Jerry K - October 9, 2019Jerry K - October 9, 2019
Sixteenth Street Speakers
Jerry K shares his path from Russian isolation to culinary success and sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous.
34:20•10 Oct 2019
Jerry K: From Russian Roots to Culinary Dreams and Sobriety
“I mean there is actually time in my day where I don't think about me, and that was also an impossibility.”
Imagine growing up in a place where expressing faith is forbidden, and the weight of isolation pushes you towards a bottle. This was Jerry K's reality. Born to Russian parents in a country that silenced God, Jerry felt like an outsider from the start. Alcohol became his go-to escape, but it also led him down a dark path of financial woes and broken relationships. Despite the chaos, Jerry found solace in the kitchen, nurturing a passion for culinary arts.
But even his love for cooking couldn't mask the spiraling effects of his drinking. It was only when he hit rock bottom that Jerry sought help. Through Alcoholics Anonymous, he discovered a community that supported him and helped him reclaim his life. Now, Jerry's not just surviving; he's thriving. His journey is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of finding purpose.
Tune in to hear how Jerry turned his life around and now helps others do the same.
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