Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…

Recovery Elevator

Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…

  • RE 514: A Drinking Problem is Totally Normal

RE 514: A Drinking Problem is Totally Normal

Monday 23rd December 2024

Erin shares her journey to sobriety, highlighting the role of community support and yoga in overcoming alcohol addiction.
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Recovery Elevator
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Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
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Erin's Journey: Finding Sobriety Through Community and Yoga

Episode Overview

  • Community support is crucial for successful recovery.
  • Accountability can significantly increase the chances of staying sober.
  • Yoga and embodiment practices help connect with the body and aid in sobriety.
  • Addiction is often a response to societal pressures rather than a personal failing.
  • Support networks like Café RE provide essential resources and connections.
A drinking problem is a totally normal response to living in a culture that has completely lost its marbles.
In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill chats with Erin, a 50-year-old yoga instructor from Denver, CO, who took her last drink on August 21st, 2023. Erin shares her journey through alcoholism, highlighting the challenges and triumphs she's faced along the way. She opens up about her early drinking experiences in high school and college, her struggles with mommy wine culture, and the realisation that her drinking was a response to the pressures of modern life.
Erin's story is a testament to the power of community and accountability in recovery. She credits her success to supportive networks like Café RE and various recovery resources. Erin also discusses the importance of yoga and embodiment in her sobriety journey, emphasising how connecting with her body has been crucial in her recovery. Paul's insightful commentary ties Erin's experiences to broader themes of addiction as a societal issue rather than a personal failing.
This episode offers hope and practical advice for anyone struggling with alcohol addiction. Tune in to hear Erin's inspiring story and learn how community support can make all the difference in your recovery journey.
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