Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 173: Burn the Ships
RE 173: Burn the Ships
RE 173: Burn the Ships
Monday 11th June 2018
Discover Fran's inspiring journey to sobriety by 'burning the ships' on Recovery Elevator. Learn how she found inner peace through mindfulness and self-care.
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Get the buttons here!Fran's Bold Move: Finding Inner Peace by 'Burning the Ships'
My sails didn't capture any wind in my conquest for sobriety until I started to burn the ships
What if the key to a better life was making a bold, irreversible decision? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Fran shares her remarkable journey towards sobriety and the concept of 'burning the ships'. This idea, rooted in history, means committing so fully to a new path that there's no turning back.
Fran, a 43-year-old from Indiana, opens up about her struggles with alcohol, her previous stint of sobriety in her 20s, and the pivotal moment she decided to leave her old life behind for good. Fran's story is one of resilience and transformation. Injured as an athlete and later caught in the restaurant industry's drinking culture, she found herself in a cycle of depression and emptiness. With support from an ex-partner, she initially sought sobriety but eventually relapsed.
This time around, Fran decided to 'burn the ships', leaving no room for retreat into her old habits. Throughout the episode, Fran discusses the vital role of mindfulness and self-care in her recovery. She shares how attending AA meetings and joining support groups provided her with a community that understood her struggles. Fran also highlights the benefits of running as part of her healing process, offering practical advice for others on a similar path.
Fran's journey is both inspiring and relatable, filled with moments of doubt and triumph. Her emphasis on self-care and mindfulness provides valuable insights for anyone looking to break free from alcohol addiction. If you're seeking motivation to make a significant change in your life, Fran's story might be just what you need.