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In this episode of "Coming to Your Senses," Jules speaks with Brian Crowther, co-founder and MD of Flower & White, about his personal journey of giving up alcohol after decades of habitual drinking. Brian opens up about the gradual nudges, the challenges of social expectations, and the surprising benefits that came with living alcohol-free for over a year. They explore the ripple effect his decision has had on friends and family, the shift in cultural attitudes toward drinking, and the simple yet powerful practice he uses to navigate life's chaos.
About Brian:
I was brought up in Holmfirth, spending many a day falling off bikes and running wild in the Pennine hills. My teenage/early twenties were a super social time, and I enjoyed the partying life that clubbing, studying at uni, working in the States, and moving to London brought. Often a little too much.
Having met Leanne (my wife) in London, we’ve slowly taken off our partying shoes and begun the arduous task of learning to be a grown-up, building a business, and bringing into the world three wonderful kids, Maggie, Bonnie, and Rhys (not to mention the long list of family pets!).
I’m still very much that 20-year-old trapped in the body of an increasingly aching 47-year-old. I now spend my favourite time in the fells in the lakes trying desperately to rebuild on the fitness of youth that once was.
I know more about meringue than I ever thought was possible, and wish I knew more about business than I do. Every day is a school day! I try not to sweat the small stuff and best ignore the ‘what ifs’ until after the decision is made. The safety net will emerge once you’ve taken the leap.
My mantra is ‘It only hurts until the pain goes away’, which was taught to the woodwork summer camp kids by Theo (an old sage instructor). But I apply this to all areas of adversity (parenting, fell racing, board meetings!) and it's SO TRUE. It always passes. Making a difference isn’t easy and can often be painful – but the outcome I know will be worth it.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brian-crowther-4260981a
Website: www.flowerandwhite.co.uk
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@flowerandwhite
About Jules:
Jules Wyman is a speaker and coach who loves to shatter the illusions around confidence. Her work has been described as insightful, empowering, refreshingly raw and grounded. She is known for her empathetic style and honesty about her journey.
As a transformational confidence coach she now shares her discoveries with clients and audiences around the world, dispelling many of the common held myths - myths that keep us Revolving rather than Evolving.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juleswyman/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juleswymanuk
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/juleswyman
Website: https://juleswyman.online
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/confidencerevolution
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In this episode of "Coming to Your Senses," Jules speaks with Brian Crowther, co-founder and MD of Flower & White, about his personal journey of giving up alcohol after decades of habitual drinking. Brian opens up about the gradual nudges, the challenges of social expectations, and the surprising benefits that came with living alcohol-free for over a year. They explore the ripple effect his decision has had on friends and family, the shift in cultural attitudes toward drinking, and the simple yet powerful practice he uses to navigate life's chaos.
About Brian:
I was brought up in Holmfirth, spending many a day falling off bikes and running wild in the Pennine hills. My teenage/early twenties were a super social time, and I enjoyed the partying life that clubbing, studying at uni, working in the States, and moving to London brought. Often a little too much.
Having met Leanne (my wife) in London, we’ve slowly taken off our partying shoes and begun the arduous task of learning to be a grown-up, building a business, and bringing into the world three wonderful kids, Maggie, Bonnie, and Rhys (not to mention the long list of family pets!).
I’m still very much that 20-year-old trapped in the body of an increasingly aching 47-year-old. I now spend my favourite time in the fells in the lakes trying desperately to rebuild on the fitness of youth that once was.
I know more about meringue than I ever thought was possible, and wish I knew more about business than I do. Every day is a school day! I try not to sweat the small stuff and best ignore the ‘what ifs’ until after the decision is made. The safety net will emerge once you’ve taken the leap.
My mantra is ‘It only hurts until the pain goes away’, which was taught to the woodwork summer camp kids by Theo (an old sage instructor). But I apply this to all areas of adversity (parenting, fell racing, board meetings!) and it's SO TRUE. It always passes. Making a difference isn’t easy and can often be painful – but the outcome I know will be worth it.
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brian-crowther-4260981a
Website: www.flowerandwhite.co.uk
Threads: https://www.threads.com/@flowerandwhite
About Jules:
Jules Wyman is a speaker and coach who loves to shatter the illusions around confidence. Her work has been described as insightful, empowering, refreshingly raw and grounded. She is known for her empathetic style and honesty about her journey.
As a transformational confidence coach she now shares her discoveries with clients and audiences around the world, dispelling many of the common held myths - myths that keep us Revolving rather than Evolving.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juleswyman/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juleswymanuk
Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/juleswyman
Website: https://juleswyman.online
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/JulesWymanConfidenceCoach
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/confidencerevolution