In this episode, Jen and Ruari discuss Gary's relationship with alcohol, how he started to discover it, and eventually how he got addicted. Born in 1972 in the West of Ireland into a farming background. Gary has 2 younger brothers. Things were sometimes a little tricky growing up because he was born with Spina Bifida which meant relatively frequent trips to the hospital, lots of rehabs, missed school etc. There were no “special” facilities in those days. Upon finishing school he did a degree in computer science in Dublin. In the late 90s, he met his wife and they moved to Galway in 2000 where they still live with their 5 dogs. Gary shares what his life was like before he got into the vice and how his experiences, environment, and relationships influenced him to start drinking. You will hear what Gary has to say about OYNB and how that together with personal development changed his relationship with alcohol. How OYNB changed his life. Now, everyone knows and accepts Gary as someone who doesn’t drink and he has not lost a single relationship by becoming alcohol-free but instead gained so much authenticity towards his relationships. Who wouldn’t want a changed life? Let’s listen to this episode and learn how you can change your relationship with alcohol and be alcohol-free. In this episode you will learn:  How alcohol can ruin your life  What is OYNB How OYNB can help you be alcohol free Advices from Gary as an alcohol free person Changing your relationship with alcohol For more information on what is shared in this episode and to join the AFM community for more support, coaching, book club, meetups and positivity power-ups then head to https://www.oneyearnobeer.com/afm and use the code PODCAST10 for 10% off joining the Alcohol-Free community  The One Year No Beer Podcast is the show created to inspire you to take the steps needed to Finally Transform Your Relationship With Alcohol.  This podcast will help you to kick start your healthy habits and reconnect with your true self by taking you on the journey of becoming the most productive, present and healthiest version of yourself.  You’ll hear the inspiring, motivating and thought-provoking stories of some of the 80,000+ OYNB members who have changed their lives and now enjoy improved sleep, being more productive, reducing anxiety levels, losing weight and feeling noticeably better just by taking a break from booze.  If you are thinking about changing your relationship with alcohol, or you are alcohol-free, then this podcast will not only give you top tips, ideas, strategies and support but also motivate and inspire you to totally transform your life!