This week on the One Year No Beer Podcast Ruari welcome’s Cecilia Quirke onto the show. 
  
 They discuss Ceeclia’s relationship with alcohol over the years, how having kids and getting divorced impacted her drinking habits.
  
 Cecilia joined OYNB in 2018 because she was using drinking as a way to overcome stress. She no longer could manage how much she was drinking and decided to do something about it. She recently finished the Complete Control programme. The Covid lockdowns ended up making her fully stop drinking because she had no reason or way to go out drinking. She loves the community and has quit drinking for the foreseeable future. 
  
 In this episode you will learn:
   Cecilia's relationship with alcohol and how it progressed over time
 Why she joined One Year No Beer
 Her experience of the Complete Control programme
   
 For more information on what is shared in this episode and to try the Complete Control program for yourself head to https://icantakecontrol.com/cc/
  
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Taking Complete Control with Cecilia Quirke

The OYNB Podcast is the show created to inspire you to take the steps needed to Finally Transform Your Relationship With Alcohol.
This podcast will help you to kick start your healthy habits and reconnect with your true self by taking you on the journey of becoming the most productive, present and healthiest version of yourself. You’ll hear the inspiring, motivating and thought-provoking stories of some of the 80,000+ OYNB members who have changed their lives and now enjoy improved sleep, being more productive, reducing anxiety levels, losing weight and feeling noticeably better just by taking a break from booze.
If you are thinking about changing your relationship with alcohol, or you are alcohol-free, then this podcast will not only give you top tips, ideas, strategies and support but also motivate and inspire you to totally transform your life!
Learn more about OYNB and how it could help change your relationship with alcohol - https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/complete-control-program/?el=podcast 
If you are ready to take a challenge and join our alcohol-free community, you can test it for 28, 90 or 365 days through one of our programmes: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/challenges-uk/?el=podcast.

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Welcome to a special highlights episode of the OYNB podcast!
As we wrap up Series 3, we're excited to revisit some of the most impactful, thought-provoking, and life-changing conversations we've had. Our goal has always been to provide you with insights and principles that, when put into practice, can truly transform your life. That's the essence of this podcast—to be a catalyst for positive change.
Today, we have a selection of our most memorable guests and compelling discussions. We believe these conversations hold immense value, and if they resonate with you, we invite you to share this episode with anyone in your circle who may benefit from reassessing their relationship with alcohol.
In this episode, you'll hear from a diverse range of voices, including scientists, inspiring speakers, innovative business leaders, and Complete Control stories from members who have taken back control of their lives. Each story and perspective offers unique insights and practical wisdom that can help you on your journey.
Explore a new chapter in your relationship with alcohol and learn more about OYNB and how we can help you make the change: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/complete-control-program/?el=podcast
If you are ready to take a challenge and see how a break from alcohol can make a huge impact on your overall health and performance, you can visit our challenges and give it a go for 28, 90 or 365 days: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/challenges-uk/?el=podcast
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Alcohol is Holding You Back - OYNB Podcast Highlights

Hey everyone! We've reached the final episode of Series 3, and what a wild ride it's been! We've had awesome guests, scientists, cool speakers, and some real game-changing Complete Control stories. Series 4 is up next, and we're cranking it up a notch! But for now, let's kick back and enjoy Scott's journey with Complete Control and how he's rocked the changes in his relationship with alcohol. Enjoy! 
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Stepping away from the bright lights and roar of the crowd isn't easy, especially when it means confronting the silence within. That's the reality Scott, a former NHL icon, faced when he hung up his skates and embarked on a soul-searching journey towards sobriety.
Prepare to strip away the glittering veneer of a professional athlete to uncover a culture of excess and the daunting pressures athletes endure, both on and off the ice. Scott's candid account of his struggles, from the allure of match-day highs topping the leaderboard, to the devastating lows of retirement from the professional game, paint a brutally honest snapshot of professional sport in 2024.
In an intimate exchange, Scott tells coach Jen Fairbairns how he swapped pucks for introspection, and alcohol for authenticity. Hear how the Complete Control program transformed him when he was at his most vulnerable and how he hopes lasting peace can be found through meditation and community.
The ice was Scott's battlefield, despite the inevitable physical injuries from match fixtures, his scars ran deeper with regular battles still fought his mind.
Learn more about OYNB and how it could help change your relationship with alcohol - https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/complete-control-program/?el=podcast 
If you are ready to take a challenge and join our alcohol-free community, you can test it for 28, 90 or 365 days through one of our programmes: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/challenges-uk/?el=podcast
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How an NHL Player Found Inner-Peace by Taking Control of Alcohol

Coming from a successful famous family sounds like it could be the perfect life, but for Scott Thomas, it exposed him to a world of temptation; as a club promoter and regular attendee at glitzy product launches as a PR company owner in his home town of Manchester.
This explosive episode lifts the lid on the complexities of fame, identity, and the way public life's pressures can shape - and sometimes distort - one's future. Hear how Scott, best known for his time on reality TV show Love Island, publicly trod the path to sobriety, and how his personal battle with compulsive behaviours played out in the papers, rather than behind closed doors.
Ruari and Scott also discuss living with an ADHD diagnosis and the clarity that it can bring to your life at a time when you're learning how to manage compulsive behaviours. Opening up about how community continues to play a critical role in his sobriety, Scott offers some strategies and support for those facing similar hurdles.
Scott's story is full of empowerment, and charts a journey in which alcohol became denormalized, breaking free from the grasp it had on his daily life. The transformation from surviving to thriving demonstrates that with the right support, everyone can change their relationship with alcohol. Whether under the lens of publicity, or privately.
Learn more about our guest Scott Thomas here: 
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If you are ready to take a challenge and join our alcohol-free community, you can test it for 28, 90 or 365 days through one of our programmes: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/challenges-uk/?el=podcast
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Scott Thomas on Breaking the Chains of Alcohol

In this deeply honest episode, Jen is joined by OYNB member Susie to discuss her shift from overindulgence to finding inner peace.
Three years ago, after many summers filled with excessive alcohol consumption leading to a strain on her marriage and wider relationships, and with the social hangover outlasting the warm weather, Susie decided it was time to finally change her relationship with alcohol.
After finding OYNB through social media, Susie embarked on an 8 week Complete Control challenge, finding her tribe with the other participants who were in a similar situation, by taking full advantage of the community that the program provided. Reflecting on her experience, Susie explains how important the role of daily routines are in sustaining a healthier lifestyle, how she rediscovered who she was by admitting her imperfections and how therapy brought about profound changes in all her relationships.
As her coach, Jen celebrates the successful transformation that Susie has undergone, describing her as “a powerhouse”. For anyone looking to make a positive change to their behaviours, Susie’s story is truly inspirational. This episode dismantles the misconceptions surrounding sobriety, and instead celebrates the clarity and care that come from making healthier choices.
Learn more about OYNB and how it could help change your relationship with alcohol - https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/complete-control-program/?el=podcast 
If you are ready to take a challenge and join our alcohol-free community, you can test it for 28, 90 or 365 days through one of our programmes: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/challenges-uk/?el=podcast
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Healing Through Community: Susie's Complete Control Story

Join the ranks of those who dare to live a life of discipline and purpose, as we sit down with the indomitable Joe De Sena. Get ready to be challenged and inspired by Joe’s relentless pursuit of resilience, where actions speak louder than words. Hear tales of early morning workouts where a true test of character is part of the daily grind. Joe’s "nobody cares, work harder" mantra isn’t just a catchphrase; it’s a call to arms to anyone who is looking to inspire change and lead by a powerful example. But the path to success isn’t paved with protein shake; it’s full of trials and the occasional stumble.
In this motivational episode, we break down the notion that young people should be shielded from adversity. Instead, we explore the benefits of letting them experience the rich lessons that come from pushing past our comfort zones. With Joe’s insight and Ruari’s own parenting journey, we discuss the benefits that instilling grit and a strong work ethic from an early age can have.
We also hear about how life changing taking part in a Spartan race can be. These races are more than just physical challenges; they’re transformative opportunities that allow participants to take greater control over their life choices, including the decision to say ‘no’ to alcohol.
Joe is a huge tour de force; so for those on a new year health kick, or having already taken steps towards taking control over compulsive behaviours, this episode is the motivation YOU need.
Learn more about our guest Joe De Sena here: 

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Learn more about OYNB and how it could help change your relationship with alcohol - https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/complete-control-program/?el=podcast 
If you are ready to take a challenge and join our alcohol-free community, you can test it for 28, 90 or 365 days through one of our programmes: https://go.oneyearnobeer.com/challenges-uk/?el=podcast
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Taking Complete Control with Cecilia Quirke

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