Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 160. Finding Freedom in Recovery, with Ash Murray
Ep 160. Finding Freedom in Recovery, with Ash Murray
Ep 160. Finding Freedom in Recovery, with Ash Murray
Sunday 1st February 2026
Ash Murray shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the power of support and healing.
79 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Healing
Supportive
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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
- Recovery is more than abstaining from substances; it's about finding peace and purpose.
- Support systems play a crucial role in maintaining sobriety.
- Honesty with oneself and others is key to successful recovery.
- Safe spaces for healing are essential for overcoming addiction.
- Transitioning from patient to therapist can provide unique insights into recovery.
"I knew that if I didn't let them step in and do what they needed to do, I probably wouldn't be here talking to you."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this heartwarming episode of 'Behind The Smile,' Ash Butterss sits down with her longtime friend Ash Murray to discuss their shared battles with addiction and recovery. Having known each other for over two decades, the two Ashes share a unique bond, having both faced addiction and come out stronger on the other side.
Ash Murray, now an Eating Disorder Lead and Therapist at The Wave Clinic in Malaysia, opens up about her personal journey through eating disorders and alcohol addiction. She shares how recovery is more than just abstaining from substances; it's about finding peace and purpose in everyday life. Murray talks candidly about the challenges of maintaining sobriety, especially during COVID-19 lockdowns, where many struggled with isolation.
Her story is a testament to the power of support systems and the importance of finding a safe space to heal. She describes how she went from hiding behind a smile to embracing her true self, thanks to the unwavering support of her community at The Wave Clinic.
Listeners will be moved by Ash Murray's honesty and resilience as she recounts her journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a therapist who helps others navigate their own paths to recovery. This episode is a powerful reminder that while the road to recovery is not easy, it is filled with hope, laughter, and newfound freedom. What can we learn from those who have battled addiction?
Tune in to hear how Ash Murray found her path to healing and how she now helps others do the same.