David Boyle

I'm Quitting Alcohol

David Boyle

  • 6 Years 223 days - Ask Boyle

6 Years 223 days - Ask Boyle

Tuesday 23rd December 2025

Join David Boyle as he shares his hilarious yet insightful journey of sobriety, wrestling admiration, and personal growth.
Explicit
15 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Humorous
Raw
Reflective

About this podcast

I'm Quitting Alcohol
Author:
David Boyle
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Comedic Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

David Boyle's Hilarious Take on Sobriety and Self-Improvement

Episode Overview

  • Admire the resilience of young wrestlers.
  • Struggle with phone addiction affects memory.
  • Read widely and let go of rigid beliefs.
  • Writing helps organise thoughts.
  • Personal growth is a non-linear journey.
"Learning to not fucking talk when you don't know what the fuck you're talking about."
In this eye-opening episode, David Boyle takes us on a rollercoaster of reflections and musings, blending humour with honest self-assessment. As he recounts his son's wrestling training, Boyle finds himself marvelling at the sheer grit and resilience of young wrestlers, contrasting their determination with his own past experiences. Wrestling, as it turns out, is not for the faint-hearted, and Boyle's admiration for these young athletes is palpable.
But it's not just about wrestling; Boyle also delves into the chaotic yet enriching journey of quitting alcohol. With six and a half years of sobriety under his belt, he shares candidly about the challenges and triumphs along the way. Boyle's unique blend of comedy and introspection shines through as he addresses a listener's question about retaining information and staying focused in a world full of distractions.
He admits to struggling with phone addiction and its impact on memory, but offers practical advice: read widely, let go of rigid beliefs, and write down your thoughts. His journey from 'fucking hundred and ten moron' to a slightly more refined version of himself is both relatable and inspiring. This episode isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's a raw exploration of personal growth and the messy, non-linear path to self-improvement.
Boyle's ability to laugh at himself while offering genuine insights makes this a must-listen for anyone on their own journey of change. So, are you ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even reflect on your own beliefs?
alcoholfree.com
Published by The Mindful Drinking Company Limited
4 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5JL, England
Registered in England and Wales.
Company Number: 1195057. Vat Number: GB320915135.
Registered address as above.
© Copyright 2005-2025 The Mindful Drinking Company Limited.
All Rights Reserved.
alcoholfree.com is a participant in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.