In this episode we chat to Luke Bayliss who joins us on the podcast eight months into his recovery from alcohol and drug addiction.

It's been a long journey to sobriety for Luke and please be aware that we cover some triggering topics in the episode including drug abuse, drink driving, relapse and mental health issues. He also discusses the link between understanding the nature of his ADHD diagnosis and how this contributed to his substance abuse.

We are delighted that the Luke who joined us on the pod is happy, healthy and excited for everything that lies ahead for him. He has shared his story with us to show that there is a way out of a spiral and things can change, no matter how dark it can seem.

This conversation is frank and doesn't hold back but it also provides hope for the future. If you would like to follow Luke as his sober journey continues, you can find him on Instagram @llukebayliss

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We'd love to hear your story - please get in touch with us directly at [email protected] or go to our website, www.overtheinfluence.co.uk

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Links:

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Disclaimer:

All views expressed in this podcast are of the participants themselves, and not necessarily those of Over The Influence (OTI) Ltd. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this podcast is done at your own risk. We are not medical professionals but normal people giving their own experiences of removing alcohol from their lives, and as such this podcast should not be considered professional advice. If you are dependent on alcohol, or think you may be, we strongly recommend that you seek professional medical advice.

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Helpful Hashtags:

We found hashtags and sober social media accounts really helpful in our early days alcohol free, as following them can help to reinforce that you are not alone! These are some of the hashtags we've followed:

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