Today, Ty is five years into long-term recovery, a three-time Ironman finisher, an interventionist, founder of Canyon Recovery Services, and—most importantly—a father rebuilding and enjoying life with his four children.
In Episode 99 of The Health Movement Podcast, Ty shares his story of alcohol addiction, recovery, fatherhood, and completely rebuilding his identity. But this conversation isn't only about addiction. It's about what happens when you stop simply trying to remove what's hurting you and start intentionally building something better in its place.
We discuss replacing destructive habits with healthy accomplishments, why your environment and relationships matter, the dangers of isolation, the HALT method, and why lasting change sometimes requires becoming a different version of yourself.
If you're trying to change something in your own life—or love someone struggling with addiction—there are lessons in Ty's story worth hearing.
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**In this episode, we discuss:**
• Ty's journey from alcohol addiction to five years of recovery
• Why getting sober was only the beginning of the work
• Replacing unhealthy behaviors with positive accomplishments
• How small daily wins can help create a new identity
• The HALT method: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
• Why your environment and friendships can influence your future
• The difference between solitude and dangerous isolation
• How resentment and isolation can threaten recovery
• Rebuilding relationships with his four children
• Completing his first Ironman with only a short period of training
• How Ty went on to complete three full Ironmans
• Why service became an important part of his recovery
• Helping families better understand addiction
• The mission behind Canyon Recovery Services
• Why changing your life may require changing your identity
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**CHAPTERS**
00:00 – Introduction to Ty Butler
00:52 – Learning to numb emotions at a young age
01:25 – Alcohol use beginning at 13
02:20 – When drinking began taking over his life
03:20 – Reaching the darkest point
05:04 – The intervention that helped change his direction
06:31 – Choosing recovery and attending his first 12-step meeting
08:18 – Turning his recovery story into service
09:32 – Helping individuals and families affected by addiction
10:30 – Discovering Ironman and rebuilding through accomplishment
12:17 – Understanding addiction and the pursuit of dopamine
15:23 – Helping families let go of guilt and shame
16:30 – Replacing destructive habits with healthy accomplishments
19:24 – The HALT method: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired
22:59 – Why changing your life can mean changing your circle
26:57 – Resentment, isolation, and the importance of connection
29:08 – What's next for Ty and Canyon Recovery Services
31:46 – Five years of recovery, fatherhood, and gratitude
32:17 – How to connect with Ty
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**About Ty Butler**
Ty Butler is a father of four, three-time Ironman finisher, interventionist, and man in long-term recovery. After overcoming his own battle with alcohol addiction, Ty turned his experience into a mission to help others rebuild their lives.
He is the founder of Canyon Recovery Services in McCall, Idaho, a structured transitional adulting program based on sobriety that helps young men build discipline, accountability, healthy routines, life skills, and a new identity. Canyon is not a clinical treatment or detox facility and is designed for men who are medically stable and ready for structure and forward movement.
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**Connect With Ty Butler**
Canyon Recovery Services:
https://www.canyonrecoveryservices.com/
Phone:
(208) 315-2346
Email:
[ty@canyonrecoveryservices.com](mailto:ty@canyonrecoveryservices.com)
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**IMPORTANT CONTENT NOTE & SUPPORT RESOURCES**
This episode includes an open and honest conversation about alcohol addiction, suicidal thoughts, and suicide attempts. These topics may be difficult or triggering for some listeners. Please take care of yourself and use discretion when watching.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis:
**988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline**
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**SAMHSA National Helpline — Alcohol, Substance Use & Mental Health**
Call **1-800-662-HELP (4357)** for free, confidential treatment referrals and information 24/7.