Stay ConnectedAre you sick of feeling controlled by alcohol?Do you want to drink less?Do you wake up after a night of drinking feeling anxious and full of regret?I’ve been there and want to help you. In this podcast I will be talking with ex-binge drinkers, alcoholics in recovery, drug and and alcohol counsellors and people that have good stuff to say about quitting the drink.
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In today's episode, I catch up with Emily Walter. Emily is a drum teacher from Melbourne who had just recently gone over 500 days alcohol free, which is her first time in over 20 years with no intention of stopping. From the age of 16, she started drinking regularly on most weekends up until the age of 40. She used alcohol as a way of fitting in and feeling comfortable in her own skin.
Fast forward to her mid 20's, she began drinking on her own, thinking that alcohol was giving her a sense of freedom. It was until she let alcohol go, learned to sit with the uncomfortable, and started changing her life that she has found true freedom.
Emily went on her alcohol free journey on her own, without a community other than listening to the stories on this podcast, and using the tools she picked up on the podcast to help her through, which highlights the importance of sharing our stories.
To reach out to Emily or to enquire about her drum workshops go to
Instagram @boomshop_drumming
Or email her on ilywalterem@gmail.com
Tickets for Ash show www.ashgrunwald.com
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In 2022 Katherine Dunell lost her husband Brett after a long battle with melanoma.
In this beautiful chat we talk about
-Dealing with the reality that her husband was leaving,
-Dealing with her grief and how staying off alcohol helped her process the grief and to be there for her kids as they navigate this huge change.
-Having an alcohol free funeral and how that created a boundary for her and the kids.
Kat had a strong practice of "musts" which included remembering to have gratitude, and the most basic things like sleep, or remembering to eat.
As Kat says there is not right or wrong way to grieve. We hope that by sharing her story that it may offer some hope and support for people that are going through grief.
Kat created a fundraising page for the Melanoma Institute Australia in Brett's name after he died to raise funds for research into melanoma instead of receiving flowers. The page has so far raised 28k.
She also raised a further 8k by organising the first Melanoma March in Geelong, link below.
https://inmemory.melanoma.org.au/page/BrettAndrewSmith
Another charity Kat would like to support is a local Geelong based charity Wombats Wish they run bereavement camps for families after the death of a parent in Victoria.
https://wombatswish.org.au/donate/
The book I mentioned by Zenith Virago, The Intimacy Of Death And Dying.
https://www.amazon.com.au/Intimacy-Death-Dying-guidance-through/dp/1741758947
The book I mention at the end
The Smell of Rain on Dust, Grief and Praise - by Martin Prechtel
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As a busy Mum and business owner Ellissia would not have considered herself as a heavy drinker having a few drinks to deal with the stress of daily life. Growing up with an alcohol father she never considered her style of drinking to be problematic but not meeting her own standards and using alcohol as a coping mechanism she decided to give it a break for a while. After a few different attempts Ellissia and couple of goes at the HIQA challenge, she is now alcohol free for 16 months and feeling amazing.
We chat about
How sobriety effected her relationship and the importance of open communication with your partner when cutting out alcohol.
How you don't need to be an "alcoholic" to stop drinking
How when you aren't really ready to quit it's harder to stay on track.
The importance of being ready.
Asking the question, "Am I meeting my own standards?".
The power of quitting with community.
The importance of staying compassionate with yourself.
Tips for camping sober.
Self care.
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If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol.
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In this episode, I have a conversation with senior yoga teacher Mark Purser, delving into the significance of self-care. In the midst of our bustling lives, demanding work routines, and the responsibilities of caring for others, many of us find ourselves depleted, grappling with disordered nervous systems, and seeking external sources for relief. Mark and I discuss different methods to rejuvenate and fill your bucket, including Yoga Nidra (a personal favourite), embracing nature, mindful breathing, exercise, and other self care practices.
We explore the concept of how temporary states can evolve into enduring traits and answer the question what is Yoga Nidra?
How do we know when we need to fill our buckets and what are the warning signs that we are running low?
Some Yoga Nidra practices on Insight Timer with Danni
https://insighttimer.com/howiquitalcohol/guided-meditations/23-minute-deeply-relaxing-yoga-nidra-nsdr
Yoga Nidra with Mark on Insight Timer
https://insighttimer.com/mark_purser/guided-meditations/yoga-nidra-for-illumination-and-bliss
Yoga Nidra on this podcast episode 126
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1lMsvTGGS5Bqmv4n948qp8
To check out Mark and Danni's healing retreat in Bali May 10- 15 2024 go to. ( I did make a mistake on the podcast where I said 10-16)
https://www.iquitalcohol.com.au/collections/resources/products/bali-healing-retreat-balian-may-1-6
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Lach Bostock, a Grammy-nominated producer and a key member of the hit Indie Pop Band; Mansionair, chose sobriety at the peak of his career. At 31, Lachy recognised that heavy drinking wasn't compatible with the demands of constant touring, both mentally and physically. Additionally, he was diagnosed with Crohn's disease and believes that abstaining from alcohol helps manage his symptoms better. Lach is part of a growing trend among younger musicians who are prioritising their mental health, challenging the conventional norms of the music industry.
Check out Mansionair on Spotify
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4qOzMSukiZoiSjPQw8Zs7s?si=_liPDizJTvqgxBXn2iSpzw
The song I mentioned by Ash and Lachy is Shout Into The Noise about social media. It's a ripper.
https://open.spotify.com/track/4eS9FDGylMgLtE2ZC1zCXY?si=27ebbd0e0e404452
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During our chat, we explore the themes covered in his book, "Putting On A Show," which delves into subjects like manhood, the importance of friendship, and the intricacies of mental health and exploring what it to be an "Aussie Bloke" these days.
We also chat about Rob's moderation and times of sobriety, and the effects these choices have had on his life.
To purchase Rob's book Putting On A Show go to
https://www.booktopia.com.au/putting-on-a-show-rob-mills/book/9781922806420.html
It is also available on Audible
https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Putting-on-a-Show-Audiobook/B0BM51L22Z
Follow Rob on Insta @robmillsymills
For more resources such as coaching or to join the next HIQA challenge go to
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If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol.
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In this episode I catch up with entrepreneur Goose McGrath for one of the most inspiring chats I have had on the podcast. Once a homeless individual caught in a cycle of alcohol and drug abuse, Goose has remarkably transformed his life to become a multi-million dollar property investor and successful business owner. I love a rags to riches story, who doesn't? But this story was next level.
We chat about his epic journey, creating the life that you want, the power of manifestation and consciously becoming the best version of yourself.
To connect with Goose McGrath use any of the links below.
🌍 My free Newsletter: https://blog.goosemcgrath.com/subscribe
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goosemcgrath
📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@goose_mcgrath
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/McgrathGoose
👨💻 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-goose-mcgrath/
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If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol.
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In this episode I catch up with some of the HIQA grads to talk about how their sobriety has affected or changed their relationship with their partners. For some it has had a very positive effect, and for others it has caused them to bust up. You changing your lifestyle is always going to have an impact on those closest to you, for some it will create more growth for the partner and for some it will highlight deficits in the relationship. We delve into having compassion for the person that is loosing their drinking buddy, how boundaries may help if your partner is still drinking heavily, how sobriety can change your sex life, or how sobriety can give you a deeper understanding of each other.
I also catch up with James McDonald the husband of one of the HIQA grads Michelle, to see how Shell's sobriety impacted him.
For more resources such as coaching or to join the next HIQA challenge go to
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If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol.
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In this podcast episode, I catch up with my good friend Saritah, who's not only an amazing musician and singer but also a vocal therapist. We dive into a topic that hits close to home – our tendency to be super critical of our own voices, even though they're truly beautiful. We explore how simply connecting with our voices can do wonders for our overall healing journey.
We also tackle the whole idea of being "tone deaf" and break down that myth. It's all about learning to actually enjoy the sound of your own voice, no matter what. We even get into the nitty-gritty of how singing can do cool things like work those vagus nerve muscles and help keep our nervous system in check.
We chat about the power of learning to enjoy your voice and why it's important to trust our own sound. This is a beautiful chat about how this journey can be an incredible support on sobriety journey. So, grab your headphones and join us on this conversation that's all about embracing the voice within.
here's the links to all things Saritah.
Awaken Your Healing Voice Self-Study Immersion (my new voice program to help bring their voice to LIFE!)
https://thejoyofsong.com/awakenyourhealingvoiceimmersion
Spotify Artist page
https://open.spotify.com/artist/6uY5fL10UMBGn5d03v6eKN?si=w4DKbspdSQ-mBSUCIEbUxw
https://instagram.com/saritahmusic
Vocal Liberation Retreat!
https://tinyurl.com/vocalliberationretreats
This episode was brought to you by Monday Distillery. To check them out go to
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If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol.
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Spirituality does not have to be a complicated unobtainable thing. In this episode I catch up with senior yoga teacher Shane Turner to talk about how a spiritual practice can look very different for different people, but also how we can use different practices to support us through hard times and through sobriety. Shane also takes us through a simple breath-work practice, which I recommend you do when you are sitting down and definitely not whilst driving. We also talk about finding joy and purpose in the most mundane of chores. I loved this conversation recorded during one of the HIQA grads group calls which Shane was a special guest on.
To reach out to Shane please go to www.thepranaproject.com
To sign up for the next HIQA challenge please go to www.iquitalcohol.com
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