Danni Carr
Danni Carr
301. Doing Dry July with my sissy, Nat.
301. Doing Dry July with my sissy, Nat.
301. Doing Dry July with my sissy, Nat.
Saturday 28th June 2025
Join Danni Carr as she chats with her sister Nat McColl about tackling Dry July and the emotional journey of reducing alcohol intake.
24 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Nat McColl shares her journey with alcohol and decision to join Dry July.
- The importance of support systems in maintaining sobriety.
- Replacing alcohol with healthy activities like yoga.
- Understanding emotional connections to drinking.
- Planning rewarding experiences instead of alcohol consumption.
It's more for my brain than my body. My brain definitely needs yoga.
In this episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol', Danni Carr chats with her sister, Nat McColl, about the ups and downs of participating in Dry July. Nat, who isn't a full-blown teetotaler yet, shares her past drinking habits and the emotional ties she has with alcohol. They dive into how binge drinking gradually turned into a weekday habit, leading Nat to join Danni's challenges and retreats for support.
Nat's decision to tackle Dry July this year is a bold move, especially since her birthday falls in July. Her desire for a hangover-free celebration speaks volumes about her commitment to change. Nat discusses the importance of having a supportive network and how her friends are joining her on this alcohol-free journey. It's not just about abstaining from booze; it's about embracing new hobbies like yoga and rewarding oneself with meaningful experiences instead of drinks.
As Nat swaps wine for yoga mats, she finds peace in her practice, which helps her both physically and mentally. The conversation also touches on the social pressures of drinking, with Nat admitting that the fear of rejection often led her to drink more than she wanted. But with each challenge she takes on, Nat finds herself reprogramming those pesky neural pathways that once made saying no difficult.
This episode is a great listen for anyone considering Dry July or looking to understand the emotional side of quitting alcohol. Nat's story is relatable and offers a glimpse into the transformative power of community support and self-awareness. Why not tune in to see if Dry July could be your next step towards a healthier lifestyle?