Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 140. From Not Leaving the House to Living Fully: Justine Youl on Recovering from Addiction and Abuse
Ep 140. From Not Leaving the House to Living Fully: Justine Youl on Recovering from Addiction and Abuse
Ep 140. From Not Leaving the House to Living Fully: Justine Youl on Recovering from Addiction and Abuse
Sunday 14th September 2025
Discover Justine Youl's inspiring journey from addiction to thriving business owner in Bali, sharing insights on sobriety, boundaries, and healing.
57 minutes
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Ashleigh Butterss
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Justine Youl shares her journey from addiction to running an international business.
- Importance of setting boundaries for personal well-being.
- The role of breathwork and meditation in healing from trauma.
- Living a fulfilling life without alcohol.
- Strategies for balancing motherhood with recovery.
"Without my recovery I honestly have nothing. Like I can lose everything like that and I'm well aware of that."
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? Justine Youl's story is a testament to resilience and transformation. In this episode of 'Behind The Smile with Ash Butterss,' Justine shares her journey from being trapped in an abusive relationship and struggling with addiction to building a thriving international business while living in Bali.
At the height of her alcoholism, she couldn't even leave her house, but now, over three and a half years sober, she's a powerhouse of discipline and positivity. Justine talks about the importance of her morning routine, setting boundaries, and how breathwork and meditation have played crucial roles in her healing process. Her candidness about her past, including her experiences with domestic violence and ADHD, offers a raw and honest perspective on recovery.
Justine's insights into maintaining sobriety while juggling the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship are both inspiring and practical. This episode isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about embracing life fully and finding joy in everyday moments. Justine's journey reminds us that recovery is possible and that life can be rich and fulfilling without alcohol. Her story is not only a source of hope but also a call to action for anyone feeling trapped by their circumstances.
Are you ready to embrace the possibility of a life free from the chains of addiction?