James Swanwick

Alcohol-Free Lifestyle

James Swanwick

  • Your Alcohol-Free Journey is the Hero's Journey With Coach Matt & Coach Jason

Your Alcohol-Free Journey is the Hero's Journey With Coach Matt & Coach Jason

Wednesday 5th November 2025

Explore the Hero's Journey as a metaphor for quitting alcohol with Coaches Matt and Jason. Embrace discomfort and find growth in sobriety.
15 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Engaging
Transformative

About this podcast

Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Author:
James Swanwick
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Embrace Your Hero's Journey: Alcohol-Free Transformation

Episode Overview

  • Understand the three phases of the Hero's Journey in quitting alcohol.
  • Embrace discomfort as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery.
  • Learn to face emotions without numbing them with alcohol.
  • Use personal experiences to mentor others on their sobriety journey.
  • Find inspiration in iconic narratives like Star Wars for your own transformation.
Growth is discomfort. Discomfort equals growth.
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of Alcohol-Free Lifestyle offers a fascinating look at the Hero's Journey as a metaphor for quitting alcohol. Coaches Matt and Jason take you through the three phases of this journey, starting with the 'Threshold Moment,' where you realise it's time to make a change.
They share how the 'Dark Night of the Soul,' often seen as a challenging period of boredom or emotional upheaval, is actually a golden opportunity for growth. It's all about embracing discomfort and learning from it. Finally, they discuss the 'Return,' where you emerge stronger and ready to mentor others on their own path. The coaches draw parallels between iconic narratives like Star Wars and your personal quest for sobriety, offering relatable insights that can inspire anyone on this journey.
You'll hear about the importance of not repressing emotions and how facing them head-on can lead to profound self-discovery. So, if you're looking to redefine your relationship with alcohol, this episode might just be the guide you need. Where are you on your hero's journey?
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.