Arlina Allen

The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast

Arlina Allen

  • 394 How To Quit Drinking Alcohol Without Hitting Rock Bottom

394 How To Quit Drinking Alcohol Without Hitting Rock Bottom

Thursday 18th September 2025

Explore how meditation and Zen Buddhism helped Billy Winn quit drinking without hitting rock bottom. Insightful and inspiring stories await.
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71 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
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Healing

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The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast
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Arlina Allen
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Finding Fulfillment Without Alcohol: A Zen Approach

Episode Overview

  • Meditation can help rewire the brain for sobriety.
  • Zen Buddhist practices offer a path to peace and fulfillment.
  • You don't need to hit rock bottom to quit drinking.
  • Childhood experiences can shape adult behaviours.
  • Finding inner worthiness is key to overcoming addiction.
Quitting drinking was enough. And actually, I was enough no matter what.
Ever wondered what it takes to quit drinking without hitting rock bottom? This episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast offers a fascinating look into how meditation teacher and author Billy Winn found peace and fulfillment through Zen Buddhist practice, helping him leave alcohol behind. Billy shares the pivotal moment that led him to stop drinking, and the lessons learned from opening an alcohol-free bar.
He also dives into the transformative power of meditation in rewiring the brain, touching on topics like childhood adversity, workaholism, and burnout. His story is a testament to finding freedom by realizing you're already enough, without needing to do more or be more. You'll also hear about his new book, 'The Empty Path: Finding Fulfillment Through the Radical Art of Lessening', and his involvement in shaping psychedelic-assisted therapy policy in Colorado.
With light-hearted anecdotes and deeper reflections, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about sobriety, mindfulness, or finding peace in a busy world. So, are you ready to discover how to find peace and fulfillment without alcohol? Let's dive in!
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