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 564: Hot and Cold
RE 564: Hot and Cold
RE 564: Hot and Cold
Monday 8th December 2025
Yemi shares her inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting the challenges and triumphs along the way.
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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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Episode Overview
- Yemi's journey highlights the importance of support systems like AA.
- Facing past traumas is a crucial part of the recovery process.
- Building new relationships can be challenging but rewarding in sobriety.
- Cultural norms can complicate personal recovery journeys.
- Sobriety requires commitment and resilience.
I rode to the bitter end, so I could not anymore. And then I was like, all right, this is just too much baggage on me.
How do people manage the emotional rollercoaster of sobriety? This episode of Recovery Elevator brings you Yemi's story, a 30-year-old from Rhode Island who has been navigating the ups and downs of sobriety since her last drink on January 19, 2025. With a name as unique as her journey, Yemi shares her experience growing up in a family of heavy drinkers, and how she found herself entrenched in a cycle of alcohol and substance use from a young age.
Her tale is one of resilience and determination, as she recounts the pivotal moments that led her to finally embrace sobriety. Yemi's journey wasn't easy; she experienced multiple rock bottoms, including a hospital stay due to excessive drinking and substance use. Despite these challenges, she found the courage to confront her addiction head-on. Through AA meetings and support from her boyfriend, Cameron, who doesn't drink, Yemi began to build a new life.
She talks candidly about the difficulties of facing past traumas during her fourth step in AA and how writing down her resentments is part of her healing process. The episode is peppered with light-hearted moments, like Yemi's reflections on being the only girl among six brothers and her love for Rhode Island's food. But it also tackles serious issues, such as the cultural norms around drinking and the emotional toll of hiding her addiction.
As Yemi continues to explore what fun looks like in sobriety, she remains committed to her recovery, finding solace in journaling and support meetings. Her story is a reminder that sobriety is not just about quitting alcohol but embracing life with all its dualities. So, what keeps you going on your path to recovery?