216. Managing OCD, sobriety and making Mindful Men with Simon Rinne
Episode description
In this episode I catch up with social worker and the founder of Mindful Men Simon Rinne. Simon developed OCD tendencies in childhood which intensified in his teens. The only way he could slow his mind down was by using alcohol. We break down what it looks like when you have OCD and how exhausting those intrusive thoughts can become.
Simon was struggling so much on the inside, growing up in a football and "alpha men" environment which talking about vulnerabilities and mental health was not supported. His internal struggle worse and worse when alcohol was helping him at first it eventually took over and his life become unmanageable.
Simon has now been sober for over a year at the time of recording and helping other men and women with OCD and other mental health issues.
To reach out to Simon or find out more about Mindful Men go to
or insta @mindful.men.aus
For more resources such as coaching with Danni or to join the next HIQA challenge or retreat go to
Follow HIQA insta @howiquitalcohol
Music for Podcast intro and outro written by Danni Carr performed by Mr Cassidy
If you are struggling with physical dependancy on alcohol consider contacting a local AA meeting or a drug and alcohol therapist. Always consult a GP before stopping alcohol.
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