Your Sober Sweet Spot

In this episode I sit down with Ros Thompson to explore the emotional ups and downs that come with staying sober during the festive season. I talk openly about my own early sobriety, how frightened I used to feel at Christmas and the pressure of being around people who expected me to drink. Ros’s calm, grounded approach to Bach flower remedies brings a soothing clarity to the conversation, and I s...

In this episode, I’m joined by Deborah Mendez for an honest conversation about the addictions we rarely talk about.  Not just substances, but achievement, exercise, validation and even community.  Deborah shares her journey through exercise addiction, burnout and corporate misalignment, and how those experiences reshaped the way she leads today. We also talk about the difference between...

In this episode, I am joined by Matt and Sara from Solutions Makers for a clear and relatable look at why we get in our own way.  We talk about burnout, habits, and the brain’s tendency to pull us back into old patterns, even when we want better for ourselves. What I love about this conversation is how simple and doable their advice feels.  No pressure, no perfection, just real guidance...

In this heartfelt conversation with Ian Fee, we talk honestly about what it means to rebuild trust after years of chaos, regret and emotional distance.  Ian shares the turning point that shifted his recovery from trying to fix everything for everyone else to finally choosing himself, and how that decision reshaped his relationships, especially with his children.  His story is full of war...

In this episode, RJ Zimmerman returns to share how naming your emotions can completely shift the way you relate to yourself.  We talk about the moment that pushed him into deep self discovery, why fear softened when he finally acknowledged it, and how his emotional glossary helps people break old reactive patterns.  RJ explains why anger often signals a boundary that needs attention, wha...

In this episode, I explore a kind of loneliness that goes far deeper than a quiet Friday night in. It is the quiet ache that follows many people into recovery, even when life looks full on the outside. I talk about the two ideas that changed my own understanding of healing, Ubuntu and Salbona, and how they offer a way back to belonging when willpower alone simply is not enough. I also look at what...

In this episode, I’m talking about something that often gets overlooked on the sober journey -certainty.  Not the kind that comes from having a plan or proof, but that quiet inner knowing that everything will be okay, even when it looks like it won’t. I share how I first experienced it nearly two decades ago, why it’s different from trust or faith, and how you can strengthen it through simple...

In this conversation with psychotherapist and author Jason Shiers, we explore what it really means to heal beyond addiction. Jason shares how a spiritual awakening transformed his understanding of recovery - from fixing what’s broken to remembering what’s always been whole. We talk about the power of self-awareness, the myths of traditional therapy, and how freedom begins when we stop trying to pe...

In this week’s episode of Your Sober Sweet Spot, I’m joined by Neil Jordan - an incredible guest whose story is nothing short of remarkable.  From addiction and homelessness in his teens to studying with yogis in India, Neil’s journey is proof that transformation is always possible.  He now helps business owners harness the power of the mind to reach their full potential.  We talk a...

In this episode, I’m sharing something that completely changed not just my recovery, but how I think about healing in everyday life.  We’ll talk about Reiki - not in a mystical way, but in a really practical, grounding way that anyone can try.  I’ll walk you through the five simple principles that became a foundation for my own wellness, and show you how small daily choices can create po...

In this episode of Your Sober Sweet Spot, I’m welcoming back Christopher Paul Jones - phobia specialist, author, and all-round expert in helping people face the fears that hold them back.  We’re talking about hidden blocks like fear of success, imposter syndrome, and those moments of self-sabotage that creep in just when things are going well.  Christopher shares his seven-step system an...

This week I’m joined by the wonderful Jennifer Taylor, who shares her journey from breakdown to breakthrough and how she discovered that healing had to happen at a soul level.  We talk about moving from codependency into what she calls sovereign soul remembrance, learning to trust your own energy, and finding love from within rather than searching for it outside yourself.  Jennifer also...

What if your home or workspace was quietly shaping how you feel every day?  In this episode, I’m joined by Dr Shira Mansaray, a lawyer turned researcher who shares how light, nature, and even the shape of your furniture can transform your mental health and recovery journey.  From curved sofas to fish tanks, her insights will make you look at your surroundings in a whole new way. Highligh...

This episode is a guided meditation designed to help you reconnect with your future self and gather the wisdom, strength, and calm you already carry within. Autumn offers a natural pause, a chance to release the noise of summer and set fresh intentions. Together, we’ll journey through a golden door, meet the version of you who has walked through challenges and found balance, and bring that energy...

This week I’m joined once again by the brilliant Rebekkah Hall, and we’re talking about something that affects so many of us - self-worth and relationships.  Rebekkah shares her own story of moving from destructive patterns to finding love later in life, and the lessons she’s poured into her new book.  We get into boundaries, people-pleasing, and that inner critic that tells you you’re n...

In this episode of Your Sober Sweet Spot, I’m joined by James Mansaray, a purpose coach with an incredible story of transformation.  James shares how discovering his own sense of purpose changed everything, and why so many of us feel lost when life shifts in unexpected ways.  We talk about finding your authentic self, breaking old patterns, and how presence, energy, and curiosity ca...

In this episode, I’m joined by the remarkable Rianna Scipio - a trailblazing authenticity consultant who’s made it her mission to help high achievers shake off inherited shame and step fully into who they are.  From breaking barriers at the BBC to guiding leaders through nervous system work and ancestral healing, Rianna brings honesty, wisdom, and a refreshing perspective on what it really ta...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr Byron Cole - a best-selling author and entrepreneur who knows exactly what it takes to bounce back from setbacks and build a life (and business) that feels truly meaningful.  We’re talking about the real stuff - how to handle failure without it knocking you off course, rebuilding trust when bridges have been burnt, and keeping your sobriety s...

This week, we’re talking about one of the most underrated tools in your recovery toolkit: sleep.  I’m joined by the brilliant Kerry Davies, a sleep coach with a background in nursing and a real passion for helping people feel better by getting proper rest.  We’re unpacking why sleep isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ -  it’s a non-negotiable.  Kerry shares the science, the simple shif...

If you’ve ever hit a wall with stress or burnout and thought, “Is it just me?” - this one will make you feel seen.  In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sara Farwell and Matt Zatonski to unpack what’s actually going on in our brains when we push too hard for too long - and why willpower alone isn’t enough to stop the spiral.  We’re talking emotional resilience, autopilot habits, burnout cyc...

This week, I’m joined by the brilliant Carrie Rattle - a financial therapist who swapped Wall Street for something far more powerful: helping women untangle their relationship with money.  We’re talking over-shopping, emotional spending, and the sneaky ways it can show up in recovery.  If you’ve ever found yourself clicking “add to cart” when you’re stressed, overwhelmed, or just feeling...

This week I’m chatting to the wonderful Samantha Selby - and believe me, you’re going to want to hear this one.  Sam’s the creator of Astroenergetics, a powerful blend of astrology and energy healing that helps you understand yourself on a soul-deep level.  We’re talking about everything from energetic boundaries to what your birth chart might reveal about your recovery journey.  If...

This week, I’m joined by the incredible Bola Abimbola - a soulful, wise voice in the world of energy healing and emotional freedom.  We’re talking about the real stuff today: how to find your centre, how to trust yourself again, and what it actually means to live from a place of love rather than fear.  It’s one of those chats that stays with you - layered, calming and gently powerful. Hi...

This week, I’ve got a real treat for you.  I’m joined by the wonderful Robert Rivest - mindfulness coach, laughter yoga master, and all-round bringer of joy.  Robert’s story is as fascinating as it is uplifting, and in this episode, we chat about how laughter can be a serious tool for healing, especially in recovery. If you’ve ever wondered how something as simple as a giggle could shift...

This week, I’m joined by RJ Zimmerman - a sobriety coach, dad of two, and founder of Untapped Keg.  RJ grew up in the heaviest drinking state in the US, so choosing sobriety wasn’t exactly the easy route.  We talk about what it really means to stop numbing, the hidden signs of self-loathing, and why being willing to be wrong can change everything.  It’s honest, emotional, and full o...