Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
RE 545: The Healing Process
RE 545: The Healing Process
RE 545: The Healing Process
Monday 28th July 2025
Join Rachel's inspiring journey to sobriety and learn how therapy and determination can lead to profound personal growth.
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Paul Churchill had his last drink on 7 September 2014. He’s still counting. Getting sober is just the beginning…
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Sobriety: Rachel's Journey
Episode Overview
- Rachel celebrates over five years of sobriety.
- Therapy plays a crucial role in overcoming addiction.
- Breaking addiction habits requires patience and resilience.
- Community support is essential in recovery.
- Sobriety opens doors to new opportunities and hobbies.
Nothing I have ever done since being alcohol free is actually harder than drinking all the time.
In this episode of the Recovery Elevator podcast, host Paul Churchill welcomes Rachel, a 48-year-old from Minneapolis, who has been living alcohol-free since August 28, 2018. Rachel shares her personal journey of recovery and the challenges she faced along the way. She candidly discusses the initial struggle of breaking free from her drinking habits, emphasizing that while quitting alcohol is tough, it is not as hard as living in the throes of addiction.
Rachel describes the pattern of her drinking life, highlighting the habit loop that kept her trapped. She recounts how hearing success stories from others provided her with hope and motivation to pursue sobriety. Through the help of resources like 'This Naked Mind' and the support of the recovery community, Rachel was able to see the positive changes in her life, both physically and mentally.
Paul and Rachel discuss the importance of therapy in the recovery process, with a special mention of BetterHelp, an online therapy platform that has been instrumental in Rachel's journey. The episode underscores the value of having a supportive network and the role of therapy in navigating the complexities of mental health and addiction recovery. Rachel also explores the concept of developing deeper compassion and joy in sobriety, as it creates room for new hobbies and adventures.
Listeners are encouraged to consider therapy as a vital tool to break through the noise of information overload and find personalized help. Paul shares his decade-long experience with therapy, noting its impact on his own recovery journey. The episode wraps up with Rachel offering advice to those who feel functional despite their drinking habits, urging them to reconsider moderation and explore the possibilities that sobriety can offer.