THE UNFILTERED REBUILD

This is a different kind of "Building Bridges" episode. We're not talking about political divides today; we're talking about the chasm that opened up between me and my own life. This is the story of my recovery from alcohol. I'll share how my drinking wasn't just a habit, but a wall I built between myself and everything that mattered: my relationships, my passions, and my own truth. We'll walk thr...

Title: the Wolf in Sheep's Drinking Culture Summary: What happens when your greatest virtue becomes your greatest vice? In this deeply personal episode, host [Your Name] pulls back the curtain on one of addiction's most powerful disguises: altruism. He shares his story of being a pillar of his local community—organising events, volunteering, and being the person everyone could count on—all while u...

Title: Pour another glass of insanity Summary: In this episode of The Unfiltered Rebuild, we're tackling one of the most relatable concepts in recovery: the insanity cycle. We explore the common experience of swearing off alcohol only to find yourself back at square one, expecting a different result each time. What we cover: A Personal Anecdote: A raw look at the subtle and frustrating ways the "i...

Episode Summary: Five years. It’s a nice, round number. But what does it really break down to? 260 weekly meetings (or not). 1826 mornings without a hangover (and some without much sleep, either). 43,824 hours of making a different choice. This isn't a victory lap; it's a ground-level, unfiltered tour of the my twelve steps. We're talking about the grueling work, the quiet boredom, the relationshi...

correction within the podcast I inform I am 5 WEEKS sober, this is an error and I will be 5 YEARS in September Episode Summary: In this powerful third episode, I explore the "rebuild" phase of my recovery from alcoholism. I challenge conventional healing wisdom, sharing how I once used therapy as an excuse to drink, not progress. This is a raw look at the practical, mental, and philosophical piece...

Binge drinking. Emotional spending. Hitting a wall. This week, I'm sharing my story of my rock bottom. I talk about the devastation of being found out, the power of opening up, and the difficult work of acceptance. This episode is for anyone who knows the shame of a secret struggle and needs a reminder that asking for help is the bravest first step on the long road back to yourself. Alcoholics Ano...

welcome to my new podcast - this is a quick introduction to my podcast about recovery. My personal journey and what I have learned along the way in order to survive nearly 5 years of sobriety. As the weeks progress I aim to improve the content and quality of the recordings. This is just another example of what I can achieve now I don't drink ;-) - look out for more episodes as I navigate myself th...