Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 248: Your Story
RE 248: Your Story
RE 248: Your Story
Monday 18th November 2019
Patrick Foley's journey to sobriety on Recovery Elevator highlights honesty, self-awareness, and the power of community support.
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53 minutes
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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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I'm not discovering a new self, like I'm just lifting the cloud of someone who I always have been, and that's a very peaceful feeling.
Ever wondered how telling your story can change your life? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Patrick Foley opens up about his journey to sobriety, which began on January 1, 2019. Born and raised in Boston, Patrick is a high school teacher who teaches religion and history. He shares how he reached a breaking point with alcohol and decided to quit drinking for good.
This decision wasn't just about giving up alcohol; it was about embracing a new way of living that focused on honesty, self-awareness, and building connections with others. Patrick discusses the power of living in the present moment and surrendering to the unknown. While the fear of the unknown can be paralyzing, especially when giving up something as familiar as alcohol, Patrick found peace and freedom by letting go of his past and future worries.
He highlights how telling his story repeatedly became a crucial part of his recovery, helping him build a sense of community and connection that had been missing from his life. Family and community support played a significant role in Patrick's journey. He talks about how his wife and children provided the motivation and support he needed to stay on track. Finding a community of like-minded individuals in recovery also helped him feel less alone on his path to sobriety.
The episode also touches on the benefits of meditation and self-reflection, the challenges faced during recovery, and the importance of honesty and self-awareness. Patrick's story serves as a powerful reminder that no matter how tough the journey, there's always hope for a better life on the other side. Tune in to hear Patrick's full story and gain insights into his inspiring journey to sobriety on Recovery Elevator.