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In this special solo episode of Behind the Smile, Ash Butterss marks a huge milestone—five years of sobriety. Reflecting on her journey from rock bottom to a life beyond her wildest dreams, Ash shares the raw truth about what it really takes to break free from addiction and step into a life of clarity, peace, and purpose.
From walking into rehab convinced she’d learn to “drink like a lady” to realising she needed to create an entirely new life, Ash opens up about the lessons, struggles, and profound shifts that have shaped her over the last five years. She talks about overcoming shame, rebuilding self-trust, and learning to surrender to something bigger than herself.
If you’re navigating your own transformation, whether in sobriety or any other area of life, this episode is filled with wisdom, hope, and a powerful reminder that real change happens one small step at a time.
The episode highlights are:
00:00 Celebrating Five Years of Sobriety
02:55 Reflecting on the Journey to Recovery
06:10 The Transformation of Life Post-Rehab
09:00 Understanding the Roots of Addiction
11:55 The Role of Self-Discovery in Sobriety
15:11 Building a New Life After Addiction
17:57 The Importance of Community and Support
20:55 Facing Challenges in Early Sobriety
23:45 The Shift in Perspective on Alcohol
26:48 Embracing Change and Growth
30:03 The Power of Small Steps in Recovery
32:57 Finding Freedom in Sobriety
36:12 A Message of Hope and Encouragement
The episode I referenced is called: Ep 61. Impulsivity, genetics and the science of addiction with Aaron Thomas
To access your free guided meditations, head to the Freebie Page on Ash’s website.
Follow and connect with Ash on:
Instagram
TikTok
Website
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In this special solo episode of Behind the Smile, Ash Butterss marks a huge milestone—five years of sobriety. Reflecting on her journey from rock bottom to a life beyond her wildest dreams, Ash shares the raw truth about what it really takes to break free from addiction and step into a life of clarity, peace, and purpose.
From walking into rehab convinced she’d learn to “drink like a lady” to realising she needed to create an entirely new life, Ash opens up about the lessons, struggles, and profound shifts that have shaped her over the last five years. She talks about overcoming shame, rebuilding self-trust, and learning to surrender to something bigger than herself.
If you’re navigating your own transformation, whether in sobriety or any other area of life, this episode is filled with wisdom, hope, and a powerful reminder that real change happens one small step at a time.
The episode highlights are:
00:00 Celebrating Five Years of Sobriety
02:55 Reflecting on the Journey to Recovery
06:10 The Transformation of Life Post-Rehab
09:00 Understanding the Roots of Addiction
11:55 The Role of Self-Discovery in Sobriety
15:11 Building a New Life After Addiction
17:57 The Importance of Community and Support
20:55 Facing Challenges in Early Sobriety
23:45 The Shift in Perspective on Alcohol
26:48 Embracing Change and Growth
30:03 The Power of Small Steps in Recovery
32:57 Finding Freedom in Sobriety
36:12 A Message of Hope and Encouragement
The episode I referenced is called: Ep 61. Impulsivity, genetics and the science of addiction with Aaron Thomas
To access your free guided meditations, head to the Freebie Page on Ash’s website.
Follow and connect with Ash on:
Instagram
TikTok
Website
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