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Recover Yourself: Out from Under the Influence
Merrin Douglas shares her unique path to sobriety without traditional programs, focusing on self-awareness and cultural differences in addiction treatment.
41:12•5 Jan 2020
Merrin Douglas: Carving Her Own Path to Sobriety
“The only person that is ever going to be there for all of your life is yourself, and I think this was something I realised at the beginning of last year.”
Ever wondered if you could beat addiction without the usual programs? In this episode of 'Recover Yourself', host MartinJon chats with Merrin Douglas, who’s done just that. With three and a half years of sobriety under her belt, Merrin’s story is anything but typical. She didn't fit the mold of someone needing traditional addiction services—she wasn’t homeless and felt she was doing okay.
This episode dives into how she navigated her recovery journey solo, relying on self-awareness and curiosity rather than conventional methods. Merrin’s experience sheds light on the cultural differences between the UK and the US when it comes to addiction treatment and highlights the importance of self-recovery. If you’re curious about alternative paths to sobriety or feel like traditional programs aren’t for you, Merrin’s story might just be the inspiration you need.
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