Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
RE 529: It Doesn’t Matter What You Have
RE 529: It Doesn’t Matter What You Have
RE 529: It Doesn’t Matter What You Have
Monday 7th April 2025
Jenny shares her inspiring journey from addiction to holistic recovery, highlighting the importance of community support and self-discovery.
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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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Episode Overview
- Labels for addiction don't matter; taking action does.
- Community support is crucial in the recovery journey.
- Embracing a holistic approach leads to lasting recovery.
- Finding joy in nature can enhance well-being.
- Making peace with one's past is essential for healing.
It doesn’t matter what caused it. Here we are. And now we have to deal with it.
In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill chats with Jenny, a 38-year-old from Hudson, WI, who celebrated her last drink on February 16, 2020. Jenny shares her inspiring journey from early struggles with addiction to finding stability and balance in her life today. Paul opens the episode by emphasising that the labels we attach to our relationship with alcohol don't really matter – what matters is taking action to address it.
This episode dives into Jenny's evolution from identifying as sober to embracing a holistic recovery approach. She explains how nature and outdoor activities have become integral to her well-being and how she finds joy in these pursuits without the cloud of alcohol. Jenny's story is a testament to the power of resilience and self-discovery. She discusses the importance of community support, particularly through Café RE, and how connecting with others on the same journey has been transformative.
Paul and Jenny also touch on the challenges of early sobriety, the misconception that sobriety will be met with universal support, and the significance of making peace with one's past. Jenny's reflections on her recovery journey offer hope and encouragement for anyone struggling with addiction. By the end of the episode, you'll be reminded that no matter what label you use, it's the actions you take and the support you find that truly matter.
Tune in to hear Jenny's candid and uplifting story and gain insights into the healing process.