Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 284: B is for Boundaries
RE 284: B is for Boundaries
RE 284: B is for Boundaries
Monday 27th July 2020
Andrew shares his sobriety journey and the importance of boundaries with Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen on Recovery Elevator.
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Get the buttons here!Andrew's Boundaries: A Key to Sobriety on Recovery Elevator
A great way to start setting boundaries is to make a list of things that drain you, a list of things that, internally, just don't feel right to you.
How do boundaries help in staying sober? In this engaging episode of Recovery Elevator, hosts Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen chat with Andrew, a 37-year-old from Brisbane, Australia. Andrew shares his raw and honest story of quitting alcohol and the pivotal role boundaries have played in his journey. He took his last drink on June 2, 2020, and although he had a brief relapse, he's back on track with nine days of sobriety at the time of recording.
Andrew's journey highlights the importance of setting personal limits to protect one's mental and emotional well-being. Odette, a regular contributor, kicks off the episode by discussing how crucial boundaries are for anyone looking to maintain a stable, alcohol-free life. She emphasizes that boundaries are not just about saying 'no' to others but also about saying 'yes' to yourself. Andrew echoes this sentiment as he recounts how setting boundaries helped him reclaim his identity and protect his energy.
Paul and Kristopher dive deeper into the topic, sharing their own experiences with boundaries and how these have supported their sobriety. They discuss practical tips like making a list of things that drain your energy and creating boundaries around those activities or people. The episode also touches on how alcohol affects relationships and the value of support groups in recovery.
If you're struggling with setting boundaries or looking for ways to strengthen your sobriety, this episode offers practical advice and heartfelt stories that can inspire you to take control of your life. Tune in to hear Andrew's journey and learn how boundaries can be a game-changer in your path to an alcohol-free life.