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Episode 44 - Oli Stringer

Episode 44 - Oli Stringer

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Oli, 36, from Bedford, grew up with a life shaped by alcohol from a young age. He drank to fit in, to socialise, and because he believed it was what he needed to truly be himself. Working in construction, he was surrounded by a strong drinking culture, which only reinforced the habit. Over time, alcohol became a way to cope with mental health struggles, anxiety, and depression, leading to heavy binge drinking most of the week and throughout the weekends, rarely spending time at home.


Eventually, Oli reached rock bottom, facing serious illness, a period of suicidal thoughts, and overwhelming guilt and regret, feeling as though there was no way out. But in the depths of that struggle, he realised enough was enough. For the sake of his health, and to become a better father and partner, Oli made the decision to work on himself and give up alcohol for good.



You can find Oli on Insta at:


https://www.instagram.com/levellinguponlife


You can find the Dryy app at:


https://www.instagram.com/dryyapp?


My Instagram is:


https://www.instagram.com/recovery_jimmy


And you can find all my other links at:


https://linktr.ee/jimmythistle


Buy me a coffee…


https://buymeacoffee.com/afterhourswithjimmyt


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