Matthew Butler
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Struggling to Stop Drinking? What Michelle Heaton Learned About Recovery
Struggling to Stop Drinking? What Michelle Heaton Learned About Recovery
Struggling to Stop Drinking? What Michelle Heaton Learned About Recovery
Friday 12th December 2025
Michelle Heaton shares her journey from addiction to recovery, offering hope and insights for those struggling with alcohol dependency.
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9 minutes
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Honest
Hopeful
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Supportive
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Matthew Butler
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Addiction is not just about willpower; it's a disease affecting mind and body.
- Peer support plays a crucial role in maintaining sobriety.
- The 12-step programme offers a spiritual framework for recovery.
- Seeing others succeed in recovery can inspire personal change.
- Community support is vital for long-term sobriety.
"I got clean in rehab, but I stay sober in the rooms."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this heartfelt episode of the Believe in People podcast, Michelle Heaton, an Emmy and Brit Award-winning artist, shares her deeply personal story of battling alcohol addiction. Michelle opens up about the overwhelming shame and confusion she faced, along with the medical dangers she didn't initially comprehend. Her candid account reveals that addiction isn't a simple matter of willpower; it's a complex disease affecting both mind and body.
Michelle recounts her rock-bottom moments, including losing her job and frequent hospital visits, which ultimately led her to seek help. Her turning point came when she saw someone else living a clean and sober life—a moment that sparked hope and the realisation that she wasn't alone in her struggle. She discusses the crucial role of peer support and the impact of the 12-step programme, along with Alcoholics Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous meetings, in her ongoing recovery.
For anyone contemplating recovery or seeking guidance, Michelle's story offers valuable insights and encouragement. Her experience highlights the importance of community support and the transformative power of sharing one's journey with others. Are you ready to be inspired by Michelle's resilience and courage? Tune in to hear how she found her path to sobriety.