A Chef's recipe for sober success

Published 2024-02-23

In this compelling episode, we sit down with David Wilson, a remarkable chef and former client at Rehabs UK, who courageously battled alcoholism in London's restaurant scene. From grappling with anxiety to reaching rock bottom, David shares his journey of self-discovery and sobriety. Delve into the pivotal moments, including his time in rehab, the transformative power of the 12 Steps programme, and the challenges of resuming life as a chef in sobriety. Join us as David reflects on making amends, forgiveness, and navigating the trails of recovery. Discover the inspiring story of how he found a new calling at The Perfect Place to Grow, a cooperative empowering young people in the workforce. This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibilities that unfold when we choose a path of recovery.

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00:00 Intro
03:50 Struggling with anxiety
06:00 Becoming a Chef
09:30 Realising something had to change - hitting rock bottom
13:35 Going into Rehab
17:30 A power greater than self
20:45 New Years Eve Party in Rehab
25:00 The foundation of the 12 Steps programme, it’s not about God
32:00 Travelling after rehab and finding a new calling
35:00 The rise of tomato Dave - giving back to the community
37:25 When one door closes, another one opens
41:00 What recovery looks like on a daily basis - one step at a time
52:00 Is the glass half full or half empty?
01:00:00 Learning to cope with difficult situations, break ups and losing jobs.
01:04:00 Making Amends and Forgiveness
01:20:00 Resuming life as a chef in sobriety
01:26:00 The bridge to normal living
01:30:00 Living the dream & accepting life has its challenges
01:40:00 Do I need to change this or accept it?
01:49:00 Closing remarks, the future for Rehabs UK