In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Wendy as she shares her powerful journey through alcoholism and addiction. Wendy opens up about the path that led her to rock bottom and how discovering the practice of yoga became her lifeline. Now with six and a half years in recovery, she reflects on what keeps her grounded and the tools that continue to support her sobriety today. Wendy has faced some of life’s toughest battles, including suffering a stroke as a result of her alcohol use. Today, she uses her lived experience to educate, inspire, and support others on their own paths to recovery. A massive shoutout and heartfelt thanks to Wendy for coming on and sharing her journey in the hope of helping others out there who might be struggling. Support the Rock Your Bottom podcast by subscribing, liking, and sharing it far and wide; you never know who might need to hear it. Follow us on socials to stay updated with what’s happening and who’s coming on next! TikTok: rockyourbottomofficial, Instagram: rockyourbottom , Facebook: Rock Your Bottom #fyp #addiction #recovery #sobriety #nz #podcast #rockbottom #onedayatatime #youarenotalone #addictionawareness #soberjourney #recoveryjourney #rockyourbottom

In this episode, I’m joined by Dave Burnside, Lived Experience Lead at Odyssey here in Tāmaki Makaurau. Dave opens up about his powerful journey through mental distress, addiction, incarceration, and how he’s managed to achieve 17 consecutive years of recovery. Dave has overcome immense challenges, which he openly shares in this episode. He’s transformed his lived experience into purpose, using it to support, uplift, and create real change in the lives of others. A massive thank you to Dave for coming on the podcast and sharing his journey, with the hope that it reaches those who need to hear it most. Support the Rock Your Bottom podcast by subscribing, liking, and sharing it far and wide; you never know who might need to hear it. Follow us on socials to stay updated with what’s happening and who’s coming on next! TikTok: rockyourbottomofficial, Instagram: rockyourbottom, Facebook: Rock Your Bottom #fyp #addiction #recovery #sobriety #nz #podcast #rockbottom #onedayatatime #youarenotalone #addictionawareness #soberjourney #recoveryjourney #rockyourbottom

In this episode, I’m joined by Brooke as she opens up about her journey from alcoholism to recovery, the heartbreak of losing her mum, and how she's found the strength to maintain 18 months of sobriety. Brooke’s story is nothing short of a miracle; she’s faced the cunning grip of addiction, survived multiple life-threatening seizures, and ultimately found her way to recovery through connection with others walking the same path. Huge thanks to Brooke for joining me on the podcast and sharing her story with such honesty, to remind others that recovery is not only possible, but worth it. Support the Rock Your Bottom podcast by subscribing, liking, and sharing it far and wide; you never know who might need to hear it. Follow us on socials to stay updated with what’s happening and who’s coming on next! TikTok: rockyourbottomofficial, Instagram: rockyourbottom, Facebook: Rock Your Bottom #fyp #addiction #recovery #sobriety #nz #podcast #rockbottom #onedayatatime #youarenotalone #addictionawareness #soberjourney #recoveryjourney #rockyourbottom

Candice joins me to share her story from active addiction into recovery. With over half a decade in recovery Candice shares how she managed to get the recovery she has up her sleeve today as well as sharing where her rock bottoms took her and what they looked like. Candice's rock bottoms were the key components for her recovery. We are able to listen to how Candice lives her life today. Join us on how Candice went from Meth, Money and Mayhem to Peace, Love and Gratitude. From one person to the next, we do recover. Candice's Social Media platforms: Facebook: Lady West - Overcoming Addiction Facebook join: NZ recovery sisters - If you are a women in recovery!