Danni Carr
Danni Carr
352. Sobriety and it's impact (good and bad) on your relationships with Mel Beynon and Tierney O'Brien
352. Sobriety and it's impact (good and bad) on your relationships with Mel Beynon and Tierney O'Brien
352. Sobriety and it's impact (good and bad) on your relationships with Mel Beynon and Tierney O'Brien
Saturday 24th January 2026
Dive into how sobriety impacts friendships with Mel Beynon and Tierney O'Brien on 'How I Quit Alcohol'.
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Author:
Danni Carr
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety can transform friendships, sometimes deepening them.
- Self-confidence often grows when alcohol is removed from the equation.
- Supportive communities are crucial in navigating sobriety.
- Friendship dynamics may shift, but new connections can flourish.
- Rediscovering joy and fun without alcohol is entirely possible.
"The alcohol was cock-blocking me from doing what I did before I drank alcohol, which was socialise, have fun, get up and dance."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of 'How I Quit Alcohol' gets into the nitty-gritty of how sobriety can shake up your social life, for better or worse. Host Danni Carr sits down with long-time friends Mel Beynon and Tierney O'Brien to chat about how quitting alcohol has transformed their relationships and identities.
They share candid stories of their past binge-drinking days, the role of supportive communities, and how they've rediscovered joy and connection without a drink in hand. Mel and Tierney reveal that while some friendships might fade, others deepen in unexpected ways. They discuss the surprising growth in self-confidence and self-love that comes from choosing sobriety, and how it can make you a better friend.
The episode also touches on the importance of allowing space for new relationships to flourish, even as old ones may shift. This conversation offers a refreshing perspective on the social dynamics of sobriety, reminding us that while change can be daunting, it often leads to richer, more meaningful connections. Whether you're curious about the impact of sobriety on friendships or looking for some inspiration to take the plunge yourself, this episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and valuable insights.
Are you ready to explore how a life without alcohol could transform your relationships?