Get Into Recovery at Somerton Lodge

21/08/2026

Tomorrow night is a very special one. My good friend, Nick Bracegirdle — aka Chicane — celebrates an incredible 30 years of music at London’s Royal Festival Hall, performing with a live orchestra and band.

I’m enormously proud of what Nick has achieved over those three decades, but I’m equally proud to have him as a Patron of Somerton Lodge / Get Into Recovery CIC.

Behind the internationally recognised music is someone who has been a genuine supporter of the work we do, helping us spread a message of hope, recovery and positive change.

30 years of Chicane. What an achievement.

See you tomorrow night buddy. Very proud of you — and privileged to count you as one of my best friends.

20/08/2026

It’s always great to hear what someone thinks after reading one of my books.
Here’s a quick 2-minute review of Learning to Love Yourself, written by someone who has read the book and wanted to share their thoughts.
If you’ve wondered what the book is actually like from a reader’s point of view, grab a coffee ☕ and have a read.

Learning to Love Yourself came into my life at a time when I was learning exactly that.

20/08/2026

I’m delighted to share a powerful new blog written by Sophia: “The True Worth of Sobriety.”

In this deeply honest reflection, Sophia explores the difference between the financial cost of recovery and its true worth—the return of dignity, damaged relationships, hope, freedom and self-belief.

Her words capture something that is difficult to place a value on: recovery does not simply remove alcohol from a person’s life. It gives them the opportunity to reconnect with themselves and rediscover a life they may once have believed was beyond saving.

One line captures the heart of Sophia’s story:

“My sobriety did not just save my life. It taught me that my life was worth saving—and that is priceless.”

Thank you, Sophia, for sharing your experience with such honesty, courage and insight. I know your words will resonate with many people.

There are some things in life whose value simply cannot be measured by a price tag. We can calculate the cost of a house, a holiday or a new car, but how do we calculate the worth of waking in the morning with peace in our hearts? What is the value of repairing relationships we thought we had destro...

13/08/2026

06/08/2026

Healthcare is evolving faster than ever, driven by innovation, collaboration, and leaders who are willing to challenge conventional thinking.

We’re proud to welcome John Elford, Founder and Director of johnelford.org, as an esteemed speaker at the FLUXX Conference Asia 2026 – Med-X Summit.

His work reflects a commitment to advancing conversations that inspire meaningful change across healthcare, leadership, and innovation.

At FLUXX Conference Asia, industry pioneers, healthcare innovators, and global experts will come together to explore ideas that have the potential to shape the future of medicine.

📍 Phuket, Thailand
📅 7–8 December 2026

John Elford



(healthcare innovation, Med-X, medical leadership, global healthcare, healthcare transformation, innovation, thought leadership, future of medicine)

04/08/2026

https://www.johnelford.org/post/why-somerton-lodge-is-more-than-just-an-alcohol-rehab

When people search for an alcohol rehab on the Isle of Wight, they are often looking for somewhere that can help them stop drinking safely and regain control. That is important—but at Somerton Lodge, we believe that stopping alcohol is only the beginning.Alcohol may be the most visible part of the...

28/07/2026

In her new blog, “The Gift of Everyday,” Sophia shares how she uses my Quintiva Framework each evening to reflect on her neurological, behavioural, emotional, social, spiritual and physical wellbeing.

What began as a recovery exercise has become an important daily discipline—helping her recognise patterns, process emotions, strengthen relationships, care for herself and connect more deeply with her Higher Power.

Sophia’s story captures exactly what I created Quintiva to support: recovery that moves beyond abstinence and becomes a practical, everyday process of awareness, understanding and growth.

This is a deeply personal and beautifully written account of how lasting transformation is built—not through occasional breakthroughs, but through small, faithful actions repeated each day.

Recovery has taught me that healing is rarely found in life’s extraordinary moments. More often, it is found in the quiet rituals that slowly shape us.

15/07/2026

A journey through Alcoholism and Recovery.Fear has been the quiet companion of my life for as long as I can remember. Before alcohol entered the picture, fear had already taken root in me: the fear of finding my voice, being truly seen, speaking my truth, and letting others know the person behind th...

06/07/2026

John Elford is an Advanced Addictions Practitioner, author, and educator with more than 20 years’ experience working in detox, recovery, behavioural change, and long-term wellbeing. He is the founder...

28/06/2026

A few years ago, I created a series of guides called the 'Beneficial Books' series. At the time, I was encouraged to publish them as eBooks, and that's exactly what I did.

Since then, I've spent hundreds of hours working with people in recovery, delivering workshops, and seeing firsthand what truly helps people create lasting change. That experience has changed the way I see how people learn and create lasting change.

I've now decided to retire the original eBook versions and completely redesign the series as interactive workbooks—resources that don't just provide information but also encourage reflection, practical application, and personal growth.

The series is now returning in a completely new format, with paperback workbooks that will be released on Amazon over the coming months.

The first title will be Learning to Love Yourself – A Guide to Developing Self-Acceptance and Nurturing Personal Growth.

This workbook is already being used at Somerton Lodge, where it has been helping people explore self-worth, self-compassion, and healthier ways of relating to themselves. Seeing the positive impact it has had has confirmed that this is the right direction for the entire series.

My aim has never been to write books that simply sit on a shelf. I want to create resources that people can write in, return to, and use as practical tools for lasting change.

This is just the beginning. Over the coming months, I'll be releasing the entire Beneficial Books Series in this new workbook format.

I'm looking forward to sharing them with you.