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In part two, Tony Adams opens up about how the 12 Step programme saved his life, the vital role forgiveness plays in recovery and why he considers himself ‘lucky’ to be an alcoholic…

Plus, Tony and Dr Alex George explore how to rebuild self-respect after going sober and why you don’t need to be at rock bottom to stop drinking.

Follow @tonyadamsofficial and find out more about his recovery programmes at Six Mental Health Addiction and Sporting Chance. Follow along with Tony’s Staying Stopped February campaign here.

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:

The 12 Step Programme
Alcoholics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous
Gamblers Anonymous
Turning Point

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In the final episode of our Dry January mini-series, Dr Alex George is joined by a true footballing legend. Tony Adams had an extraordinary career at both club and international level, winning multiple league titles with Arsenal and becoming the most successful captain in the club’s history.

In part one, Tony shares how alcoholism turned his life upside down at the height of his career. He opens up about the painful ways alcohol affected his relationships and unpacks the pivotal moment he decided to put down the drink for good…

Plus, Tony discusses the importance of giving people struggling with addiction the right support and resources - and explains why it took him so long to realise he had a problem with alcohol.

Follow @tonyadamsofficial and find out more about his recovery programmes at Six Mental Health Addiction and Sporting Chance. Follow along with Tony’s Staying Stopped February campaign here.

If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is support available:

The 12 Step Programme
Alcoholics Anonymous
Narcotics Anonymous
Gamblers Anonymous
Turning Point

Order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out now!

Order Happy Habits - out now!

Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast

Get the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual now

Download Mettle: the mental fitness app for men

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In part three, Professor Charles Knowles and Dr Alex George discuss the impact quitting alcohol has had on their lives, the importance of not giving into peer pressure and how to unlock the joys of alcohol-free living.

Plus, Charles shares why he believes you can’t ‘unlearn’ addiction, rather you have to learn how to not drink alcohol.

Check out Charles’ book Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!

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In part two, Professor Charles Knowles unpacks the effect alcohol actually has on our bodies, how alcohol impacts our brain function and why a challenge like Dry January can be hugely beneficial to our health.

Plus, Charles and Dr Alex George discuss whether there is ever a ‘safe’ amount of alcohol to drink and why we need more education about the physical health risks of drinking.

Check out Charles’ book Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!

Pre-order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th January

Order Happy Habits - out now!

Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast

Get the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual now

Download Mettle: the mental fitness app for men
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Charles Knowles is Professor of Surgery at Queen Mary University of London, and a recovering alcoholic who has written about his experience with addiction in his new book ‘Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More’.

In part one, Charles joins Dr Alex George to discuss why some of us can drink more than others, why humans have drank alcohol throughout history and whether it is actually possible to ever have ‘just one more’...

Plus, Charles unpacks his concept of the ‘Three Cs’ when reflecting on alcohol consumption and shares how the brain’s reward pathway shapes our drinking habits.
Check out Charles’ book Why We Drink Too Much: The Hidden Science of Just One More. By using our affiliate bookshop you’ll help fund Stompcast by earning a small commission for every sale. Bookshop.org’s fees help support independent bookshops too!

Pre-order Alex’s latest book Am I Normal? - out 15th January

Order Happy Habits - out now!

Follow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcast

Get the new, pocket guide version of The Mind Manual now

Download Mettle: the mental fitness app for men
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.