How I quit alcohol by Danni Carr

04.27.2024

228. How to Avoid A Happy Life and how to create one with Julia Lawrinson

In this episode I catch up with author Julia Lawrinson to chat about her newest book, How To Avoid A Happy Life and her journey with alcohol and sobriety. We chat about Julia's rocky upbringing, her Mum's relationship with...

04.21.2024

227. Evolution; beyond sobriety with Lucy Quick

In this episode I catch up with Former owner of Thrivalist, High Performance Coach, Lucy Quick. We talk about what her life looked like before sobriety, working in corporate, having no off switch, being the drunkest and living...

04.13.2024

226. Triggers and why is change so damn hard with Dr Luke Sniewski

In this episode, I catch up with the incredible Dr. Luke Sniewski to talk about triggers and change. We delve into why change can be such a challenge and how we can navigate it without just swapping one bad habit...

03.30.2024

225. Solo cast - Coping with loneliness in sobriety

Feelings of loneliness can be a big trigger and cause of relapse for many people. What is your relationship like with being alone? This episode is great for anyone who struggles with being alone, or is used...

03.23.2024

224. Fenella's story, a chronic relapser on the rehab wheel saved by tough love.

In this episode, I catch up with my friend Fenella, who's been sober for nearly four years now. Her story is truly profound. Fenella battled Anorexia during her teens, a struggle that nearly took her life. It all started...

03.16.2024

223. When you punish yourself for not being able to moderate, anger, dopamine and more with biochmeist Gillian Tietz

In this episode I catch up with the host of Sober Powered Podcast, Gillian Tietz. Gill is a bio chemist and also runs programs for anger management and quitting drinking. Getting sober she uses her biochemistry background to teach...

03.10.2024

222. Going on a clarity bender with Dallas Frasca

In this episode I catch up with an old mate and drinking buddy, musician Dallas Frasca. Dallas chats about how growing up around partying really normalised alcohol for her from a very young age. Growing up in the...

03.02.2024

221. Edging towards your wildest dreams with Jade Lee

In this episode I catch up with HIQA grad, Jade Lee again on the podcast. Jade is a yoga, breathwork and meditation teacher, coach, author and is about to lead a group of lucky people on a trek to...

02.24.2024

220. Living with the scars of the past with Everclear front man, Art Alexakis. * content warning*

***** TRIGGER WARNING we talk about the rape of a child in this episode********** In this episode, I have a wonderful conversation with Art Alexakis, the lead singer of, Everclear. Art opens up about his struggles with addiction, starting at...

02.20.2024

219. Taking accountability for empowerment and change - solo minicast with Danni

If we don't take accountability for our actions and for our lives, how do we grow as humans? Taking accountability means being honest with ourselves first and foremost, and I believe that honesty is what allows growth and helps...

02.17.2024

218. Making space for our emotions and cultivating compassion for parents in or out of recovery with Thea Baker

In this episode I catch up with Psychotherapist Thea Baker. We delve into the profound impact of our parents' addiction, exploring the wounds it created and the journey of holding and healing as adults. We chat about creating space...

02.14.2024

217. Making your relapse mean something - solo mini cast

Don't let your relapse stop you from reaching out for help. A relapse can be a wonderful teacher. Tune in to hear why and the questions you can ask yourself. For coaching on relapse book in a...

02.10.2024

216. Managing OCD, sobriety and making Mindful Men with Simon Rinne

In this episode I catch up with social worker and the founder of Mindful Men Simon Rinne. Simon developed OCD tendencies in childhood which intensified in his teens. The only way he could slow his mind down was by...

02.03.2024

215. The awakening of Paul the sober plumber

***** TRIGGER WARNING WE DO DISCUSS SUICIDAL IDEATIONS IN THIS EPISODE **** In this episode I catch up with Paul the Sober Plumber who as of the day of this recording has just ticked over one year sober. ...

01.30.2024

214. Tuning in to your wounded parts for deep healing with Drew Wild

In this episode I catch up sobriety and co-dependacy coach, Drew Wild. In this episode we hear about Drew's on personal story with addiction and his healing as well as his work with clients. We talked about the...

01.27.2024

213. Choosing sobriety when you're not a heavy drinker with musician Andrea Kirwin

In this episode, I catch up with with Sunshine Coast musician Andrea Kirwin, who is navigating the early stages of her sobriety journey and already experiencing the positive changes that come with a life without alcohol. Andrea shares her...

01.25.2024

212. Dealing with stress for maintaining sobriety- mini solo cast.

In this mini solocast, I'm diving into the stress and its ties to addiction and relapse. I chat about the importance of pinpointing life stressors and figure out how to cut them down or remove them. Explore the impact...

01.20.2024

211. Unpacking and understanding what we are really craving - solocast

Asking ourselves what am I really craving can be a game changer. In this solocast I look into the deeper questions around our craving and what might really be happening for us when we are craving. I...

01.13.2024

210. Accepting yourself as you truly are with Garrett Kato

In this episode, I catch up musician and producer Garrett Kato. Hailing from Vancouver, Garrett shares his journey of navigating through various social circles during his upbringing, and the challenges he faced in finding his place. Garrett talks about...

01.11.2024

209. Taking care of your nervous system with these self soothing techniques

How do you find comfort when your nervous system is in distress? Explore the drawbacks of numbing or distraction in this solo minicast. Discover cues signaling the need for self-soothing exercises and understand that cravings often indicate an underlying...

01.06.2024

208. Fear, honesty and how to protect your sobriety with Kate DeAraugo

In this episode I catch up with Australian Idol winner Kate DeAraugo about her podcast Why Do I Feel This Way and her incredible journey into 6 years sobriety. We talk about how Kate keeps herself sober and the importance...

01.01.2024

207. 7 Steps to creating your best life - solo minisode with Danni

In this solo minisode for the New Year, I am celebrating 6 years of sobriety, and creating the life that you want. How do we create the life we want? I share in this episode some of...

12.22.2023

206. Dealing with all the emotions of Christmas with Lyndal Hunt

In this episode I catch up with Lyndal Hunt. We talk about all the massive emotions that can show up time of year and how we can deal with them. We answer some questions that were sent through for us...

12.16.2023

205. Accessing your own wisdom and your inner coach with Ash Grunwald

In this episode Ash and I chat about recruiting your inner coach or inner caring committee to help through tough times. How journaling with your inner coach or caring committee can give you some space from your thoughts. ...

12.09.2023

204. Committing with big wave surfer Jamie Mitchell

In this episode, I catch up with renowned big wave surfer Jamie Mitchell. He shares his journey from nearly hitting rock bottom to absolutely charging in life! We delve into the parallels between navigating towering waves and managing intense emotions....

12.02.2023

203. Holiday tips and how honesty about your feelings changes everything with Sarah Rusbatch

In this episode I catch up with sober coach, author and mentor Sarah Rusbatch. We talk about how insecurities from her early childhood fed into a need to be accepted and liked and how alcohol fulled that desire to be...

11.25.2023

202. Manifesting healing and change with Àine O'Neill

In this episode, I catch up with Irish Actor and TV presenter Àine O'Neill. Our discussion delves into the profound impact of alcohol on her family, recounting the heart-wrenching losses of her teenage sister in a tragic accident and, decades...

11.18.2023

201. I was bored, I was unhappy so I would drink with Jamiroquai drummer Derrick McKenzie

In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Derrick McKenzie, DJ and drummer from the iconic band Jamiroquai. Derrick opened up about the profound impact of racism during his formative years and how alcohol became a...

11.11.2023

200. Stopping the bullshit with Dan Sultan

In this episode I catch up with legendary Australian musician Dan Sultan. Dan and I have a really candid discussion about his life with alcohol and his recovery. Being an extremely shy person, Dan used alcohol to help...

11.07.2023

199. Sleep and liver support in early sobriety with Jules Galloway

In this episode Jules Galloway, naturopath and fatigue whisperer is back in the zoom room to talk all about liver support and sleep in early sobriety. Jules is such a wealth of knowledge, we do a deep dive into the...

11.04.2023

198. The long road to salvation. Drugs, alcohol and rock 'n roll with Steve Balbi

In this episode we delve into the remarkable life of musician Steve Balbi, founding member of Noiseworks and Electric Hippies. Like his music career Steve's exposure to drugs and alcohol started early from the age of 16 he was thrown...

11.04.2023

197. The importance of choosing the right people Mark Purser

Today on the podcast Mark Purser and I go deep into the importance of the relationships in our lives and how we are influenced by those closest to us, so choose them wisely. To reach out to Mark go...

10.28.2023

196. From IV drug use and alcohol abuse to changing lives with Jack Nagle

I was so blown away to have this incredible soul on the podcast, Jack Nagle from the Real Drug Talk podcast. Playing basketball at a high level being coached by Andrew Gaze, Jack went from being fit...

10.24.2023

195. Dealing with emotional flashbacks and complex trauma with Jeannie O'Carroll

This episode myself and the How I Quit Alcohol Grads group were lucky enough to have a workshop with Psychotherapist Jeannie O'Carroll. We chat about CPTSD Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and emotional flashback which often accompany...

10.21.2023

194. I used to drink in desperation with 22 year old Wakka Wakka man Burung Shillingsworth

In this episode I catch up with Wakka Wakka man Burung Shillingsworth. Burung is 22 years old and has been on the sobriety journey for some time now. He is on a mission to help not only indigenous...

10.14.2023

193. An accidental daily drinker and the courage to change with Vari McKechnie

In this episode I catch up with Scottish Australian, Vari McKechnie. Vari is a certified coach, author an buisessnes mentor, who grew up in Glasgow and now resides on the Mornington Peninsula in Australia. Vari and I talk...

10.10.2023

192. When things don't go to plan, a journey of acceptance and surrender with Sam Brown

In this episode I catch up with breathwork, meditation and yoga teacher, Sam Brown. Sam recently lost her beautiful Mum to lung cancer which has been a big journey for Sam of letting go. Sam and I chat...

10.07.2023

191. I don't ever want to do this again with now sober bartender - Adam Tustin

In this epic episode I chat with New Orleans bar tender Adam Tustin. Adam reached out to me to share his incredible story of going from a heavy daily drinker working in the hospitality industry to literally going sober...

10.03.2023

190. Meeting yourself with movement specialist and somatic therapist Sarah Mackay-Wiggers

In this episode I catch up with movement specialist and somatic therapist Sarah Mackay-Wiggers. In this episode we talk about Why we rejecting our highest values. The impact of holding on and being able to let go. Become aware of unconscious...

09.30.2023

189. Seeking freedom through alcohol and then finding it with sobriety with Emily Walter

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....

09.26.2023

188. Hoping for the best and preparing for the worst while staying sober. Grieving well with Katherine Dunell

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...

09.23.2023

187. The importance of self compassion and meeting your own standards with Ellissia Campbell

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...

09.19.2023

186. The importance of filling your bucket and stepping into a bigger life with Mark Purser

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...

09.16.2023

185. Early days and getting "Easier" with Grammy nominated producer Lach Bostock from Indie Pop Band Mansionair

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,...

09.12.2023

184. Manhood, mates and mental health - with Rob Mills

In this episode I catch up with musician, actor, author and mens mental health ambassador. During our chat, we explore the themes covered in his book, "Putting On A Show," which delves into subjects like manhood, the importance of...

09.09.2023

183. From a homeless substance abuser to a multi million dollar business owner Goose McGrath

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...

09.05.2023

182. How has sobriety affected your relationship with the Grads Group

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...

09.02.2023

181. The healing power of connecting to your voice with singer Saritah

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...

08.30.2023

180. The simplicity of spirituality and finding joy in the mundane with Shane Turner

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...

08.26.2023

179. From shame around quitting, to owning it with Celeste Yvonne

In this episode, I chat with Celeste Yvonne, a certified recovery coach and author known for her impactful essays on parenting, mommy wine culture, and sobriety. With over two decades of communication experience, Celeste's work has been featured in renowned...

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