Paul Churchill
Paul Churchill
RE 549: The Problem, and the Solution
RE 549: The Problem, and the Solution
RE 549: The Problem, and the Solution
Monday 25th August 2025
Join us as Justin shares his inspiring journey to sobriety and the support systems that helped him overcome alcohol addiction.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Finding Sobriety: Justin's Journey
Episode Overview
- Justin celebrates two years of sobriety.
- Community support is pivotal in recovery.
- Facing and listing resentments can aid healing.
- Changing environments aids in breaking habits.
- Accountability partners enhance commitment.
The recovery world and life in general is full of paradoxes. So let me add another wrinkle to the intro today. You are actually not the problem. It's how you've been reacting or responding to life.
In this enlightening episode of the Recovery Elevator podcast, host Paul Churchill welcomes Justin, a 40-year-old from Northern Ontario who has bravely embarked on a journey of sobriety. Justin took his last drink on August 20th, 2023, marking a significant milestone in his recovery from alcohol addiction. Paul opens the episode by reflecting on a listener's correction about his sobriety date, emphasizing the supportive community that surrounds the podcast.
This sets the stage for Justin's story, filled with challenges and triumphs that resonate with many on a similar path. Justin shares candidly about his struggles with alcohol, a substance he used to numb both suffering and joy. He discusses the pivotal moment when he decided to remove all alcohol from his home, a symbolic step toward reclaiming his life.
This decision was not made lightly; it came after an incident at Great Wolf Lodge, where Justin realized the potential dangers of his drinking habits. Throughout the episode, the importance of community support is a recurring theme. For Justin, being part of a network of individuals who understand his struggles has been instrumental.
He mentions the role of accountability partners and the benefits of participating in groups like Alcoholics Anonymous, which provide not only support but also a sense of belonging. Paul highlights the paradoxes inherent in recovery and life, encouraging listeners to change their responses to life's challenges. It's not about being the problem but finding healthier ways to cope with the world. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience, community, and self-reflection in overcoming addiction.
Justin's story inspires hope and demonstrates that while the journey to sobriety is challenging, it is also immensely rewarding.