Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler
HWOM MY STORY EPI 9 CHRISTMAS AT HOME
HWOM MY STORY EPI 9 CHRISTMAS AT HOME
HWOM MY STORY EPI 9 CHRISTMAS AT HOME
Saturday 16th October 2021
Stu and Phil discuss starting sobriety during Christmas, highlighting family support, benefits of sobriety, and community in 'Henry Weston's Old Mate'.
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Get the buttons here!Christmas Eve and the Road to Sobriety: Stu's Journey Home
I guess the paranoia would be: they're watching to see whether I'm gonna sneak off for an extra long wee, or just where's you gone? I would imagine it would have been a lot harder because subsequent Christmases have been very hard, Last Christmas being the hardest one.
Imagine leaving the hospital on Christmas Eve, stepping into the festive season while starting a daunting recovery journey. In this heartfelt episode of 'Henry Weston's Old Mate', Stu and Phil take us through those critical first days after Stu's release from the hospital in 2017. It's a raw and real look at the struggles and triumphs of beginning sobriety during what is often the most emotionally charged time of the year.
Stu opens up about the immediate challenges he faced, from the physical hurdles to the emotional rollercoaster. But amidst the difficulties, there's a silver lining: the unwavering support of his family and the sober community. He recounts how their encouragement made those early days bearable and even allowed him to enjoy Christmas with his loved ones. The conversation also dives into the broader benefits of sobriety, such as improved mental health and better sleep.
Stu and Phil discuss the vital role of support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous and the importance of finding a community that truly understands the struggles of addiction. Stu shares his decision to start blogging about his sobriety journey, hoping to inspire others to share their stories and connect with those facing similar battles. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction, especially during the holiday season.
It’s a reminder that recovery is possible and that there’s a community ready to offer support and understanding.