RE 529: It Doesn't Matter What You Have
RE 529: It Doesn't Matter What You Have

Recovery Elevator

Today we have Jenny. She is 38 years old from Hudson, WI and she took her last drink on February 16, 2020. Sponsors for this episode include: – 10% off of your first month Recovery Elevator has a nonprofit called which is our...

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Recovery Elevator

Paul Churchill

It isn't a NO to alcohol, but a YES to a better life! Best selling author Paul Churchill, along with Kristopher Oyen interview people who have stepped away from alcohol in their own lives. Each week this podcast does a deep dive into an exploration of what a booze free life might look like from various perspectives and opinions. If you are sick and tired of alcohol making you sick and tired, we invite you to listen to Recovery Elevator. Check out what an alcohol free life can look like as others share their own stories of sobriety. If you are sober curious, newly sober, supporting a loved one or living your best life already in recovery, then you are in the right place. This podcast addresses what to do if you’re addicted to alcohol, or if you think you’re an alcoholic. Other topics include, does moderate drinking work, does addiction serve a purpose, what happens to the brain when we quit drinking, should you track sobriety time, is A.A. right for you, spirituality, and more. Similar to other recovery podcasts like This Naked Mind, the Shair Podcast, and the Recovered Podcast, Paul and Kris discuss a topic and then interview someone who has ditched the booze.

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Jenny's Journey: From Sobriety to Holistic Recovery

Episode Overview

Jenny's transformation from alcohol addiction to holistic recovery.
The shift in mindset from being sober to living in recovery.
The importance of community support and connection.
Challenges faced during the early days of sobriety.
Embracing spirituality and self-discovery as part of the recovery journey.

“Your liver doesn't care if you're drinking because of childhood trauma or because you really like the taste of bourbon. It's just taking notes for your next doctor's appointment.”

In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen sit down with Jenny, a 38-year-old from Hudson, Wisconsin, who shares her inspiring journey to sobriety. Jenny took her last drink on February 16, 2020, and she opens up about her transformation from a life dominated by alcohol to one of holistic recovery. Her story is filled with moments of struggle and triumph, shedding light on the importance of not just quitting alcohol but embracing a complete lifestyle change.

Jenny talks about how she now views herself as someone in recovery rather than just sober, emphasising the shift in her mindset and approach to life. She also highlights the challenges and rewards of living alcohol-free, from the initial physical difficulties to the ultimate joy of experiencing life fully present. Jenny's reflections on spirituality, the importance of community, and the journey of self-discovery are both touching and relatable.

Whether you're just starting your sobriety journey or looking for motivation to continue, Jenny's story offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in to hear her candid experiences and the wisdom she's gained along the way.

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