Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 461: Wait, You Drink Poison?
RE 461: Wait, You Drink Poison?
RE 461: Wait, You Drink Poison?
Monday 18th December 2023
Gill shares her inspiring journey from alcohol addiction to sobriety in Recovery Elevator's 'Wait, You Drink Poison?' episode. Discover hope and insights.
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Get the buttons here!From Poison to Peace: Gill's Sobriety Journey
Episode Overview
- Jill's journey from alcohol addiction to finding peace in sobriety
- Insights into the impact of alcohol addiction and changing cultural narratives
- Reflections on coping skills, community support, and personal growth in recovery
- Debunking myths about moderation and navigating triggers in sobriety
- The power of embracing sobriety and redefining recovery
Alcohol changes the brain to reinforce more drinking. Some people are more vulnerable to those changes than others. It's not how good or bad you are, how strong or weak you are. Some things obviously contribute like coping skills, which is something that we have power over.
Imagine discovering that what you've been consuming is essentially poison. That's the eye-opening realization Gill faced, leading her to take her last drink on November 9th, 2019. In this episode of Recovery Elevator, hosts Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen introduce us to Gill, a 33-year-old from Lexington, MA, who shares her raw and inspiring journey from alcohol addiction to sobriety.
Gill’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with alcohol, shedding light on the highs and lows of recovery and the profound changes that come with it. She opens up about the challenges she faced, the stigma surrounding sobriety, and how she found a sense of purpose and peace in her alcohol-free life. Alongside Gill's story, the episode also features an update from Ryan H., who shares his progress just two weeks into his own sobriety journey.
Paul and Kris also discuss the importance of community and support in recovery, highlighting their intensive DRY January course, RESTORE. Whether you’re sober-curious, newly sober, or supporting someone on their journey, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to hear Gill’s powerful story and explore how embracing sobriety can redefine your life.