Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 412: Get Your Connection On
RE 412: Get Your Connection On
RE 412: Get Your Connection On
Monday 9th January 2023
Tune into Recovery Elevator as Brad discusses the vital role of connection in sobriety and shares his journey from college to a pharmaceutical career.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Connection: Brad's Sobriety Journey on Recovery Elevator
Human beings are wired for connection, we need it to survive.
Ever felt like loneliness was a heavy weight on your shoulders? In this eye-opening episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen sit down with Brad, a 35-year-old from Fort Wayne, Indiana, who took his last drink on August 31, 2018. Brad opens up about how vital connection is in the journey to sobriety. He emphasizes that human beings are wired for connection; it's as essential as food, water, and shelter.
Without it, we risk falling into the traps of mental health issues and even relapse. Paul shares some startling statistics about loneliness, comparing its harmful effects to those of smoking. But don’t worry, there’s hope. The key is to get connected! Brad shares his own story from his college days to his career in pharmaceuticals and how he found the connection he needed to stay sober.
He talks about the importance of finding a community that shares your values and beliefs, which can help you navigate relationships and find purpose in sobriety. The episode also delves into mental health and the benefits of therapy. Brad shares how therapy has been a game-changer for him, helping him maintain his sobriety and live a fulfilling life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the power of connection in recovery.
Whether you're just starting your journey or have been sober for years, Brad's story will resonate with you.