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From Wheelchair to 1,000 Days Sober: Madison’s Powerful Recovery From Alcohol Addiction
From Wheelchair to 1,000 Days Sober: Madison’s Powerful Recovery From Alcohol Addiction
From Wheelchair to 1,000 Days Sober: Madison’s Powerful Recovery From Alcohol Addiction
Thursday 6th November 2025
Madison shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma and alcohol addiction to 1,000 days sober, highlighting resilience and community support.
40 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Honest
Healing
Empowering
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Episode Overview
- Recovery is a continuous journey requiring ongoing effort.
- Community support can be vital in overcoming addiction.
- Facing and accepting personal challenges is crucial for healing.
- Faith can play a significant role in the recovery process.
- Recognising transfer addiction is important for long-term sobriety.
"Sobriety is a journey, not a destination."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Madison's journey from a wheelchair to nearly 1,000 days of sobriety is nothing short of remarkable. Her story is a testament to the power of resilience and the transformative impact of surrendering to a higher power. Madison opens up about her struggles with childhood trauma, the harsh realities of alcohol neuropathy, and the turning point that led her to seek help at the Greenhouse Treatment Center.
Madison shares her raw and honest experiences of hitting rock bottom, where she faced the terrifying possibility of losing her ability to walk due to alcohol neuropathy. Her journey through treatment wasn't just about physical healing but also about spiritual and emotional recovery. She talks candidly about how surrendering to her faith and accepting help from those around her became pivotal in her recovery process.
The episode highlights the importance of community support, as Madison recalls the incredible women she met in treatment who stood by her side, offering strength and encouragement. She reflects on the concept of 'transfer addiction' and how it played a role in her life post-gastric bypass surgery, leading her to alcohol as a coping mechanism. Madison's story is filled with moments of vulnerability, hope, and inspiration. It's a reminder that recovery is a continuous journey, not a destination.
Her courage to share her story is not only empowering for those battling addiction but also offers hope to those who feel isolated in their struggles. As Madison looks towards the future, she envisions writing a book to further share her journey and inspire others. If you're curious about the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery, Madison's story is one you won't want to miss.