Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 193: Can I have a drinking problem and not be an Alcoholic?
RE 193: Can I have a drinking problem and not be an Alcoholic?
RE 193: Can I have a drinking problem and not be an Alcoholic?
Monday 29th October 2018
Nel discusses her journey to sobriety, offering insights on changing habits and finding support on Recovery Elevator.
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Paul Churchill
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Nel's Journey: Redefining Drinking Habits and Sobriety
To reduce our problems with alcohol to a “bad habit” is missing the bigger picture. We drink for a variety of reasons...Digging ourselves out of alcohol dependency actually requires the changing or removal of several habits. We need to change the way we relax. We need to change the way we deal with difficult emotions. We need to become more conscious, aware, and in the moment.
What if overcoming a drinking problem meant more than just quitting alcohol? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Nel, who has been sober for over a year, shares her powerful story. She dives into the deeper issues behind alcohol dependency, challenging the idea that it's merely a 'bad habit'. Nel explains how true recovery involves transforming multiple aspects of our lives—from how we handle stress to how we connect with our emotions.
Nel, at 52, talks candidly about her own path to sobriety, highlighting the importance of patience, self-love, and an open mind. She emphasizes that breaking free from alcohol requires changing or removing several habits and becoming more present in the moment. Nel also discusses the vital role of support, whether online or in-person, and how books and resources helped her manage anxiety and negative self-talk. Her insights offer practical advice for anyone struggling with alcohol dependency.
From changing the way we relax to dealing with difficult emotions, Nel's journey is a testament to the hard work and persistence needed for recovery. Tune in to hear her story and learn how you can start making meaningful changes in your own life.