David Wilson
David Wilson
Clare Pooley.
Clare Pooley.
Clare Pooley.
Wednesday 9th February 2022
Author Clare Pooley talks about her journey from heavy drinking in advertising to sobriety and writing success in 'One For The Road'.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Clare Pooley: From Wine O'Clock to Bestseller
Getting sober requires a rewiring of the brain, and instead of reaching for a drink, we have to learn how to reach for support.
Ever wondered how someone transitions from a high-flying advertising career to becoming a celebrated author? In this episode of 'One For The Road', host David Wilson chats with Clare Pooley, who did just that. Clare spent nearly two decades in the bustling world of advertising, where long hours and hard partying were the norms. But after her third child was born, she realized her drinking had spiraled out of control.
By 2015, Clare knew she had to make a change, so she quit drinking and turned to writing as her therapy. She started a blog called 'Mummy was a Secret Drinker', which resonated with many and eventually became the memoir 'The Sober Diaries'. Clare's story didn't stop there; she went on to write fiction, with her debut novel 'The Authenticity Project' being published in 29 languages.
In this candid conversation, Clare opens up about the highs and lows of her sobriety journey, the societal pressures around drinking, and the unexpected joy she found in living alcohol-free. This episode is perfect for anyone curious about the transformative power of sobriety and the strength found in community support.