Brad McLeod
Brad McLeod
From pints with the boys to the operating table, Steven’s battle with alcohol.
From pints with the boys to the operating table, Steven’s battle with alcohol.
From pints with the boys to the operating table, Steven’s battle with alcohol.
Thursday 6th February 2025
Steven shares his gripping journey from heavy drinking in the police force to life-threatening health issues and ultimately finding sobriety.
56 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Early exposure to alcohol can lead to long-term dependency.
- A strong drinking culture can exacerbate addiction.
- Health consequences of heavy drinking can be severe and life-threatening.
- Relapse is a common challenge but can be overcome with perseverance.
- Sobriety brings numerous benefits, including improved relationships and a renewed zest for life.
When you're staring death in the face, you realise just how precious life is.
Steven's journey from 'pints with the boys' to facing life-threatening health issues is a gripping tale of struggle and triumph. Growing up in a small town in the northeast of England, Steven's early exposure to alcohol began innocently with homebrew lager. However, his drinking escalated during his police career, where a strong drinking culture prevailed. Steven candidly shares how his dependency on alcohol grew over the years, impacting his health and nearly costing him his life.
He describes the pivotal moment when he realised the severity of his addiction after suffering a seizure from sudden withdrawal. With honesty and vulnerability, Steven recounts the challenges of relapsing and the physical toll it took on his body. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of seeking help. Now, having turned his life around, Steven emphasises the benefits of sobriety, from improved relationships to a renewed zest for life.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and hope in their own recovery journey. Steven's story reminds us that it's never too late to make a change and that sobriety can lead to a life filled with purpose and joy.