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Episode 61: From Crisis to Clarity
Episode 61: From Crisis to Clarity
Episode 61: From Crisis to Clarity
Friday 18th April 2025
Rachel shares her journey from alcoholism to sobriety, highlighting the role of therapy, community support, and faith in her recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Rachel has been sober for three years and shares her journey.
- Therapy and community support played crucial roles in her recovery.
- She faces unique challenges working as a sober bartender.
- Leaning into faith and journaling are key parts of her mental health regimen.
- Rachel found clarity and purpose in sobriety after contracting COVID-19.
I remember like one time this was within like the first month of me being sober me and my friends went out and they wanted to have brunch so we went to go get brunch and they were like hey like you know do you care if we have mimosas and I'm like yeah no that's fine you guys can have mimosas I'm good the amount of anxiety I started to get once I seen the picture of the mimosas coming out and everybody was drinking and having fun I just started to like clam up and like get really quiet.
In this episode of Stairway to Redemption, Benyi Johnson welcomes Rachel, a special guest who shares her remarkable journey of overcoming alcoholism and mental health challenges. Rachel, who has been sober for three years, opens up about her initial struggles with alcoholism, the pivotal role of therapy and community support in her recovery, and the unique challenges she faces working as a sober bartender.
She vividly describes the anxiety and temptation she felt in social settings where alcohol was present, and how over time, she learned to navigate these situations with confidence. Rachel also discusses the importance of leaning into her faith and journaling as part of her mental health regimen. Rachel's story is filled with raw honesty and resilience. She recounts her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, where heavy drinking became a coping mechanism for stress and abusive relationships.
A turning point came when she contracted COVID-19, leading to a period of sobriety that sparked her decision to pursue a life without alcohol. Rachel's tale is not just about quitting drinking but about finding clarity and purpose in her life. Throughout the episode, Rachel's candid reflections on her journey offer valuable insights for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Her ability to maintain sobriety while working in environments where alcohol is prevalent is truly inspiring.
Benyi and Rachel's conversation is heartfelt and engaging, providing a sense of hope and encouragement for those on their own paths to recovery. If you're looking for a story of resilience and transformation, Rachel's journey is one you won't want to miss. Tune in to hear how she turned her crisis into clarity and found strength in sobriety.