Lee Davy
Lee Davy
The Day I Quit Gambling and Alcohol—For Good
The Day I Quit Gambling and Alcohol—For Good
The Day I Quit Gambling and Alcohol—For Good
Wednesday 19th March 2025
Lee Davy shares his journey of quitting alcohol and gambling, exploring the deeper issues behind addictive behaviours.
12 minutes
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Lee Davy
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Quitting alcohol can reveal and help address other addictive behaviours.
- Both alcohol and gambling were attempts to control inner turmoil.
- Living a self-led life involves reconnecting with your true self.
- Maintaining momentum after quitting is crucial for personal growth.
- Understanding the deeper reasons behind addictive behaviours can aid recovery.
Gambling was never about the money. It was about control. Trying to soothe something inside of me that alcohol had numbed but never, ever healed
Ever wondered how intertwined our vices can be? In this episode of the 1000 Days Sober Podcast, Lee Davy opens up about his journey of quitting both alcohol and gambling. With a candid and relatable approach, Lee shares how his reliance on alcohol masked deeper issues, including a compulsive gambling habit. He reveals that the moment he decided to live alcohol-free, his gambling problem seemed to dissolve effortlessly. But why?
Lee explains that both addictions were rooted in a need for control and an attempt to soothe inner turmoil. By quitting alcohol, he began to reconnect with his true self, making gambling irrelevant in his life. This episode dives into the connections between various addictive behaviours and how they often replace each other. Lee discusses how addressing one addiction can lead to insights about others, whether it's overeating, binge-watching TV, or overspending.
He stresses the importance of maintaining momentum after quitting alcohol and continually striving for personal growth. Lee's story is not just about giving up alcohol; it's about transforming his entire life. He talks about leaving his job, ending unhealthy relationships, and seeking a new path that aligns with his true self. This episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice for anyone struggling with addiction or seeking to understand the deeper reasons behind their behaviours.
Ready to take a step back and look at the whole picture? Tune in to learn from Lee's experiences and find out how you can start living a self-led life.