Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 340: Give Yourself a Break
RE 340: Give Yourself a Break
RE 340: Give Yourself a Break
Monday 23rd August 2021
Join Mike on Recovery Elevator as he discusses his path to sobriety, focusing on self-compassion and community support for a fulfilling alcohol-free life.
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Get the buttons here!Mike's Sobriety Story: Learning to Be Kind to Yourself
So next time the voice comes in and says: Stanley, we're going to love ourselves, you know Next Tuesday, because that's when we hit One-Year alcohol-free or something like that- I want you to ask yourself: why can't you love yourself and give yourself a break right now?
Feeling like you’re too hard on yourself? You’re not alone. In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Mike, a 36-year-old from Fort Worth, Texas, opens up about his journey to sobriety, which began on September 20, 2020. Mike’s story is a heartfelt reminder that self-compassion is crucial in the path to recovery. Hosted by Paul Churchill, the episode dives into the importance of giving yourself a break and letting go of self-loathing and shame.
Mike talks candidly about his struggles with addiction, stemming from high school days, and how childhood trauma played a role in his drinking habits. He emphasizes that hating yourself for drinking or failing to quit isn’t productive and shares healthier coping strategies he has found helpful. This episode also touches on the value of community in sobriety, the benefits of rehab and AA meetings, and the importance of inner child work.
Mike’s journey is not just about quitting alcohol; it’s about learning to love and forgive oneself. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the power of self-forgiveness and the joy of living an alcohol-free life.