Matt Gardiner
Matt Gardiner
'Coming Full Circle' || CHRIS NELLIST
'Coming Full Circle' || CHRIS NELLIST
'Coming Full Circle' || CHRIS NELLIST
Monday 2nd May 2022
Join Chris Nellist on 'Beyond Recovery' as he recounts his inspiring journey from alcoholism to sobriety. Listen now for a story of resilience and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Chris Nellist: A Journey from Alcoholism to Triumph
I am a 52-year-old man who became an alcoholic aged 12. Over the years it was up and down like it is for many of us, but overall a slow
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around after decades of battling addiction? Meet Chris Nellist, a man who started drinking at the tender age of 12 and found himself in the throes of alcoholism for most of his life. In this episode of 'Beyond Recovery', Chris joins host Matt Gardiner to share his incredible story of resilience and transformation.
Calling in from Scotland, Chris opens up about the highs and lows of his journey, including his early struggles with dyslexia, joining the British Army, and earning a law degree. He candidly discusses the depths of his addiction, describing mornings filled with severe shakes, dry heaving, and even hallucinations. It wasn't until 2020 that Chris decided enough was enough.
With the support of his doctor and the NHS addiction team, he embarked on a medically supervised detox, incorporating medications like Antabuse and Campral to aid his recovery. But it's not just the medical interventions that helped Chris; he found solace in nature walks and classical music, which became powerful tools in his healing process.
One of the most touching moments in the episode is when Chris talks about discovering he had PTSD and CPTSD from his childhood, which he had been masking with alcohol. Now, he and his wife enjoy peaceful mornings watching a live cam of an osprey nest—a simple yet profound ritual that symbolizes his new life. Chris's story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction.
It's a testament to the power of resilience, community support, and the human spirit's capacity for change. If you're looking for inspiration or know someone who could use it, this episode is a must-listen.