My Story

For most of my life,

I felt stuck. I was trapped in a cycle—working long, exhausting hours, coming home drained, and reaching for a drink to “unwind.” I told myself I deserved it after a hard day. But deep down, I knew something wasn’t right.

I was stuck in this loop, doing the same things every day without really feeling like I was moving forward in life. It was like I was on autopilot—working, drinking, and just going through the motions.

But deep down, I knew I wasn’t making any real headway. I wasn’t present for my kids, missing out on playing with them and being the dad I wanted to be.

My health was suffering—I felt tired all the time and not as fit as I wanted to be. I wasn’t progressing in my career or chasing the dreams I had, like starting my own business and giving my family the life I wanted and knew they deserved. I was stuck in the same place, and all the things I wanted to accomplish felt out of reach because alcohol was holding me back.

It felt like I was constantly spinning all these plates, but nothing ever seemed to change. I knew I had more to offer, but the idea of stepping into something new felt overwhelming. Sound familiar? If you’ve ever felt like you’re meant for more but aren’t sure how to get there, you’re not alone.

I wasn’t always a coach. After leaving school, I travelled the world, experiencing real freedom for the first time. But as I was hopping from place to place, I began to drink more and more—what started as a way to enjoy the freedom and meet new people slowly turned into a regular habit.

I remember one of our big trips lasting a year and a half where we drank everyday! When I returned home, I fell into construction work with my dad. Twenty years later, I was still there—working hard, but feeling like life was passing me by.

Drinking was just a normal part of life. It was what I did to socialise, to relax, to cope with stress. I told myself I wasn’t a “problem drinker.” I wasn’t getting blackout drunk or waking up with regrets. But I was waking up tired, aimless and disconnected from my full potential.

I started to wonder… What if alcohol was the thing holding me back?

There wasn’t one rock-bottom moment. No dramatic story. But then one day, my son asked me, “Dad, are you an alcoholic?” That question hit me like a ton of bricks. It wasn’t just about what I was doing to myself—it was about how my actions were affecting those I loved the most.

I wasn’t showing up as the dad I wanted to be or the role model they deserved.
I wasn’t operating at my full potential.
I was wasting time, energy, and opportunities.

I started to see alcohol for what it really was—not a harmless habit, but an anchor keeping me stuck. Once I saw it, I couldn’t unsee it.

I also realised how alcohol was creeping into every part of my life, even the moments that should’ve been about connection and fun. Family day trips were always centered around where we could get a drink—whether it was the beer tent at the circus, taking a 4 pack of cans to watch the fireworks on bonfire night, or cutting short a visit to the zoo just so we could stop at the pub on the way home. I wasn’t truly present for the moments that mattered most because I was too focused on where the next drink was coming from.

When I decided to quit drinking

Everything changed. Not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

I dived deep into mindset work, manifestation, and personal growth—using the same principles I had applied to building my online business. I discovered that sobriety wasn’t about giving something up—it was about gaining everything: clarity, energy, purpose, and freedom.

That decision didn’t just change my health—it changed my whole life. Without alcohol weighing me down, I finally had the courage to pursue the dreams I’d been putting off. One of those dreams being, moving my family to the Isle of Man.

For years, I had envisioned living somewhere that gave us space, fresh air, and the lifestyle we truly wanted. But before, it had always felt out of reach—something for “another day.” When I let go of alcohol I also let go of the limiting beliefs holding me back. I took aligned action, and that “another day” became now.

Since quitting drinking, I feel like I’m in my 20s again—full of energy, drive, and excitement for life.

More energy

I wake up feeling refreshed instead of sluggish, ready to take on the day with purpose.

More presence with my family

No longer distracted or half-checked out, I’m truly engaged with my kids and making real memories.

More time and focus for my business

Evenings are no longer wasted recovering from a few drinks—I have the clarity and drive to build my dream.

More motivation to train and eat well

No more skipped workouts or half-hearted efforts. I fuel my body properly and feel stronger than ever.

More time for what actually matters

The hours lost to drinking and recovering have turned into time spent growing, learning, and enjoying life.

Rebuilding My Identity in society

Without alcohol, I had to rediscover who I was. Not the guy numbing stress or hiding from pain—but the man I wanted to become.

Sobriety wasn’t about restriction

It was about stepping into my full potential. Now, I help other dads to do the same.

It’s now my mission to help other dads who know they’re meant for more—dads who are done with wasting their potential, numbing out, and missing out.

I help dads who are done wasting their potential give up alcohol for good—so they can be the role model their kids deserve and finally become the man they’ve always wanted to be for themselves, their work, and their loved ones—all without losing their ability to enjoy themselves.

If I hadn’t made this shift, I’d still be stuck in the same cycle—working long hours, drinking in the evenings, and putting my dreams on hold. Instead, I’m living with clarity, purpose, and freedom in a place I love, being the dad my kids deserve.