Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Chris De Banks is Creating and Recovering Out Loud with Not Saints | Episode 429
Chris De Banks is Creating and Recovering Out Loud with Not Saints | Episode 429
Chris De Banks is Creating and Recovering Out Loud with Not Saints | Episode 429
Monday 23rd December 2024
Chris De Banks shares his journey from addiction to founding Not Saints, a recovery-based record label, offering hope and inspiration to those on the path to sobriety.
117 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Accept your imperfections; we are not saints.
- Give yourself six months to see if life improves without substances.
- Engage in service within the recovery community.
- Support others by sharing your recovery story openly.
- Involvement in 12-step fellowships can be beneficial.
Give yourself six months. If life doesn't get better, then you can always go back out.
Chris De Banks, the founder of Not Saints, takes centre stage in this episode of The Way Out Podcast. Chris shares his gripping journey through addiction and recovery, highlighting the highs and lows that shaped his path. He candidly discusses his struggles with various substances, including cocaine, amphetamines, and ultimately, alcohol, which brought him to his knees.
Chris’s story is one of transformation and resilience, showing how he turned his life around and now helps others through his recovery-based record label, Not Saints. Chris talks about the importance of accepting one's imperfections and humanity, emphasising that recovery is not about achieving sainthood but about making progress. He shares his best piece of advice: give yourself six months to see if life gets better without substances.
His own experience proved that life did improve, leading him to celebrate over eight years of sobriety. The episode also explores Chris's dedication to service within the recovery community. He discusses his involvement in 12-step fellowships, sponsoring others, and collaborating with various organisations to promote recovery. Not Saints, his record label, supports musicians in recovery and organises sober events, contributing to the growing sober movement in the UK. Listeners will find Chris's story both relatable and inspiring.
His honesty about the challenges of early recovery and the rewards of staying sober offers hope to anyone struggling with addiction. The episode is a testament to the power of community and the impact of sharing one’s journey openly. If you're looking for a dose of motivation and a reminder that recovery is possible, this episode is a must-listen. Chris De Banks's journey is a powerful example of how embracing recovery can lead to a fulfilling and meaningful life.