Kerri K.   AFG speaker

Kerri K. AFG speaker

Recovery Radio Network

speaking in 2012

InspiringHonestSupportiveHopefulEngaging

45:2012 Aug 2014

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Kerri K.: A Journey of Resilience and Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Kerri shares her childhood experiences and family dynamics.
  • She discusses the emotional impact of living with a compulsive gambler father.
  • Kerri highlights the transformative power of the 12-step programme.
  • She emphasises the importance of community support in recovery.
  • Kerri reflects on finding inner peace through meditation and prayer.
I knew that my recovery was happening for me. And I could love him that day regardless of what he felt.

In this heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio Network, Kerri K. shares her incredible journey of recovery, speaking candidly about her experiences and the impact of alcoholism on her life. Kerri opens up with a warm greeting and a touch of humour, setting the tone for an engaging and inspiring talk. She reflects on her upbringing in a small Mississippi farming community, detailing the emotional struggles and family dynamics that shaped her early years.

Despite not growing up in a household with active alcoholism, Kerri explains how the family disease of alcoholism still profoundly affected her life. Kerri’s story is one of resilience and transformation. She recounts her battles with fear, anxiety, and the emotional turmoil of living with a compulsive gambler father and a challenging stepmother. Her candidness about her relationships, both romantic and familial, offers a raw and honest look into the complexities of life affected by addiction.

Throughout her narrative, Kerri emphasises the importance of the 12-step programme in her recovery journey. She shares the pivotal moments that led her to Al-Anon meetings, where she found solace and a spiritual awakening that changed her life. Her experiences highlight the power of community and the profound impact of finding a supportive network. Kerri’s tale is not just about overcoming addiction but also about finding inner peace and spiritual growth.

Her reflections on meditation, prayer, and the daily practices that keep her grounded are both touching and motivating. She speaks with gratitude about the people who have supported her along the way and the sense of purpose she has found in helping others. If you’re looking for a story that combines humour, honesty, and hope, Kerri’s journey is a must-listen. Her message is clear: recovery is possible, and it’s a journey worth taking.

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