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 524: Memories of Alcohol

RE 524: Memories of Alcohol

Monday 3rd March 2025

Discover how Charlie transformed her life by quitting alcohol, embracing community support, and finding joy in sobriety.
Explicit
42 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging

About this podcast

Recovery Elevator
Author:
Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
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Episodes:
75 (View all)
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Charlie’s Journey: From Subtle Doubts to Sober Triumphs

Episode Overview

  • You don't need to hit rock bottom to realise alcohol is holding you back.
  • Community support is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
  • Sobriety can lead to rediscovering old passions and enjoying an active lifestyle.
  • Alcohol often promises happiness but delivers misery.
  • Breaking free from societal pressures to drink can lead to a more fulfilling life.
I drank for happiness and became unhappy. I drank for joy and became miserable.
Ever wondered how alcohol impacts your life beyond the obvious hangovers? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill chats with Charlie, a 32-year-old software engineer from London, about her journey towards sobriety. Charlie, who took her last drink on December 28th, 2024, shares how she navigated through the ups and downs of quitting alcohol without hitting rock bottom. Instead, she experienced subtle yet significant shifts in her life that led her to embrace a sober lifestyle.
Charlie's story is a testament to the fact that you don't need a dramatic downfall to realise that alcohol might be holding you back. Her journey highlights the importance of community support and the positive changes that come with sobriety, such as rediscovering old passions and enjoying an active lifestyle without the burden of hangovers. Paul and Charlie also discuss the deceptive nature of alcohol and how it promises happiness but often delivers misery.
They touch on the societal pressures to drink and how breaking free from these norms can lead to a more fulfilling life. This episode is filled with relatable anecdotes, practical advice, and a touch of humour, making it a must-listen for anyone considering a life without alcohol. Tune in to hear Charlie's inspiring story and gain insights into how sobriety can lead to a happier, healthier you.
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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 524: Memories of Alcohol

RE 524: Memories of Alcohol

Monday 3rd March 2025

Discover how Charlie transformed her life by quitting alcohol, embracing community support, and finding joy in sobriety.
Explicit
42 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging

About this podcast

Recovery Elevator
Author:
Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
Overview:
Quit Drinking Alcohol Your Way
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
75 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Charlie’s Journey: From Subtle Doubts to Sober Triumphs

Episode Overview

  • You don't need to hit rock bottom to realise alcohol is holding you back.
  • Community support is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
  • Sobriety can lead to rediscovering old passions and enjoying an active lifestyle.
  • Alcohol often promises happiness but delivers misery.
  • Breaking free from societal pressures to drink can lead to a more fulfilling life.
I drank for happiness and became unhappy. I drank for joy and became miserable.
Ever wondered how alcohol impacts your life beyond the obvious hangovers? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill chats with Charlie, a 32-year-old software engineer from London, about her journey towards sobriety. Charlie, who took her last drink on December 28th, 2024, shares how she navigated through the ups and downs of quitting alcohol without hitting rock bottom. Instead, she experienced subtle yet significant shifts in her life that led her to embrace a sober lifestyle.
Charlie's story is a testament to the fact that you don't need a dramatic downfall to realise that alcohol might be holding you back. Her journey highlights the importance of community support and the positive changes that come with sobriety, such as rediscovering old passions and enjoying an active lifestyle without the burden of hangovers. Paul and Charlie also discuss the deceptive nature of alcohol and how it promises happiness but often delivers misery.
They touch on the societal pressures to drink and how breaking free from these norms can lead to a more fulfilling life. This episode is filled with relatable anecdotes, practical advice, and a touch of humour, making it a must-listen for anyone considering a life without alcohol. Tune in to hear Charlie's inspiring story and gain insights into how sobriety can lead to a happier, healthier you.