Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 517: Protect Your Sobriety Like a Child
RE 517: Protect Your Sobriety Like a Child
RE 517: Protect Your Sobriety Like a Child
Monday 13th January 2025
Cindy shares her inspiring journey to sobriety and how protecting it is like caring for a child. Tune in for wisdom and motivation.
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53 minutes
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Paul Churchill
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Protect your sobriety like caring for a child.
- Community support is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- Therapy and mindfulness can aid in recovery.
- Recognising guilt and turning points can lead to positive change.
- Every positive change stems from the decision to quit drinking.
Protect your sobriety like it's the centre of your universe.
Protecting your sobriety is a lot like taking care of a child - it's all about nurturing, love, and commitment. In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen talk to Cindy, a 36-year-old from Los Angeles who has been sober since December 31st, 2023. Cindy shares her journey, starting from her first sip of alcohol at the tender age of seven to her struggles with excessive drinking during her teenage years and early twenties.
Her story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring as she recounts the moments that led her to realise the need for change. She talks about the guilt she felt after a night of heavy drinking and the turning point that made her seek therapy. Cindy's tale is a testament to the strength it takes to acknowledge a problem and the dedication required to stay sober.
Throughout the episode, Cindy discusses the importance of community support, therapy, and mindfulness in maintaining her sobriety. She highlights how protecting her sobriety has become as crucial as caring for a child, emphasising that every positive change in her life stems from her decision to quit drinking. Paul and Kristopher also share their insights and experiences, making this episode a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone on a similar path.
If you're looking for motivation or just a relatable story, this episode is definitely worth a listen. Remember, protecting your sobriety is not just about saying no to alcohol; it's about saying yes to a better life.