In this compelling episode of "Staying Stopped," we sit down with Charlie as she opens up about her profound journey through addiction, the struggles she faced, and her path to recovery. Charlie shares the harrowing experiences of her life with alcohol addiction and the transformative process that helped her reclaim her life.

Listen as Charlie candidly discusses the vital role that rehab and the 12-step program played in her recovery. She highlights the continuous support from her sponsor and the importance of working the 12-step program after leaving rehab. Charlie also reveals the practical tools she adopted, such as maintaining a gratitude list, which helped her stay focused and positive on her journey to sobriety.

This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of supportive communities in overcoming addiction. Tune in to hear how Charlie's life has turned around, offering hope and inspiration to anyone battling similar challenges.

In Episode 3, the spotlight shines on Kat as she bravely opens up about her journey through detox and recovery.

Kat's story is one of raw honesty and unwavering determination. She recounts the turbulent road of detoxification, sharing the highs and lows of her battle with addiction.

Kat reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped her journey. She speaks candidly about the challenges she faced during detox, acknowledging the difficult process of overcoming relapses along the way.

But amidst the darkness, Kat finds moments of light. She shares the pivotal moments of realisation and self-discovery that fuelled her commitment to recovery. Through her vulnerability, Kat offers a beacon of hope to listeners who may be facing similar struggles.

Staying stopped is back for round 2 with guest Lucy telling her story on how her alcohol use spiralled out of control.

During the podcast, Lucy highlights that what started out as harmless celebratory drinks after work, turned into a routine of drinking on any emotion. Whether that be drinking to celebrate a big sale at work or to drinking because of a bad day.

In addition, she mentions how her alcohol usage had a significant effect on her mental health. After accepting that she was an alcoholic, she wanted to transform herself to alcohol-free. The podcast highlights her recovery journey from alcoholic to living a sober lifestyle.

After an immense amount of hard work, Lucy now lives her life alcohol-free and is a volunteer at Double Impact, helping others on their journey to abstinence.