Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 159. From Self Destruction to Self Discovery: How Almost Losing Everything Saved Him, with James Date
Ep 159. From Self Destruction to Self Discovery: How Almost Losing Everything Saved Him, with James Date
Ep 159. From Self Destruction to Self Discovery: How Almost Losing Everything Saved Him, with James Date
Sunday 25th January 2026
Join Ash Butterss as she chats with James Date about his transformative journey from addiction to recovery.
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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
- Community and service are key anchors in recovery.
- Vulnerability and honesty strengthen relationships.
- Daily routines and spiritual practices provide grounding.
- Facing stigma is an important part of the recovery process.
- Reaching out for help can lead to transformative change.
"Oh my goodness, how good is waking up in the morning knowing that you didn't do anything or say anything the night before?"
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this episode of 'Behind The Smile', Ash Butterss chats with James Date, a husband, father, and business owner who has transformed his life through recovery. Once engulfed in a cycle of self-destruction, James shares how hitting rock bottom led him to embrace sobriety, reshaping his world into one filled with purpose and connection.
He opens up about the pivotal role of community and service in his journey, offering a candid look at the power of vulnerability and honesty in deepening relationships. From the chaos of blackout drinking to finding peace in daily routines and spiritual practices, James's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Together with Ash, they tackle the stigma surrounding addiction and highlight the importance of reaching out for help.
If you've ever wondered how someone can turn their life around after addiction, this episode provides a heartfelt glimpse into the possibilities of recovery. So, what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Dive into this inspiring conversation and find out.