Reflects on the impact of traditional family values on mental health and self-esteem, suggesting a holistic approach to tackling despair
- Encourages mindfulness practices like meditation and morning pages as tools for overcoming challenging phases
- Engages with 'Ask Boyle' segment, addressing listener questions with candid and thought-provoking responses
This is where you need to step it up in other areas of your life. I need to start meditating again. I'll start doing morning pages again.
Ever wondered how a comedian handles life's toughest moments? In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', David Boyle lays it all bare. He's candid about his current struggles, feeling the weight of vulnerability and the constant tug of relapse. But that's just the beginning. Boyle dives into some heavy topics, including America's mass shooter problem.
With his signature unfiltered honesty, he breaks down the complexities, pointing out the abundance of guns, the mental health crisis, and how media coverage often makes things worse. He doesn't stop there. Boyle suggests looking at traditional family values and stable environments as part of the solution. In a surprising twist, he even brings up religious or moral grounding as a way to foster self-esteem and address despair.
And yes, he touches on the need to rethink gun laws while considering the historical context of government power. The episode wraps up with an 'Ask Boyle' segment, where he answers listener questions with his usual mix of rawness and compassion. This isn't just another podcast episode; it's a journey through vulnerability, societal challenges, and unconventional solutions. Tune in for a refreshing perspective that's as thought-provoking as it is heartfelt.