327. Slowing it all down to half speed with trainer Benny Owen - minisode327. Slowing it all down to half speed with trainer Benny Owen - minisode
How I quit alcohol
Trainer Benny Owen discusses his sobriety journey and offers tips for navigating the festive season by slowing down and making conscious choices.
13:03•2 Dec 2025
Slowing Down with Benny Owen: A Sobriety Minisode
Episode Overview
- Slow everything down to half speed for better decision-making.
- Accept setbacks without self-judgment.
- Sobriety brings clarity and success.
- Use dopamine-inducing activities as celebration alternatives.
- Embrace honesty and self-compassion in recovery.
“"If you can sort of get on the matrix vibe and kind of really just dial it in half, it gives you the capacity to comprehend what's going on around you."”
What drives someone to embrace sobriety during the festive season? Trainer Benny Owen shares his journey of transformation and the power of slowing down in this minisode. Benny, who has been sober for nearly nine years, opens up about how quitting alcohol has brought clarity and success to his life, including the founding of Social Remedy Gym in Byron Bay.
With Christmas often being a challenging time for those seeking to maintain their sobriety, Benny offers practical advice on how to navigate the holiday chaos. His key tip? Slow everything down to half speed. This approach allows you to make conscious decisions amidst the fast-paced frenzy of the season. Benny's candid discussion with host Danni Carr also touches on the importance of accepting setbacks and moving forward without self-judgment.
Whether you're battling with booze or just want to keep your good habits on track, Benny's insights are sure to resonate. So, why not take a pause, breathe, and consider what slowing down might do for you this Christmas?
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