Love Island's Danny Williams says he was 'borderline crackhead' after ITV2 show
A former Love Island star became a "borderline crack head" after appearing on the show.
Taking to Instagram, Danny Williams said: "I just hit the 2 year mark without having a single drop of alcohol (for those that don't know, I was a boarderline crackhead for many years (sic). Long story short, I covered my pain with drink and substances because I wasn't ready to face my own demons, it was easier to pretend than to face my truths.
"When most people go sober they say things like: 'I've got so much more energy now'. 'My sleep has improved so much'. 'I just feel amazing. I've got a spring in my step like never before'. Yeah all that's nice, but honestly, it's not MY experience, you wanna know the biggest benefit for me cutting alcohol out of my life?
"It's nothing physical at all."
Danny continued: "It's me knowing in my heart of hearts that on the mental scoreboard I have with myself, when I lay my head down on my pillow at night.. I'm not letting myself down anymore. Instead of constantly avoiding discomfort I'm facing it every single day BY CHOICE and becoming a better human, partner, son and future father because of it.
"I know that it's 'socially acceptable' to drink.. And I'm not here to say that anyone else needs to cut it out of their life completely either. But running away from discomfort because it 'doesn't feel nice' in the moment, is the fastest way to eliminate your self esteem and feel completely inadequate in life.
"Because you know between you and your heart, that scoreboard says: 'yeah, he always ran from a challenge' and no matter how socially acceptable your excuses are, deep down you know the truth. How are you supposed to feel capable when every day you prove to yourself that you're not?
"Taking control of your fears and facing them head on will set you free. I promise. I'm running my 8 week Summer Sculpt Challenge (starting Monday) to help you get lean and fit with a warrior mentality - this challenge is for you if you're done with the excuses and you're ready to step into your potential
"You've got more in the locker and deep down, you know it."
Frank offers confidential advice about drugs and addiction (email frank@talktofrank.com, message 82111 or call 0300 123 6600) or the NHS has information about getting help.
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