Paul Churchill

Recovery Elevator

Paul Churchill

  • 045: Recovery is Moving in the Right Direction | A Recap of the 60 Minute Segment on Drug and Alcohol Addiction

045: Recovery is Moving in the Right Direction | A Recap of the 60 Minute Segment on Drug and Alcohol Addiction

Monday 28th December 2015

Michael Hilton discusses his recovery journey, the failures of the War on Drugs, and the need for treating addiction as routine healthcare.
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Michael Hilton on Recovery and the Realities of Addiction

If you're not going there for yourself, the chances of you making long-term sobriety are very slim.
Ever wondered how far we've come in addressing addiction? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Michael Hilton, a recovery community leader with over a decade of sobriety, shares his journey and insights. Michael talks about the realities of addiction, highlighting how the War on Drugs has been more of a costly failure than a solution. With 21 million Americans struggling with addiction and nearly half of federal incarcerations related to drug offenses, it's clear we need a new approach.
Michael Botticelli, the 'Drug Czar', advocates for treating addiction as a brain disease rather than a moral failing. He’s even created a high school in Massachusetts for teens in recovery, showing that compassion and support can make a difference. Hilton also emphasizes the importance of making addiction treatment part of routine healthcare, battling the stigma that often surrounds it. He stresses that finding your 'why' and focusing on self-care are crucial for long-term sobriety.
With practical advice on journaling, goal-setting, and mindfulness, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone on the path to recovery or supporting someone who is.