Paul Churchill

Recovery Elevator

Paul Churchill

  • RE 362: Acceptance is the Answer

RE 362: Acceptance is the Answer

Monday 24th January 2022

Noelle discusses her journey to sobriety with host Paul Churchill, focusing on acceptance and the power of community in recovery.
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Recovery Elevator
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Paul Churchill
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Noelle's Journey: Acceptance and Embracing Sobriety

Embracing negative thoughts can propel you into the right thoughts and behaviors.
Have you ever wondered how accepting your thoughts can change your life? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Noelle, a 31-year-old from Colorado, shares her inspiring story of sobriety. With her last drink on June 24, 2019, Noelle opens up about her journey and the role Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has played in her recovery. ACT encourages people to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than battling or feeling guilty about them.
Noelle explains how accepting her negative thoughts has helped her move towards positive actions and behaviors. Noelle's story is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and self-discovery in recovery. She talks about her experiences with perceived bottoms in alcoholism, the role of spirituality, and the rewards of being of service to others. Her journey highlights the challenges and triumphs of living an alcohol-free life.
Listeners will find themselves reflecting on their own paths as Noelle discusses the impact of embracing negative thoughts and how it can propel you into the right mindset for sobriety. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of acceptance, community, and the transformative power of self-compassion.