Episode 26 - Victoria

Episode 26 - Victoria

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Victoria has been proudly alcohol-free since January 2022, following a decade-long career at the country’s leading pub company, where she was events manager. Her journey into sobriety has been transformative, allowing her to embrace a lifestyle rooted in wellness, creativity, and meaningful connections.


A devoted mum, daughter, girlfriend, and co-parent to beloved Chihuahua, Rose, Victoria balances her personal life and her pastime as a published lifestyle writer. Her work has regularly featured in East Magazine and Stamford Living, where she shares insights on wellbeing, culture and the art of truly enjoying life.Since 2019, Victoria has been a dedicated Mental Health First Aider, advocating for workplace wellbeing and fostering supportive environments. Her passion for mental health extends beyond the office, as she actively champions healthier coping mechanisms and balanced living.


An avid festival-goer, Victoria has taken her message of sober empowerment to major events, speaking about alcohol-free living at Latitude Festival and Bash at the Beach. Her enthusiasm for the arts, film, and travel fuels her zest for life, proving that joy and adventure flourish in a sober lifestyle.Now also caffeine-free and following the *Human Being Diet *(HBD), Victoria continues to explore pathways to a vibrant, fulfilling life. With an unwavering commitment to wellbeing and an infectious energy for living life well, she is an inspiring advocate for those seeking to redefine their relationship with alcohol and embrace a healthier, happier future.


You can find Victoria on her Insta here:


https://www.instagram.com/victorias.gentle.life


You can still donate to Victorias walk for Nacoa:


https://www.justgiving.com/page/victoria-magnall-2


The film we discussed is:


Thanks for Sharing - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1932718/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk


And the book:


David Wilson - One for the Road - https://amzn.eu/d/iqOKUit


My Instagram is:


https://www.instagram.com/recovery_jimmy


And you can find all my other links at:


https://linktr.ee/jimmythistle


Buy me a coffee…


https://buymeacoffee.com/afterhourswithjimmyt

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My Instagram is:
https://www.instagram.com/recovery_jimmy

And you can find all my other links at:
https://linktr.ee/jimmythistle

Buy me a coffee…
https://buymeacoffee.com/afterhourswithjimmyt

Alcohol Explained - William Porter

https://a.co/d/0854fIb6

This Naked Mind - Annie Grace

https://a.co/d/0gy6mT9Z

A Million Little Pieces - James Frey

https://a.co/d/0jdcIjGb

Donate:

https://motiv8.im/donate/

https://nacoa.org.uk/get-involved/donating/donate/

My Instagram is:

https://www.instagram.com/recovery_jimmy


And you can find all my other links at:

https://linktr.ee/jimmythistle


Buy me a coffee…

https://buymeacoffee.com/afterhourswithjimmyt


Alcohol Explained - William Porter

https://amzn.to/4uMmkyB


This Naked Mind - Annie Grace

https://amzn.to/4eC6L6z


A Million Little Pieces - James Frey

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Donate:

https://motiv8.im/donate/

https://nacoa.org.uk/get-involved/donating/donate/

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