Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 546: The Good Life
RE 546: The Good Life
RE 546: The Good Life
Monday 4th August 2025
Explore Lori's inspiring sobriety journey and learn how community support and mental wellness can lead to a fulfilling life without alcohol.
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Paul Churchill
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Lori's sobriety milestone and challenges.
- The importance of community in recovery.
- Embracing discomfort and growth.
- Mental health strategies for sobriety.
- Insights from Paul's upcoming book.
No matter how bad the day is, I can hit the pillow sober. I believe that.
In this engaging episode of the Recovery Elevator podcast, host Paul Churchill introduces listeners to Lori, a 58-year-old woman from Vancouver, Canada, who has courageously embraced a life of sobriety. Having taken her last drink on February 21st, 2024, Lori shares her personal journey of overcoming addiction and the profound impact it has had on her life. Paul opens the episode by welcoming listeners and inviting them to the annual recovery retreat in Bozeman, Montana.
He acknowledges the mixed emotions attendees may feel, ranging from excitement to nervousness, and encourages them to embrace these feelings as part of the recovery process. Paul emphasizes the importance of community support in overcoming challenges and achieving sobriety. The episode delves into Lori's story, highlighting her struggles with imposter syndrome and the secretive nature of her drinking habits.
Lori candidly discusses how her life revolved around alcohol, and the physical and emotional toll it took on her, including severe irritable bowel syndrome. Despite these challenges, Lori found strength in community support and made the decision to quit drinking, which brought light and positivity into her life. Paul also shares insights from his upcoming book, Dolce Vita, which reflects on the concept of 'the good life' and how sobriety can lead to a more fulfilling existence.
He emphasizes the importance of mental wellness strategies, such as therapy and accountability partners, in maintaining sobriety. Throughout the episode, listeners are reminded of the power of community and the importance of seeking help in the journey towards sobriety. Lori's story serves as an inspiring testament to the resilience and hope that can be found in recovery.
The episode concludes with a heartfelt message from Paul, expressing gratitude to the production team and sponsors, and encouraging listeners to continue their journey towards a healthier, alcohol-free life.