What if the key to staying sober is finding joy in the little things? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill chats with Brett, a 27-year-old from San Francisco, who took her last drink on January 2, 2020. Brett opens up about the 'shame circle' that kept her trapped in a cycle of drinking and self-loathing. She shares how breaking free from alcohol has allowed her to discover new sources of happiness and purpose.

Brett talks candidly about her struggles with emotional regulation and the tools that have helped her along the way, like exercise and journaling. She also dives into her rehab experience and the self-care practices that keep her grounded. Whether you're just starting your sobriety journey or looking for ways to enhance your alcohol-free life, Brett's story is filled with practical tips and inspiring moments. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around and found joy in sobriety.

Join Brett on Recovery Elevator as she shares her journey to sobriety, focusing on finding joy and practicing self-care.

Brett's Sobriety Story: Embracing Joy and Self-Care

RE 332: Find More Joy

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It isn't a NO to alcohol, but a YES to a better life!  Best selling author Paul Churchill, along with Kristopher Oyen interview people who have stepped away from alcohol in their own lives. Each week this podcast does a deep dive into an exploration of what a booze free life might look like from various perspectives and opinions. 

If you are sick and tired of alcohol making you sick and tired, we invite you to listen to Recovery Elevator. Check out what an alcohol free life can look like as others share their own stories of sobriety. If you are sober curious, newly sober, supporting a loved one or living your best life already in recovery, then you are in the right place.

This podcast addresses what to do if you’re addicted to alcohol, or if you think you’re an alcoholic. Other topics include, does moderate drinking work, does addiction serve a purpose, what happens to the brain when we quit drinking, should you track sobriety time, is A.A. right for you, spirituality, and more. 

Similar to other recovery podcasts like This Naked Mind, the Shair Podcast, and the Recovered Podcast, Paul and Kris discuss a topic and then interview someone who has ditched the booze.

Recovery Elevator

What if the key to staying sober is finding joy in the little things? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill chats with Brett, a 27-year-old from San Francisco, who took her last drink on January 2, 2020. Brett opens up about the 'shame circle' that kept her trapped in a cycle of drinking and self-loathing. She shares how breaking free from alcohol has allowed her to discover new sources of happiness and purpose.Brett talks candidly about her struggles with emotional regulation and the tools that have helped her along the way, like exercise and journaling. She also dives into her rehab experience and the self-care practices that keep her grounded. Whether you're just starting your sobriety journey or looking for ways to enhance your alcohol-free life, Brett's story is filled with practical tips and inspiring moments. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around and found joy in sobriety.

RE 333: What You're Asking for is on the Way

RE 331: Keep Moving Forward

Paul Churchill

Paul Churchill

RE 332: Find More Joy

RE 332: Find More Joy

RE 332: Find More Joy

Monday 28th June 2021

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Recovery Elevator

Brett's Sobriety Story: Embracing Joy and Self-Care