The Sober Connection: Guest Episode - My Chat with Corin Dann

What do you do when you’re worried about a loved one's drinking? In the final episode of Season 3 of The Sober Connection, I’m joined by New Zealand journalist and broadcaster Corin Dann for a conversation from a perspective we don’t hear from nearly as often – the person standing alongside someone whose relationship with alcohol is becoming a concern. Corin’s wife, Lotta Dann (a guest in Season 1), has just celebrated 15 years of sobriety. Corin shares what her drinking looked like from his side, what changed when she stopped, and what it has been like watching her life – and their family life – evolve over the years since she chose a sober life. We also talk about Corin’s friendship with Paddy Gower and the conversation Paddy has credited with helping change his life (Season 3/Episode 2). Corin takes us back to what he was noticing, why he became worried, and what happened when an on-camera conversation between two mates suddenly became very real. We talk about how difficult it can be to tell someone you’re worried about them, why appearing “high functioning” doesn’t mean alcohol isn’t causing harm, the importance of making space for people who don’t drink, and how to approach these conversations from a place of care rather than judgement. A really thoughtful conversation about friendship, family, drinking culture – and sometimes having the courage to say something. Get in touch: Abi 30 Days to Freedom - A Gentle Reset Available here - www.levelupsobrietycoaching.com/30-days-to-freedom-reset/ Instagram @levelup.withabi Email hello@levelupsobrietycoaching.co.nz Affiliate links: Terps & Co. www.drinkterps.co.nz - enter code ABI20 for 20% off storewide I use Riverside.fm for my podcast editing software. Click the link below to find out more! https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaig... My podcast episodes are hosted and distributed by Buzzsprout. Click the link below for a $20 Refer a Friend voucher (T&Cs apply) https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_... Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/tatami/in-motion License code: N5GLWPT8QQSRU7D2