Eternal Media
Eternal Media
Knowing The Score #3 Alex
Knowing The Score #3 Alex
Knowing The Score #3 Alex
Thursday 15th May 2025
Explore Alex's candid journey through addiction and recovery, revealing the impact of alcohol and the path to healing.
Explicit
58 minutes
Honest
Raw
Informative
Supportive
Engaging
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Eternal Media
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Early exposure to alcohol can lead to reliance.
- Addiction often masks underlying mental health issues.
- Recovery involves rebuilding self-esteem.
- Support systems like 12-step programmes are crucial.
- Societal norms can obscure the dangers of alcohol.
"I didn't think I had a problem, but I was drinking out of a mug hiding behind my sofa."
In this episode of The Recovery Hub Podcast, the raw and compelling story of Alex unfolds as she recounts her journey through addiction and recovery. Lucke from Eternal Media teams up with Levi and Josh from Meddwl Ymlaen – Mind Our Future to explore Alex's past, marked by challenging childhood experiences that set the stage for her struggles with alcohol.
The conversation sheds light on the insidious nature of alcohol, often seen as harmless, yet capable of wreaking havoc in one's life. Alex's candid reflections offer a no-holds-barred look at how addiction can stealthily take root, often masked by societal norms and personal denial. Alex shares how her early exposure to alcohol, amidst family celebrations and social gatherings, gradually led to reliance on it as a crutch for her insecurities and negative self-perceptions.
Her story is a stark reminder of how addiction can masquerade as fun or relief, only to leave one isolated and trapped. The discussion delves into the misconceptions surrounding addiction, highlighting the importance of recognising the mental health aspects that accompany substance abuse. Listeners are taken on a journey through Alex's awakening to her addiction and her eventual steps towards recovery.
Her transformation is not just about abstaining from substances but also about rebuilding self-esteem and learning to value herself beyond her flaws. The episode underscores the significance of support systems like 12-step programmes, which have played a pivotal role in Alex's recovery journey. This episode offers an unfiltered look at the complexities of addiction and recovery, making it a valuable listen for anyone seeking understanding or support in their own or a loved one's battle with substance use.
Alex's story serves as a powerful testament to the resilience and hope that can emerge from the darkest of times.