Episode 113 - Just Keep Going - Kelly ThrushEpisode 113 - Just Keep Going - Kelly Thrush
Recovery Is Possible
Just keep going, get through what is in front of you. This sums up recovery! Recovery is tough, but you get through it one day at a time, one hour at a time, sometimes even one minute at a time...but you never give up, just keep going. In this episod...
1:07:02•24 Aug 2022
Kelly Thrush's Journey: From Addiction to Marathon Runner
“If you can make it through what seems to be those overwhelming odds in front of you, if you can make it through those next few things right in front of you, man, I promise there's good stuff on the other side.”
Imagine battling addiction while facing severe health issues, and still finding the strength to run a marathon. That's the story of Kelly Thrush in this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible'. Kelly opens up about his struggle with alcoholism, which led to serious health problems, including stage four liver failure with cirrhosis. But instead of giving up, he chose to fight back, one day at a time.
His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and focusing on the present moment. Kelly shares how setting small, achievable goals and using coping mechanisms helped him navigate his path to sobriety. He also discusses alternative recovery programs like SMART Recovery that provided him with essential tools to manage his struggles. This episode is particularly insightful for first responders, as Kelly touches on the impact of addiction and behavioral health conditions like PTSD in their community.
Through gratitude and living life to the fullest, Kelly demonstrates that even in the darkest times, there's always hope. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and how you can too.
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