Janey Lee Grace - Alcohol Free Life from The Sober Club
Janey Lee Grace - Alcohol Free Life from The Sober Club
242: From Rock Bottom to Sober Forever with Susan Laurie
242: From Rock Bottom to Sober Forever with Susan Laurie
242: From Rock Bottom to Sober Forever with Susan Laurie
Friday 14th July 2023
Listen to Susan Laurie discuss her journey from addiction to advocacy with Janey Lee Grace, shedding light on the need for societal change in addressing alcohol dependence.
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Janey Lee Grace - Alcohol Free Life from The Sober Club
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Episode Overview
- Susan Laurie's personal journey from rock bottom to sobriety and advocacy for change
- The harmful impact of alcohol and the need for earlier intervention and support
- Insight into the transformative treatment that rewired Susan's brain and set her on the path to recovery
- Susan Laurie's advocacy work with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Alcohol Harm and the Alcohol Health Alliance
- Discussion on destigmatizing alcohol dependence and fostering change in societal attitudes
I never want to use my story to scare people, because, again, it just puts people off. Let's talk about it, let's be more mindful, let's think about it so that people don't end up like me.
Susan Laurie's story is a powerful testament to resilience and transformation. In this episode, Janey Lee Grace sits down with Susan, the author of 'From Rock Bottom to Sober Forever', to discuss her journey through the darkest days of alcohol addiction to becoming a beacon of hope and change. Susan's candid recounting of her struggles, including the toll on her mental health and the life-threatening moments, paints a vivid picture of the harsh realities of addiction.
She doesn't shy away from discussing the relapses and the painstaking path to recovery that eventually led her to a groundbreaking treatment that rewired her brain and set her on a sober path for good. The conversation goes beyond personal anecdotes, diving into Susan's work with the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Alcohol Harm and the Alcohol Health Alliance. Her advocacy highlights the critical need for early intervention and support systems for those battling alcohol dependence.
Janey and Susan also touch on the societal shifts needed to destigmatize addiction and promote mental health. Their discussion is not just about the individual struggle but also about the collective effort required to change how society views and deals with alcohol dependence. This episode is a blend of heartfelt storytelling and insightful commentary, making it a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction or interested in understanding its broader implications.