Ashleigh Butterss.Ashleigh Butterss.
One For The Road
<p>Happy New Year and thank you for joining me for another great episode of One For The Road; be sure to stay tuned in to the end of the show for some Dry January tips and advice.</p><p>On this week's show i am joined by Ashleigh Butterss. Ashleigh is the creator, host and executive producer of Behind The Smile – a recovery podcast designed to expose and remove the stigma around mental health, trauma and addiction. After making the decision to get sober in 2020, Ash set out on a mission, quitting her corporate job and diving deeply into the world of self-development and recovery. Her mission is to smash through the stereotype that surrounds addiction so that other people can feel safe to show up and ask for help. With a background in Journalism, Ash is passionate about sharing people’s stories and fearlessly believes that we can normalise the conversation through awareness, education and participation. </p><br><p>This episode of One For The Road is sponsored by <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> Further information and links attached below.</p><p>If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice and for Ashleigh.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashbutterss/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/ashbutterss/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.ashbutterss.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ashbutterss.com/</a></p><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/behind-the-smile-with-ash-butterss/id1638627215" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/behind-the-smile-with-ash-butterss/id1638627215</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/692940225582144" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/692940225582144</a></p><p><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><p>Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez</p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><br><p>This season's podcast is sponsored by a great new start up called Tweak Life. They have built a well-being hub full of useful information and tweaks that can help you improve your mental and physical health and finances. There is a wide range of topics covered which includes mindfulness, eating well, exercise. managing addictions, improving finances, mortgages and even menopause.</p><p>This is free to use, just go to <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> for more information.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
58:46•4 Jan 2023
Ashleigh Butterss: Shattering Stigmas and Embracing Sobriety
“A life of sobriety is not an easy decision, but it is the best decision I have ever made in my life, and I wouldn't swap my sobriety for anything else in the world.”
Ever wondered what it takes to break free from addiction and transform your life? In this episode of 'One For The Road', David Wilson, also known as SoberDave, sits down with Ashleigh Butterss, the dynamic force behind the recovery podcast 'Behind The Smile'. Ashleigh shares her courageous journey to sobriety, which began in 2020 when she decided to leave her corporate job and dive into self-development and recovery.
With a background in Journalism, Ashleigh is passionate about dismantling the stereotypes around mental health, trauma, and addiction. She believes that by sharing stories and fostering open conversations, we can create a safer space for those struggling to seek help. During their chat, Ashleigh opens up about her personal experiences with somatic therapy and the deep work required to shift her mindset.
She also offers practical advice for those starting their Dry January journey, emphasizing the importance of staying present and connected. If you're looking for inspiration and tangible tips on maintaining a sober lifestyle, this episode is a must-listen. Join David and Ashleigh as they explore the challenges and triumphs of sobriety, proving that it's possible to live a fulfilling life without alcohol.
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