Menace to Sobriety

This week Daniel is joined by Elliott Wald for a Christmas Special! They will be discussing Daniel’s journey from last Christmas to now, the struggles that people with addiction face over the holiday period; particularly from peer pressure, at work parties and the pressure to take part with friends & family. Daniel and Elliott will be reflecting on the year as it draws to an end and giving their advice to those that may need it over the festive holidays. Hi guys, I’m coming to a town near you! If you enjoyed my podcast, come and see me live, my tour is on sale now!!  Daniel O’Reilly is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK, with fans that have grown up with him through the years! He has had many characters, but for this live show he's going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far.From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father he’s been on some rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you’ve got your seat belt on!CHECK OUT DAPPERS upcoming tour for 2024!https://www.laughsmerch.com/tour-dates Menace II Sobriety Live brings the up & coming podcast to the live stage; hosted by Daniel O'Reilly and a special guest, no topic is off-limits. Combining humour with stories and issues which both Daniel and the audience will have experienced, whether first hand or through someone they know. Offering an environment for people to openly discuss their struggles was Daniel's main focus behind starting the podcast, as well as his M.A.T.E group; so now he also brings it to the stage and to the public.  What can people expect at the live podcast:Join Daniel at Menace II Sobriety Live, as he discusses all things sobriety, ADHD, mental health and more. The podcastwill be recorded live with a special guest, including audience interaction and finishing with an open Q&A. Daniel will not only be discussing sobriety, but everything life throws at us, and he would love for you to join him. Bring your tissues and your sense of humour, because we have no idea what topics will be discussed, but whatever the conversation, it'll be a supportive environment and may contain some dad jokes.  Story behind the podcast:The Menace II Sobriety podcast was set up after Daniel faced his own battles with sobriety, ADHD, mental health and certain life scenarios. He set up a M.A.T.E group on Facebook, so that men could support men in an accessible, open and friendly environment. Upon seeing the responses from men around the world to some of the posts on the group, Daniel was blown away by the kindness and support of strangers. This led him to create the podcast, inviting a range of guests from different backgrounds, sharing his own personal experiences & struggles; and now, opening up to the public in a live environment, where people can come along and watch in-person, or get involved in the audience interaction.  Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

In this episode, Dan is joined by Hayley, a qualified associate psychological practitioner (see more here: https://pmac.uk/about-us/).  With Hayley facing her own struggles over the years, suffering an eating disorder in her teens, losing her mum to alcohol 8 years ago and recently being diagnosed with severe ADHD. Hayley hasn’t touched alcohol in a year and a half after disliking the effects that alcohol has.  Despite their struggles, Hayley and her partner have worked hard to start their business and get it off the ground. Hayley brings her fantastic energy and passion as she joins Dan to discuss the psychological aspects of addiction, ADHD and mental health/wellbeing. Hi guys, I’m coming to a town near you! If you enjoyed my podcast, come and see me live, my tour is on sale now!!  Daniel O’Reilly is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK, with fans that have grown up with him through the years! He has had many characters, but for this live show he's going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far.From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father he’s been on some rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you’ve got your seat belt on!CHECK OUT DAPPERS upcoming tour for 2024!https://www.laughsmerch.com/tour-dates Menace II Sobriety Live brings the up & coming podcast to the live stage; hosted by Daniel O'Reilly and a special guest, no topic is off-limits. Combining humour with stories and issues which both Daniel and the audience will have experienced, whether first hand or through someone they know. Offering an environment for people to openly discuss their struggles was Daniel's main focus behind starting the podcast, as well as his M.A.T.E group; so now he also brings it to the stage and to the public.  What can people expect at the live podcast:Join Daniel at Menace II Sobriety Live, as he discusses all things sobriety, ADHD, mental health and more. The podcastwill be recorded live with a special guest, including audience interaction and finishing with an open Q&A. Daniel will not only be discussing sobriety, but everything life throws at us, and he would love for you to join him. Bring your tissues and your sense of humour, because we have no idea what topics will be discussed, but whatever the conversation, it'll be a supportive environment and may contain some dad jokes.  Story behind the podcast:The Menace II Sobriety podcast was set up after Daniel faced his own battles with sobriety, ADHD, mental health and certain life scenarios. He set up a M.A.T.E group on Facebook, so that men could support men in an accessible, open and friendly environment. Upon seeing the responses from men around the world to some of the posts on the group, Daniel was blown away by the kindness and support of strangers. This led him to create the podcast, inviting a range of guests from different backgrounds, sharing his own personal experiences & struggles; and now, opening up to the public in a live environment, where people can come along and watch in-person, or get involved in the audience interaction.   https://bigbellycomedy.club/event/menace-ii-sobriety-live-podcast/Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

In this episode, Dan is joined by Ollie Ollerton, ex-alcoholic, former UK Special Forces operative and one of the founding Directing Staff on Channel 4’s SAS: Who Dares Wins; delving into all things mindset!  Ollie discussed being attacked by a chimp as a child, before embarking on his career beginning in the Royal Marine Commandos aged 18, taking part in multiple tours and going on to join the Special Boat Service; undertaking a number of high-profile missions and piloting the Submersible Dive Vessel.  We hear about Ollie’s success since his time in the Special Forces and all of his accomplishments along the way. Now helping others to change their limiting beliefs, improve their motivation, productivity and wellbeing. Ollie works on his business ‘BreakPoint’ to continue benefitting others by drawing from his personal experiences.  As a multiple best-selling author, powerful motivational speaker and advocate for mental health; Ollie opens up about his incredible life experiences and what’s next on his journey.Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Join Dan as he chats with Lorri Haines, entrepreneur and family man from Essex. Lorri is the CEO of mental health and well-being app ‘Shoorah’ which launched in 2023 and has run multiple successful business ventures since he was a teenager. Lorri also stars in an ITV show with his fiancée; Ferne McCann: My Family & Me. Lorri Haines delves into his past, growing up with an alcoholic mother, who went through many partners. This resulted in lots of different male figures in Lorri’s life; all of whom were drinkers and led to Lorri being neglected emotionally. After facing trauma from an early age, Lorri has become very focused on both mental and physical health, constantly working on himself, so he can be the best version for his family. Lorri is also an ambassador for alcohol charity Nacoa UK, helping others who have been affected by their parents drinking.  https://instagram.com/lozzahaines?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA== https://instagram.com/shoorah?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA== Hi guys, I’m coming to a town near you! If you enjoyed my podcast, come and see me live, my tour is on sale now!!  Daniel O’Reilly is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK, with fans that have grown up with him through the years! He has had many characters, but for this live show he's going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far.From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father he’s been on some rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you’ve got your seat belt on!CHECK OUT DAPPERS upcoming tour for 2024!https://www.laughsmerch.com/tour-dates Menace II Sobriety Live brings the up & coming podcast to the live stage; hosted by Daniel O'Reilly and a special guest, no topic is off-limits. Combining humour with stories and issues which both Daniel and the audience will have experienced, whether first hand or through someone they know. Offering an environment for people to openly discuss their struggles was Daniel's main focus behind starting the podcast, as well as his M.A.T.E group; so now he also brings it to the stage and to the public.  What can people expect at the live podcast:Join Daniel at Menace II Sobriety Live, as he discusses all things sobriety, ADHD, mental health and more. The podcastwill be recorded live with a special guest, including audience interaction and finishing with an open Q&A. Daniel will not only be discussing sobriety, but everything life throws at us, and he would love for you to join him. Bring your tissues and your sense of humour, because we have no idea what topics will be discussed, but whatever the conversation, it'll be a supportive environment and may contain some dad jokes.  Story behind the podcast:The Menace II Sobriety podcast was set up after Daniel faced his own battles with sobriety, ADHD, mental health and certain life scenarios. He set up a M.A.T.E group on Facebook, so that men could support men in an accessible, open and friendly environment. Upon seeing the responses from men around the world to some of the posts on the group, Daniel was blown away by the kindness and support of strangers. This led him to create the podcast, inviting a range of guests from different backgrounds, sharing his own personal experiences & struggles; and now, opening up to the public in a live environment, where people can come along and watch in-person, or get involved in the audience interaction. https://bigbellycomedy.club/event/menace-ii-sobriety-live-podcast/Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan chats with Terry Devine, discussing his journey from ‘hopeless, hope-to-die street level junkie’, to being 11 years clean and a life coach.  Terry shares his experiences as an ex heroin user of 20 years, which included bouts of homelessness, sofa-surfing, eating out of bins & suicide attempts. After attempting numerous ways to get clean, Terry reached his spiritual rock bottom, until he found the 12-step process. Along with additional resources Terry has been clean and abstinent ever since.  Terry discusses everything he’s achieved since recovery, all of the highs and lows. How he always felt useless and worthless, but changed his idea of himself and is now married, a father and helping others break free from the pattern of addiction.Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan chats with Carl Crowley, ex-armed forces to up & coming motivational therapist, as he opens up about his childhood trauma, addictions and breakdown of relationships. Carl shares his story, dealing with the death of loved ones, the struggles of dealing with anxiety, depression & being overweight, along with his alcohol & drug addiction. Talking about his divorce, losing his children and attempting suicide on multiple occasions. By turning his life around & taking accountability, Carl lost 6 stone, stopped drinking & drugs, has completed marathons, gained multiple diplomas in psychology & depression councilling; and has now gathered a mass following on social media. Carl continues to inspire people in the UK & world wide by being positive, honest and open, holding nothing back in this podcast with Dan. https://instagram.com/carlcrowleyverified?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA== Hi guys, I’m coming to a town near you! If you enjoyed my podcast, come and see me live, my tour is on sale now!! Daniel O’Reilly is still boasting one of the largest, strongest, most loyal and fastest growing social media followings in the UK, with fans that have grown up with him through the years! He has had many characters, but for this live show he's going ‘Out Of Character’ to stand up as he brings the laughs and looks back on the mischief, the mistakes and the madness of his career so far. From losing it all, battling addiction and becoming a father he’s been on some rollercoaster and wants you to come for a ride with him, so grab your tickets now and make sure you’ve got your seat belt on! CHECK OUT DAPPERS upcoming tour for 2024! https://www.laughsmerch.com/tour-dates Menace II Sobriety Live brings the up & coming podcast to the live stage; hosted by Daniel O'Reilly and a special guest, no topic is off-limits. Combining humour with stories and issues which both Daniel and the audience will have experienced, whether first hand or through someone they know. Offering an environment for people to openly discuss their struggles was Daniel's main focus behind starting the podcast, as well as his M.A.T.E group; so now he also brings it to the stage and to the public. What can people expect at the live podcast: Join Daniel at Menace II Sobriety Live, as he discusses all things sobriety, ADHD, mental health and more. The podcastwill be recorded live with a special guest, including audience interaction and finishing with an open Q&A. Daniel will not only be discussing sobriety, but everything life throws at us, and he would love for you to join him. Bring your tissues and your sense of humour, because we have no idea what topics will be discussed, but whatever the conversation, it'll be a supportive environment and may contain some dad jokes. Story behind the podcast: The Menace II Sobriety podcast was set up after Daniel faced his own battles with sobriety, ADHD, mental health and certain life scenarios. He set up a M.A.T.E group on Facebook, so that men could support men in an accessible, open and friendly environment. Upon seeing the responses from men around the world to some of the posts on the group, Daniel was blown away by the kindness and support of strangers. This led him to create the podcast, inviting a range of guests from different backgrounds, sharing his own personal experiences & struggles; and now, opening up to the public in a live environment, where people can come along and watch in-person, or get involved in the audience interaction. https://bigbellycomedy.club/event/menace-ii-sobriety-live-podcast/Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Join Dan in this episode as he talks to Anna Jasper, a single mum sharing her journey within the throes of addiction, broken family, single parenting, the loss of a loved one and the realisation of the strength it's taken to get this far. Discussing the universal problem of addiction, the effects it can cause to the children of addicted parents and changing the narrative, to ensure people know that 'it's normal to not be normal' and that the most important thing we can do in life is TALK. Anna opens up about her (almost) 8 years sober; how she still battled with depression and suicide, but managed to maintain her sobriety at the lowest point in her life. She shares how seeking help has saved her and that she recognised the effect of her behaviours on her young son, before seeking therapy to help them both. Anna shares insight into the life of a 24 hour drinker, parenting whilst having an addiction and coming to terms with the extreme lows whilst being sober. ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR. Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Join Dan in this episode as he talks to Patrick Fox, a life coach who helps men rethink their relationship with alcohol. They dive into the common misconceptions about drinking, how our minds can trick us into desiring alcohol, and tools to change our thinking and break free from dependency. Patrick shares his own journey to sobriety after one wild December made him realise he needed to stop. He provides insight into dealing with social pressures, overcoming triggers, and cultivating self-belief.  KEY TAKEAWAYS Our brains can become dependent on alcohol by associating it with dopamine rewards from evolution. We then crave it despite the downsides. Write down your reasons for drinking and quitting to expose unhelpful beliefs and create a plan. Focus on what you gain rather than lose from sobriety - freedom, presence, improved relationships. Create "sober firsts" - activities/events tackled without alcohol - to build confidence and new neural pathways. Don't assume others are judging you for not drinking. Often, we project our own insecurities. Patience, planning and practice are key to overcoming urges and sticking to sobriety long-term. Talk to yourself during triggers: "It's just a thought, it will pass." Don't let it dictate your actions. Build willpower by doing hard things like cold plunges. It strengthens your ability to resist temptation.   BEST MOMENTS  "I woke up, I feel absolutely terrible, I’m just so sick of this stuff, man. I’m absolutely done with it." "Tomorrow has not happened. Like, you know, why not go create something different for yourself?" "People don't really care about you. Like they might say something, but they're not going to go home and be thinking about you all night." "Every time you're not drinking, like that’s the unlearning process taking place." "Just because the thought and the feeling is there, it doesn’t have to be acted on. It’s not real." VALUABLE RESOURCES  @thealcoholrethinkproject www.patrickjfox.com CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR. Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan is joined by Howa, a brave woman who shares her harrowing life story involving childhood sexual abuse, mental health struggles, and a battle with addiction spanning over 20 years. Despite multiple suicide attempts and ongoing relapses, Howa remains determined to beat her demons through creative outlets like writing poetry and pursuing a degree in forensic psychology. This raw, emotional episode provides insight into addiction's roots and the failings of the mental health system, while offering hope to those fighting similar battles that recovery is possible if they stay vocal and keep fighting. KEY TAKEAWAYS Childhood trauma like abuse can lead to escapism through addiction later in life. Speaking out early is key. The link between addiction and mental health issues is strong but not well addressed by the current system. Relapse is part of recovery - staying determined and vocal is vital. There is hope. Creativity like writing is an outlet that helps process and share your pain. Educating kids on addiction early could help them avoid future substance abuse. Building a support network and routine helps manage addiction and mental health. Rehab is inaccessible for many - more community services are needed. Past suffering makes you want to stop others from going through the same pain. BEST MOMENTS  "I picked up my first drink at 13. I've literally never been a sophisticated drinker, I fucking hate the taste of drink." "I can remember one instance with my ex-partner, he overdosed on tramadol in my arms. He went into a coma for 10 days." "I feel like I'm trapped and here come the suicide thoughts, because through all of the madness you thought I would have self-taught." "When I make it to 40, it's very hard to see, addiction is ugly and spreads like a disease." "Oh, wow. Wow. Powerful stuff, man. You are, man. You are a, you're a woman of my own heart." "Past suffering makes you want to stop others going through the same pain." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter   ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR. Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan O'Reilly celebrates an incredible milestone - one year sober! In this raw and emotional episode, Dan reflects on the highs and lows of his journey with producer John. They have an honest heart-to-heart, with Dan opening up about his addictions, sobriety struggles, and the taboos around addiction. John asks thoughtful questions to uncover Dan's authentic thoughts and we learn how Dan has found himself, saved his marriage, and reconnected with his purpose. An inspiring episode proving it's never too late to change, with vital advice for anyone considering sobriety. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sobriety gave Dan serenity - for the first time he can relax and be present with his family. He couldn't stand being alone with his thoughts before. Dan used to think "finding himself" was nonsense, now he realises he was truly lost and sobriety helped him reconnect with his true self. Dan urges people to wake up and admit they have a problem if drinking/drugs are ruining their life. The first step is accepting you're an addict. There's a taboo around sobriety for "lads" - Dan wants men to know it's ok to say drinking doesn't serve you anymore without shame. Dan's advice is: if drink/drugs cause chaos in your life but you continue using, you have a problem and it's insanity to keep going. Sobriety gets better and better - push through the hard early days. Dan hated it at first, now he loves the personal growth. Sharing stories helps sobriety. Dan found support and tools from interviewing people, helping him manage unhealthy thoughts. Dan wants to break taboos so people ask for help sooner, instead of being labelled an "addict" when it's very late. BEST MOMENTS  "I'd fucking love to get fucked up. I'd love to sniff a bag of gear. If I'm going to do that, I'm going to get annihilated, right? I'm getting fucked up for one night only." "Just wake up, man. Wake up. You've got a fucking problem. And congratulations, because you're about to start a brand new life and it's fucking amazing." "I can see like the effect that my addictions and how I was has had an effect on the mood of the house and Shelly." "You shouldn't feel that you deserve cocaine or drugs... Cocaine and excess alcohol does nothing but fuck your mental health up, horrifically." "I realised that the taboo with sobriety is like, if you're a lad's lad and your whole existence was around socializing with your friends." "This podcast has inspired me to do this, or like, yeah. I mean, that, that's an amazing thing, like you don't, you don't feel it necessarily because it's almost like digital numbers." CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan hands the reins over to addiction specialist Elliot Wald in this episode. They delve into the changes in Dan's social circle, his mental resilience strategies like boxing, and how Dan's trust had to be rebuilt with his wife Shelley. Elliot administers an impulsivity test to Dan, scoring him at a sky-high 92! They also discuss why addiction is a form of "escapism," the importance of remembering your worst moments, and how to view compulsion versus repulsion. KEY TAKEAWAYS At 303 days sober, Dan has had to stop spending time with a lot of his older friends, focusing just on his wife Shelley and kids. Dan finds boxing and cold water dips build mental resilience against addiction's "impulsivity." To rebuild broken trust, Dan advises addicts to tell spouses: "I want to help to battle this." It took his wife 6-7 months to begin to trust him again. Remembering your worst moments via photos/videos creates a "repulsion" against the "compulsion" to use again. Dan needs affirmations, like follower comments, to stay motivated, but tries to avoid self-absorption. His life can’t only be about him. Group meetings offer accountability and realisation: "I'm not that different" from other addicts. Dan dismisses cruel trolls, focusing instead on helping others, which gives him more satisfaction than when he was a household name on TV. BEST MOMENTS  "When you add a fucking massive mortgage and kids into the mix...you will find out very quickly whether you're an addict or not." "I feel like I've got a sense of imposter syndrome...I'm waiting for impending doom." "If once you pop, you can't stop...you've got a problem, whether it's once a year or every day." "Life's good now. Why do I want to escape?...To get rid of your problem, you've got to stop wanting to escape." VALUABLE RESOURCES Jesse Itzler's book Living With a Seal www.hypnosis.expert.com (Elliot Ward's website) CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter   ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Kirk Norcross Instagram “My name is Kirk Norcross, I’m 34 years old, I had a pretty good run, a TV career which I can’t even remember hardly any of that, drugs consumed my life I always used drugs like an addict but I didn’t use them all the time until my fiancé split up with me for no reason and never gave me a reason and I was so upset, hurt and confused. I started using drugs to self-medicate to shut my brain down to stop thinking and then spiral turned and turned and turned until I was like a wrecking ball everywhere I went every penny I had went on drugs, my whole life revolved around drugs I tried recovery a couple of times and kept relapsing then I lost my due to suicide, and it was like something clicked in my head that I need to step up to the plate and be the man that my father wanted me to be, and from then on, I’ve been so as of today’s date I am 583 days sober haven’t touched any drugs or alcohol or any other mind-influencing substance since then.”   Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan chats with Stewart Lee, author of "Me and My Addiction," about his journey with alcoholism and sobriety. Stewart shares his relatable story, from trying to fit in as an awkward teenager to hitting rock bottom and attempting suicide. He discusses getting and staying sober, including stints in rehab, relapsing at big life events, and finally committing to recovery. Stuart offers insights into addiction psychology and talks about finding purpose through new hobbies like boxing and dance. This raw, honest interview provides many teachable moments about addiction that will resonate with those struggling with their own addiction or that of a loved one. KEY TAKEAWAYS Addiction manifests in teenagers trying to fit in, using substances to find confidence and escape anxiety. The desire can start very young. Hitting rock bottom, like a suicide attempt or threat of violence, may motivate you to get sober but isn't a cure-all. Relapse is common. Major life events like having a baby are often excuses to drink, not opportunities for sobriety. Addiction distorts priorities. Getting sober requires finding new challenges and purposes in life to obsess over, not just avoiding substances. Sobriety gives you priceless memories and relationships that active addiction robs you of. The first thought that comes to an addict’s mind when using is often how to keep using, not regret. People who use moderately can still have unhealthy relationships with substances without realising it BEST MOMENTS  "I woke up and my first thought was 'Oh shit, I haven't succeeded,' when I survived my suicide attempt." "I hoped my newborn daughter would stay in the hospital overnight so I could keep drinking and 'wet the baby's head.'" "Doing a dance competition in front of 400 people was scarier than boxing." "The best highs require the most effort, which is why relapse is so tempting." "Sobriety gives you priceless memories and relationships that money can't buy." "When the addiction takes hold, all I think about is how to keep drinking, not what I'm missing." VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.amazon.co.uk/Me-My-Addiction-Stewart-Lee-ebook/dp/B0C3K9YR25 CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter   ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Kirk Norcross Instagram “My name is Kirk Norcross, I’m 34 years old, I had a pretty good run, a TV career which I can’t even remember hardly any of that, drugs consumed my life I always used drugs like an addict but I didn’t use them all the time until my fiancé split up with me for no reason and never gave me a reason and I was so upset, hurt and confused. I started using drugs to self-medicate to shut my brain down to stop thinking and then spiral turned and turned and turned until I was like a wrecking ball everywhere I went every penny I had went on drugs, my whole life revolved around drugs I tried recovery a couple of times and kept relapsing then I lost my due to suicide, and it was like something clicked in my head that I need to step up to the plate and be the man that my father wanted me to be, and from then on, I’ve been so as of today’s date I am 583 days sober haven’t touched any drugs or alcohol or any other mind-influencing substance since then.”   Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan and Kirk discuss the topic of relapse in the context of sobriety. They share their personal experiences with relapse, highlighting the different ways it can manifest and the challenges it presents. Kirk opens up about his own relapses, detailing the triggers and emotions that led him back to substance use. He reflects on the disappointment and self-blame that accompanied his relapses, as well as the impact they had on his relationships and overall well-being. Kirk and Dan also touch on the importance of support and understanding during the recovery journey, emphasising the need for compassion and self-reflection when addressing relapse. KEY TAKEAWAYS Relapse is a common part of the recovery journey for many individuals struggling with addiction. Relapse can take different forms, from going back to substance use to breaking sobriety commitments. Negative comments and criticism can be triggering and potentially lead to relapse, so it's important to focus on positive support and self-care. Relapse can be a result of feeling overconfident or complacent in one's recovery, leading to a gradual return to addictive behaviours.  Support from loved ones and a strong support system, such as attending meetings or therapy, can be crucial in overcoming a relapse and getting back on track with sobriety. BEST MOMENTS "I'm going to fucking kill myself."  "I just had to do it for my family. Being a better man for everyone." - "I was disheartened with the program of CA because I felt that you let me down."  "I had an endless supply of money in my house… I was going to die." - "I swapped my higher power from God to my father… He's with me every day, helping through my sobriety."  CONTACT US Instagram Facebook ABOUT THE HOST Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

In this episode, Kirk, Dan and producer John explore the concept of hitting rock bottom, the depth of the human experience, how our mind alters with addiction and the manipulation that comes alongside that. They also again discuss the link between neurodivergence and addiction and what we can do as individuals to combat this and answer more questions about sobriety from the community. KEY TAKEAWAYS Going sober is never easy straight away, it will be harder and not that rewarding, to begin with, but in time things and life will improve. Many people with ADHD self-medicate with alcohol and drugs. Those with ADHD also hyperfocus on things and this can be on things like drugs or simply the feeling they give you. With ADHD you have low dopamine levels which means anything that increases it, feels a lot more intense. If you know you have a problem, the time to go sober is now, there is never a good time to start, apart from now. When going sober, the friends that support you are the people you will want around for the rest of your life. Anyone who isn’t supportive were never your real friends. Drink and drugs numb your emotions and feelings, you have to find ways to live with these feelings and deal with them without having the crutch of drugs and alcohol. You need to build up your mental resilience. Dan enjoys his life now, being sober for him is living a real existence. There are so many people struggling with addiction and mental health, and all Dan and Kirk want to do is support and help as many people as they can. BEST MOMENTS   "Sober you is different to drunk or high you, you’ve got to find you” “Anyone with ADHD, they do get addicted” “You’ve got to start beating that inner bitch in your brain, train your mind to do things that you don’t want to do” “I did this podcast to learn about it [being sober] and now we are doing it because we are enjoying it and in turn, we are helping people” "This may be the most important and worthwhile thing I've done in my life" VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter   ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Kirk Norcross Instagram “My name is Kirk Norcross, I’m 34 years old, I had a pretty good run, a TV career which I can’t even remember hardly any of that, drugs consumed my life I always used drugs like an addict but I didn’t use them all the time until my fiancé split up with me for no reason and never gave me a reason and I was so upset, hurt and confused. I started using drugs to self-medicate to shut my brain down to stop thinking and then spiral turned and turned and turned until I was like a wrecking ball everywhere I went every penny I had went on drugs, my whole life revolved around drugs I tried recovery a couple of times and kept relapsing then I lost my due to suicide, and it was like something clicked in my head that I need to step up to the plate and be the man that my father wanted me to be, and from then on, I’ve been so as of today’s date I am 583 days sober haven’t touched any drugs or alcohol or any other mind-influencing substance since then.”   Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Join Kirk and Dan as they talk about the connection between mental health and addiction, the role dopamine plays in how your brain reacts to drink and drugs as well as the stigma many individuals have to face when they have struggles with their mental health, addiction or even with diagnoses such as ADHD and ASD. Dan and Kirk also talk about the shame and mourning they feel for the loss of life to addiction and share many tips and ideas on how to recognise when you have an addiction problem and to start your sober journey. In the second half of the episode, Dan and Kirk tackle questions from the menace to sobriety community including what to replace the sesh with, the role of intimacy in addiction and tips on supporting a friend or family member with addiction too. KEY TAKEAWAYS Those with ADHD are in a dopamine deficit which can predispose them to addiction issues Your dopamine receptors can be altered by addiction, your base line even when not actively drinking or taking drugs is often lower than it should be which can cause anxiety and depression Nerves and excitement aren't the same as anxiety Alcohol is a depressant and has a numbing effect which can be appealing to anyone with neurodiversity or mental health problems Dan doesn’t miss taking cocaine but he does sometimes miss a lot of the effects of alcohol Drinking is a viscous cycle, you are always trying to make yourself feel better when all drinking does is inevitably make you feel worse as it's a depressant  Think about how others close to you see you, this will make you realise what you are doing wrong and can often be the first step to recognising you have an addiction problem Going sober can be frightening, in part because you don’t know what a sober life looks life but don’t be scared of reinventing yourself, embrace it Many people relate to Kirk because of what he has overcome in his life, his mental health struggles and his addiction issues. He is upfront and honest about what he has been through and is an example of what can be achieved Managing your thoughts is an incredibly effective way to manage anxiety and depression but most people aren’t given this information or guided on how they can utilise it You are not your thoughts, you are separate to that. When you can’t separate yourself from your thoughts this is when depression, anxiety and other difficulties can arise There are things you can easily replace drinking and drug taking with including exercise but one of the things you can do most to help you in your sober journey is to learn to combat your intrusive thoughts. Remind yourself what you want from life and why you went sober. The positive feedback and stories Kirk and Dan receive from the community prove that what they are doing is worthwhile, other people can be helped and learn from their difficulties Kirk and Dan will continue to advocate for mens mental health, despite some of the negativity they receive. Men are not weak for having emotions or struggling with their mental health BEST MOMENTS  "I’m definitely addicted to costa coffee” “Drinking alcohol 100% causes mental health problems” “Drink and drugs can form a feeling of bad mental health” “The stuff I miss from drinking is the stuff that damages you” “People who don’t have a problem with drink and drugs don’t wonder if they have a problem” “You do have the ability to not react to what your mind’s telling you” “If I can make one person smile a day and one person not kill themselves a day, that’s it” VALUABLE RESOURCES https://www.cocaineanonymous.org.uk CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter   ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Kirk Norcross Instagram “My name is Kirk Norcross, I’m 34 years old, I had a pretty good run, a TV career which I can’t even remember hardly any of that, drugs consumed my life I always used drugs like an addict but I didn’t use them all the time until my fiancé split up with me for no reason and never gave me a reason and I was so upset, hurt and confused. I started using drugs to self-medicate to shut my brain down to stop thinking and then spiral turned and turned and turned until I was like a wrecking ball everywhere I went every penny I had went on drugs, my whole life revolved around drugs I tried recovery a couple of times and kept relapsing then I lost my due to suicide, and it was like something clicked in my head that I need to step up to the plate and be the man that my father wanted me to be, and from then on, I’ve been so as of today’s date I am 583 days sober haven’t touched any drugs or alcohol or any other mind-influencing substance since then.”   Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

In this very first episode with Kirk Norcross as co-host, Dan and Kirk begin to explore a new format for the show! Dan and Kirk talk about what you can expect from the show going forward including how their producer John, who has been there for every episode but isn’t an addict, will be getting involved to offer a unique perspective. Menace to Sobriety isn’t just for addicts, but also for those who are around them to learn about what addiction is and how they can potentially help those close to them suffering from addiction. Kirk and Dan also open up about their own addictions including what they think defines a drug and drink problem and why becoming sober is the best thing to happen to them. Answering questions from the community, including whether alcohol advertising should be banned and how to deal with FOMO, this a jam-packed episode full of tips and ideas on how you can start your sobriety journey and remain sober too! KEY TAKEAWAYS  If drugs are in your plan, for a night out or event, this can be a sign that you may have a problem. If it is affecting your life, for example, if you are missing events and not seeing people because of it then that is another sign. Attitude changes and defensiveness are one of the sure ways to recognise addiction in someone close to you. If every time something bad happens, you reach for drink or drugs and it’s your coping mechanism, then you have a problem. Addicts have to be careful, if they have been addicted to one thing they are predisposed to become addicted to other things too. Kirk doesn’t believe you can ever recover from addiction, you can just learn to live with it and do the best you can to stay sober. John likens addiction to possession; like there is yourself and then your addict self that run alongside one another. Addiction usually happens because you are trying to cope with problems. You use drugs as a coping mechanism. You have to face your demons and deal with your real problems to truly combat your addiction. Recognise the little habits that improve your mental health, it can be as simple as making your bed in the morning or writing a gratitude list. Righting wrongs can aid you in your sobriety journey, being honest about who you have hurt and apologising sincerely to them. Exercise is a good routine that can help prevent you from slipping back into addiction, it improves your mood and gives you something to do. Start saying yes and trying things, push yourself outside of your comfort zone. Change your environment, network and circle and you will change yourself. You have to surround yourself with the right people and the right places. Addiction takes pride and ego away, you can find your pride again by doing things like ordering your life and cleaning your home. Swap your addiction to positive things, find something that’s difficult that you want to get good at and swap it for your addiction. If you really want to change your life then go sober!   BEST MOMENTS  "Stop giving in to your inner bitch” “If you feel like you have to use that to have a good night then that’s where your problem lies” “Addicts are born as addicts” “The drink and the drugs aren’t the problem, they’re the solution to your fucking problems, you have to sort your problems” “The only thing you had left was addiction” “Stop using the word I can’t and start using the word yes and I will try” “I don’t think alcohol should be advertised” “Don’t look at it like you're missing out, look at it like you’re free of it” VALUABLE RESOURCES CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter ABOUT THE HOSTS Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Kirk Norcross Instagram “My name is Kirk Norcross, I’m 34 years old, I had a pretty good run, a TV career which I can’t even remember hardly any of that, drugs consumed my life I always used drugs like an addict but I didn’t use them all the time until my fiancé split up with me for no reason and never gave me a reason and I was so upset, hurt and confused. I started using drugs to self-medicate to shut my brain down to stop thinking and then spiral turned and turned and turned until I was like a wrecking ball everywhere I went every penny I had went on drugs, my whole life revolved around drugs I tried recovery a couple of times and kept relapsing then I lost my due to suicide, and it was like something clicked in my head that I need to step up to the plate and be the man that my father wanted me to be, and from then on, I’ve been so as of today’s date I am 583 days sober haven’t touched any drugs or alcohol or any other mind-influencing substance since then.” Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan shares his personal experience of feeling the urge to get drunk and use drugs, even after months of sobriety. He reflects on a recent event where he was surrounded by people drinking and how it made him question his own sobriety. Daniel discusses the importance of analyzing his thoughts and emotions in real-time to understand the triggers that lead to cravings. He also talks about the impact of being judged and criticized for his sobriety journey. Dan offers advice on managing the mind and finding purpose during the recovery process. KEY TAKEAWAYS Sobriety is a day-to-day journey that requires managing thoughts and emotions in real-time. Understanding the underlying reasons for addiction and cravings can help overcome them. Focusing on the freedom and benefits of sobriety rather than feeling like one is missing out can shift the mindset. Childhood experiences and trauma can contribute to addictive behaviors and the need for escapism. Finding a creative outlet or engaging in a challenging activity can provide purpose and help in recovery. BEST MOMENTS "I want to get fucked up and start acting like a complete knob." "Once you understand this, you can stop yourself from pressing the 'Fuck you' button and going for the drink or the drugs." "You're free from it. You're not missing it." "The better you treat yourself, the better you're going to treat everyone else." "When you start becoming confident in yourself and giving yourself self-love, they'll want to shag you anyway."     CONTACT METHODInstagramFacebookTwitter ABOUT THE HOSTDaniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan has learnt many lessons in his journey to sobriety and in this episode, he shares 10 of the things that have helped him remain sober. It’s complicated and requires work to learn what may trigger you in your addiction but there are often similar themes and issues and Dan hopes by sharing these 10 things that he can help you not only start your sober journey, but remain on it too. 10 Ways to Stay Sober Accept that your life and lifestyle has changed and applaud yourself Find positive ways to increase your dopamine levels, such as exercise Read; research and learn how to understand yourself Celebrate the milestones of your sobriety journey Count your days of sobriety Start your days early Label your triggers Remember the bad times Work on your mental strength Focus on something you love that means more to you than anything else in the world   BEST MOMENTS  "When I was doing it, I thought I was having a good time” “When you go sober you get everything that alcohol promised you but never delivered” “Find things you don’t want to do that your mind is telling you not to do for your greater good” “You have to train your mind to pick the option that’s better” “My motivation and how I focus on staying sober is being a father” “Alcohol and drugs take people away from their families, it destroys families” CONTACT METHODInstagramFacebookTwitter ABOUT THE HOSTDaniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.    Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

This episode is for anyone out there who is ready for a personal revolution and willing to do the hard work in order to change their life and themselves for the better. Join Dan as he explores the 6 ways he has utilised to turn his life around. Dan has just survived the toughest yet most revolutionary 8 months of his life and wants to teach you how to manipulate your mind into not manipulating you and to build a life you want for yourself and those around you. The 6 Ways to Change Your Life: Focus on what you love Be honest about your thoughts Picture who you want to be and who you don’t want to be Control and manage your thoughts Decide when you’re going to change and start it with your routine Focus on the small wins KEY TAKEAWAYS  Coming from a modest upbringing, Dan always felt like he needed to prove himself, which resulted in a work hard play hard mentality. He would reward himself with nights out, alcohol and drugs. What do you love in life and what is truly important to you? That has to be your priority. What are you doing wrong? What are you doing that’s impacting that thing that you love? What are you doing with your time, are you wasting your life with people and things that don’t serve you? Who do you want to be? How we view ourselves in our mind is linked directly to how we treat ourselves too. Whilst working out who you want to be, think about who you don’t want to be and where you never want to end up. This can be a great motivator to change your behaviour. There’s a big taboo surrounding drink and drugs in the showbiz industry, even though it’s part of the culture. Whatever you think becomes reality, so what is in your mind? When are you going to make the changes you need to in your life? If you want to change your life you need to change your routine and plan your route to success. Celebrate your small wins and think about them often to help you feel good along your journey to change. The 6 Ways to Change Your Life Focus on what you love Be honest about your thoughts Picture who you want to be and who you don’t want to be Control and manage your thoughts Decide when you’re going to change and start it with your routine Focus on the small wins BEST MOMENTS  "I could see the future, I could see everything that I really cared about I was going to lose” “I’m super aggressive about personal development” “The fuck you button is the fuck you to yourself” “How we view ourselves is the key to happiness, our self-esteem” “I wanted to be a good father, healthy and a good husband” “You want to be someone who overcame what you’re going through now” “The last person you want to admit is a prick is yourself” “Those little wins will see you through to when the big ones come, as long as you visualise it” VALUABLE RESOURCES CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter ABOUT THE HOST Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.  Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/

Dan is turning 39 and decided he wanted to look back on his life along with his audience and take a look at his relationship with alcohol, to see if he can see where things might have got difficult for him and even see if he can pinpoint some of the causes of his problem drinking. KEY TAKEAWAYS  Dan has always been highly driven especially when it comes to comedy, writing and creating. He also admits to having a big chip on his shoulder which has a wide-reaching impact on how he approaches life. Having a difficult childhood can mean that you spend a lot of your life trying to prove yourself, to yourself and the world around you. It’s easy to blame your parents but they are only human, most people just try their best but will make mistakes along the way. When Dan was young, drinking was a big part of youth culture, there often wasn’t much else to do. This set him up for weekends of drinking for the next 20 years. At 18 Dan moved abroad to be an entertainer it was whilst out here he auditioned to perform on a cruise and this is when he felt his life changed, he knew what he wanted to do for the rest of his life; entertain people.   BEST MOMENTS    "I’m highly driven” “Having a tough childhood can lead you to spending the rest of your life trying to prove you are enough” “I was a naughty boy growing up” “The weekend signalled for me party time” “All of my wages went on boozing” “You’re gonna lose it all but you’re gonna get it all back” VALUABLE RESOURCES CONTACT METHOD Instagram Facebook Twitter     ABOUT THE HOST Daniel O’Reilly Daniel O’Reilly is one of the UK’s Largest Influencers, a comedian, actor, musician, viral video star and social influencer. With a portfolio of businesses Daniel enjoys a busy lifestyle mixed with business and pleasure. Daniel is a father to two beautiful girls and enjoys spending quality time with them and his wife Shelley. With 2022 being a busy year, Daniel sold out his O2 stand-up show, released his British movie 'The Last Heist'  and is currently preparing for the upcoming release of his other film 'Miss The Kiss'. Daniel is a creative through and through, with a passion to strive in everything he does. Daniel is looking forward to the release of his podcast 'Menace 2 Sobriety' in 2023, his long-term position on GB News, Headliners, and the growing slate of films in the works with his production company, HYPRR.    Menace 2 Sobriety, podcast, actor, comedian, sobriety,sober, story, years sober, consequences, behaviour,alcoholism, drug addiction, denial, insecurity, fear-driven,rock bottom, sober, rehab, suicidal, addict,realization, struggle, addiction, rock bottom, denial,curiosity, hope, denial, gratitude, self-awareness,behaviour, guilt, shame, emotions, gratitude,self esteem, gratitude, sober life, drugs, confidence,sobriety, ego, drinking,Sobriety Podcast #wedorecover # recoveroutloud #addicitonrecovery #addiction #recoverytok #sobriety #sober #sobertiktok #sobertok #soberlife #sobercurious #soberliving: https://www.instagram.com/dappersinstagram/