Sober Mess Podcast

Today I was joined by my sis Lisa Doolan. Lisa is the Corporate Wellbeing Executive for Amazon & Microsoft, a Yogi instructor and a Breathwork Facilitator. We chat about my recent trip to Everest Basecamp and all things wellbeing. Find more about Lisa here: https://www.instagram.com/thewellbeingqueenx/

Ciaran May is a Mindset and Human Performance Coach with a healthy obsession for studying human behaviour and understanding people. Ciaran has been on incredible journey of self-discovery for over a decade, and is now using his experience and knowledge to support others on their journey. A former International Powerlifter, Ciaran is now the owner and founder of a number of businesses including Nat...

Today have have a quick yap about life after a dip in the sea

Today I was joined by my good friend Thomas Brosnan, an addiction specialist and a psychotherapist. Thomas, who founded Thought Based Therapy has been helping people for many years with recovering from addiction, depression and anxiety.   In this chat Thomas and I talk about mindset, addiction and habits. You can find Thomas through his website http://thoughtbasedtherapy.com on instagram at http:/...

Today I was joined across the pond, by my friend Glenn Dougherty Jr. Glenn is a personal development coach, who is 4 years sober, who helps people get rid of their vices, become sober, and get in peak physical shape all by improving their mindset.  Glenn and his wife are the hosts of the About This Life podcast. We talk alcohol free living, mending relationships after getting sober and what we can...

Today I was joined by my good friend David Young. David grew up in Scotland. Born with a congenital deformity, he had his left leg amputated above the knee when he was seventeen. He wrote television drama for the BBC and Channel 4 for nine years before writing and selling his first novel, Lockdown, at auction in London for £350,000, a then record amount for a debut novelist from Scotland. In 2018...

Today I was joined by my good friend Ronan O'Connor. Ronan is the founder of Sol Therapy. Ronan began psychotherapy training in 2014 after working in the youth sector supporting youth mental health and addiction needs. We chat about challenging that negative self talk and how to improve our outlook on life by appreciating the simple things in nature and connection. Find more on Ronan here: https:/...

Today I was joined by my good pal John Joseph. John is a musician, coach, author and Ironman triathlete from New York City, most famous for his work as the lead singer of the Cro-Mags in the 1980s, '90s and 2000s. He was raised in foster care and grew up on the streets of New York City, dodging a federal prison sentence in the late ’70s by enrolling into the Navy. His book “The P.M.A Effect” delve...

Today I was joined by my good friend Noelie Poynton. Noelie is a Sergeant in the Irish Defence Forces, having served in Ireland as well as peace keeping missions overseas. He is over 13 years sober having given up the booze when he was 21. He also does a lot for the young people in the Sober communities around Ireland and abroad. Noelie talks about his journey from Childhood struggles, to Alcoholi...

Today I was joined by my friend Doireann Barrett. Doireann is the founder of the award winning Gluten Free Kitchen Company and Cneasú (Irish word for healing). Post diagnosis of Coeliac Disease in 2004 at the age of 25 & 12 months later with Stage 4 Endometriosis she began her journey to develop a service that could support people with similar health issues so in 2011 she set up The Gluten Free Ki...

Today I was joined by my good pal Rob Cahill. Rob is the founder of Breathworkclub, a breathing workshop, he's a mental health advocate and is also an Endurance Athlete having competed in the Kerry Way Ultra among other races. We talk about anxiety, imposter syndrome and coping strategies. Rob shares his story about how exercise and breathwork changed his life. Find Rob Here -https://instagram.com...

Today I was joined by Maureen Duke, who is a member of Al-Anon and is also my mammy! We talk about how Alcoholism and Addiction can impact families. Maureen who a member of Al-Anon, Al-Anon members are people, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. These hold meetings all over the world & provide support to anyone who is been affected by another's drinking. She tells her own story...

Michael Ryan is a Yoga, Wellness and Meditation Teacher as well as a wellness retreat facilitator. I was very fortunate to take part in one of Michael's retreats recently which had a profound impact on me. We chat about being more present in life, doing more of the things that make us feel well like spenting time in the nature being around a healthy community. We also speak about one of the most i...

Today I was joined by my good friend Shane Finn who is an endurance Athlete. He previously completed a 12 marathons in 12 days and 24 marathons in 24 days challenge for charity. He has also biked & run across the USA, starting in California and finishing in New York in 36 days, all for charity.l! He is also the host of the Pushing limits Podcast. A Podcast about pushing your mindset and bringing o...

Today I was joined by my sis Lisa, who's celebrating two years sober! This was a very raw and honest chat. Lisa spoke about CoDependency ("People Addiction"), how toxic relationships can become addictive and how we can heal and make peace with the past. We also chat about sobriety, healing traumas and changing our perspectives on life. Find Lisa's coaching page here: @wellbeingqueenx if you're int...

Today I was joined by my good friend Karl Dargan. Karl is the owner of Dargan Fashions, Siblings Wardrobe and Vapebox Ireland. He tells his story of the rock bottoms cocaine took him in life and losing his mam at a young age, he tells us how he found recovery from a ruthless addiction through rehab, a recovery fellowship and a sober community and how be became the shining light he is today. You ca...

Today I was joined by my pal Lorraine Hogan. Lorraine is a Holistic and Empowerment coach, a Yoga & Cocao practitioner and avid sea dipper! Lorraine's passion is to empower you to step into your power starting with upgrading your self-care and self-worth. Find more about Lorraine here https://linktr.ee/thewellnesscoach2020?fbclid=PAAaYOJJS9d9sl2Vzdg-9Y1WGBZOlRUzOQ_uZjCKM7MRmcPVWWB0K8Ib1b-b0

Today I was joined by the mighty Sean Kinane of Health Matters, who is a specialist in Nutrition and Sports Performance. Sean has a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to Metabolic Testing, Vo2 Testing, Nutrition and Maximizing Performance.. just to name a few! We scratch the surface of Vo2 testing and delve into nutrition as well as mindset in this Podcast. Seán provides metabolic te...

Today I was joined by the great Ronan O'Brien from Breathwave Ireland. We chat about our emotional needs and the importance of conscious breathing and how it can help you to connect to yourself, heal and improve your life in many ways. Find out more about Ronan's work at https://breathwaveireland.com/  You can also find Ronan on Instagram at http://www.instagram.com/breathwaveireland  Be sure to c...

Today I was joined by Alex Pett. Alex is a resilience coach and a LMP practitioner. We talk about the true meaning of resilience and how to develop a resilient mindset as well being kind to yourself. Find Alex at @alexshorecoaching

Today I natter about using the natural resources out there that make you feel good and dropping negative patterns that don't add to our lives.

Today I was joined by one of Ireland's leading Wellbeing Coaches and Corporate Wellness Facilitator in Microsoft Ireland, Lisa Doolan aka the Wellbeing Queen. We talk about the gifts and the challenges of sobriety. We also chat tips for de-stressing and keeping wellbeing a priority. If you've any questions or want further info, find Lisa on Instagram @wellbeingqueen

An episode from when I was a guest on the Eanna McNamara Podcast. I tell my story of recovery and how I found a sense of connection through nature and exercise. We talk mental health, addiction, recovery, self discovery and well-being. Check out more of Eanna's Episodes at the link below, for a deep insight into fitness, performance and wellbeing. https://open.spotify.com/show/79OeJw8CxRPP8dFOb7g9...

Today I am joined by Leanne Bayliss, sober blogger, scriptwriter, super mum, author. Leanne shares her story and opens up about her struggles that led to both an alcohol and drug addiction. Leanne now 2 years sober, talks about all the great things in life that makes her grateful to be sober. Find Leanne Soberlittlemotherred@yahoo.com

Today I was joined by the very inspiring Timmy Long. Timmy is the cohost with his pal James Leonard of the hugely popular podcast The Two Norries Podcast. We chat about such things as addiction, mental heath and recovery, as well as our journey to healing the inner child and the gifts of recovery. It was an honor to talk to Timmy as the TN Podcast has help me massively over the last 2 years. Check...