Noel Cunningham: I took a financial blow when I was drinking, my life was out of control

'As a result of my past, I am slow to even treat myself.' Noel Cunningham shares his spending habits with us

Noel Cunningham, Ambassador at Harvey’s Point Co. Donegal and author of Guide to Modern Irish Manners (O’Brien Press)

What is your relationship with money?

My relationship with money has changed for the better, but rather dramatically some years ago. I am a recovering alcoholic and during a very sad, negative period of my life I lost everything. My car, house, savings. This was a very big learning curve and has left a certain fear and anxiety behind, as once in recovery I would never want to be penniless again.