In this episode, Louisa is joined by James who went sober at the end of 2022. James talks about how sobriety unlocked the opportunity for him to own his own Pilates studio in Margate, stepping away from the hustle of London. He also explores the shift in how work feels when you’re no longer just getting through the day, but actually engaging with it in a more intentional way and how interpersonal relationships change.

A central theme throughout this conversation is James’ drive to live life fully from a place of presence, clarity, and a deeper connection to what matters.

This episode offers a real perspective on what changes when alcohol is no longer part of the picture, and what becomes possible when you start living with more awareness and purpose.

Louisa is a psychology-based practitioner and therapist based in the UK and wor ...