"I Think My Love Of Comedy Just Outweighed It So Much." | Listen UP Episode 1 - Darren Connell

Join us for the inspiring inaugural episode of the Listen Up recovery podcast hosted by Eddie Clarke, and featuring our first guest, comedian Darren Connell. In this episode, Darren shares his experiences with addiction, recovery, and comedy. He emphasises the importance of seeking help, accepting self, and the supportive role of therapy, and community. 00:00 - Intro 00:03:51 - Accepting Sobriety 00:04:48 - Understanding the layers of addiction 00:14:00 - Societal perceptions of addiction 00:17:20 - Therapy is crucial 00:21:16 - Embracing identity 00:22:25 - Avoiding triggers 00:23:16 - Breaking the isolation cycle 00:36:16 - Creating a support system 00:50:34 - Finding humour in struggle 01:05:16 - A powerful conversation SHOW LINKS This Episode - https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/l... All Listen UP Episodes - https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/l... Listen UP Podcast Homepage - https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/l... Why Listen UP matters: Discover how others found strength when they thought they had none Learn personal insights and professional approaches to breaking free from addiction's grip Understand the comprehensive support system that makes lasting recovery possible Hear from those who've experienced recovery and experts who've helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction Abbeycare provides comprehensive 28-day residential rehabilitation programmes at our facilities in Scotland and Gloucester. Our holistic approach combines medically-supervised detoxification, cognitive behavioral therapy, counselling, and aftercare planning to address the physical, psychological, and emotional aspects of addiction. Our programmes are personalised to meet individual needs, with comfortable en-suite accommodation, nutritious meals, and a supportive community environment. Beyond your stay, our dedicated aftercare team remains connected, ensuring you're supported at every step of your recovery journey. Whether you're considering taking the first step toward recovery or supporting someone who is, Listen UP provides the insight, inspiration, and information you need to move forward. Connect with Abbeycare: Website: https://www.abbeycarefoundation.com/ Phone: 01603 513 091 Facebook:   / abbeycarerehab   Linked In:   / 3222194   X:   / abbeycare   #addiction #recovery #sobriety #rehab #mentalhealth #wellness #podcast #abbeycare #addictionrecovery #comedylife #sobercommunity #mentalhealthmatters #comedyjourney #findinghumour #soberlifestyle #recoveryjourney #mentalhealthawareness #addictionrecoveryjourney #soberliving #comedyandmentalhealth #healingjourney #positivity DISCLAIMER All videos are for entertainment purposes only and are not intended to replace professional medical help. If you are struggling with alcohol or substance misuse, please speak to your GP or qualified health professional in the first instance.