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Embracing Sobriety's Tapestry with Shell Regini: Laughs, Reflections And A Campaign For Sober Toilets
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When Shell Regini, the heart and soul behind the 'We Recover Loudly' podcast, pulls up a chair, you know you're in for an unfiltered trek down the road to sobriety. Together, we unravel the tapestry of challenges and laughter that stitches together our sober lives, musing over everything from the physical comedy of a broken toe to the stark revelations that come with mental and physical health awareness. Our candid banter traverses the unexpected, often humorous, side of life post-addiction—like agonizing over coffee choices and embracing tranquility amid the erstwhile chaos.
Have you ever wondered what it really means to recover loudly? It’s not just the absence of alcohol, but the growth that fills the void—becoming a human who can withstand life's discomforts without a crutch. Shell and I reflect on the sweet irony of our journey, from rubbing elbows with the rock-and-roll elite to relishing the simple, sober moments that now define our lives. We share our stories of connection and the gratitude that blossoms in recovery's soil, fostering camaraderie that transcends shared suffering into shared strength.
We wrap up this heart-to-heart with a nod to the people who walk the road of sobriety with us, where we invite you to become part of a community that understands the unique struggles and triumphs of sobriety. Shell's experiences in hospitality and her own milestones—like nearing a thousand days sober—underscore the profound impact of our choices. So, if you're ready for an episode that offers equal parts laughter and enlightenment, join us as we celebrate the authenticity and resilience that comes from living loud and sober.
Shell is a hospitality veteran with 18 years FOH experience, focusing primarily on operations, training, and business development. She has worked for some of London's best restaurant groups including Hawksmoor, Gaucho and Polpo. Having suffered a life changing burnout late 2020, she has changed her focus to improving the mental health working conditions of people in the industry by forcing difficult conversations out into the open, specifically concerning the hidden epidemic of addiction. Her podcast We Recover Loudly offers a platform for people with experience of drug and alcohol addiction, in the industry to discuss what we can do to change the systemic culture of excessive substance use we have. Shell is a chief ambassador with The Burnt Chef Project, and Low No Drinker magazine’s resident agony aunt. To get in touch with Shell, email her at hello@werecoverloudly.com, follow her on Instagram @werecoverloudly and LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-righin
To find out more about the wonderful world of AF/NA Beer and to check in with me head to www.instagram.com/sober_boozers_club
This episode is not brought to you by any sponsors because nobody wants to sponsor me.
Chapters
1. Navigating Sobriety and Well-Being (00:00:00)
2. Gift of Recovery and Connection (00:07:24)
3. Recovery and Reflection on Addiction (00:13:29)
4. Hospitality Industry and Vulnerability (00:27:14)
5. Impact of Substance Use in Hospitality (00:31:40)
6. Growth and Gratitude in Sobriety (00:44:44)
7. Sober Boozers Club Podcast Introduction (00:56:37)
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