RE 552: Birdsong
RE 552: Birdsong

Recovery Elevator

Today we have Ty. She is 76 years old, lives in Bozeman, MT and she took her last drink on March 8th, 2008. This episode brought to you by: – 10% off of your first month #sponsored – THE social app for sober people. [04:21]...

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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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Finding Strength in Sobriety: Ty's Inspiring Journey

Episode Overview

Honesty about one's journey is crucial for long-term sobriety.
Community support plays a vital role in maintaining sobriety.
Asking for help can lead to transformative change.
Staying connected with others in recovery provides strength.
Being open about struggles helps in personal growth.

“I learned that also for me what it means to be a sober alcoholic is to be honest about my journey and to not hold back from telling people about it.”

How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this episode of Recovery Elevator, Ty, a 76-year-old from Bozeman, Montana, shares her incredible story of living alcohol-free since March 8th, 2008. Ty's journey is a testament to resilience and the power of community. As the podcast editor for nearly a decade, Ty has been an integral part of the Recovery Elevator team, working behind the scenes to bring inspiring stories to listeners every week.

Ty's story begins with a tumultuous upbringing with an alcoholic father, leading to a life intertwined with alcoholics. Her turning point came when she realised she couldn't quit drinking despite wanting to. A heartfelt prayer for help led her to her first AA meeting, where she found acceptance and support among a group of bikers. Since then, Ty has embraced honesty and openness about her journey, finding strength in helping others and staying connected with the recovery community.

Throughout the episode, Paul Churchill highlights Ty's contributions to the podcast and their shared experiences in sobriety. With light-hearted anecdotes about birdsong in the background of her interview and her love for birdwatching, Ty's story is both touching and uplifting. Listeners will be inspired by Ty's dedication to sobriety and her commitment to helping others on their journeys. Her story reminds us that asking for help and being honest about our struggles can lead to transformative change.

So, are you ready to find your own strength and embrace a better life without alcohol?

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