Recovery Rocks
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Episode 218: Episode 218: Recovery Rock Stars: Art Alexakis of Everclear
Episode 218: Episode 218: Recovery Rock Stars: Art Alexakis of Everclear
Episode 218: Episode 218: Recovery Rock Stars: Art Alexakis of Everclear
Friday 5th April 2024
Art Alexakis of Everclear shares his 35-year sobriety journey, offering insights on recovery, music, and living one day at a time.
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Episode Overview
- Embrace living one day at a time to simplify life.
- Humility and gratitude are crucial in recovery.
- Support from community can make a significant difference.
- Recognising when you're truly done with substances is key.
- Recovery can profoundly influence creative processes.
All we've got is today. When you embrace that, it makes life so much easier
Ever wondered how rock stars stay grounded? In this episode of Recovery Rocks, co-hosts Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara chat with Art Alexakis, the frontman of Everclear. Art shares his journey of nearly 35 years of sobriety, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs along the way. From his iconic song 'Father of Mine' to his daily commitment to living one day at a time, Art's story is both inspiring and relatable.
He opens up about the importance of humility and gratitude in recovery, as well as the moment he knew he was done with drugs and alcohol. Art also discusses how recovery influences his writing process, creating deeply personal yet universally resonant music. The conversation touches on the concept of a 'dry drunk' and the necessity of ongoing support and community.
Whether you're a fan of Everclear or someone on their own recovery journey, this episode offers a mix of heartfelt anecdotes and practical advice. Tune in to hear how Art's experiences can provide hope and motivation for anyone facing similar struggles.