Recovery is Relative: Kassie Perkins, Miss for America 2020Recovery is Relative: Kassie Perkins, Miss for America 2020
Addiction Talk
Miss for America 2020, Kassie Perkins, shares her family's journey from addiction to recovery, emphasizing empathy and breaking the stigma.
3:29•20 Jul 2020
Kassie Perkins: From Pageants to Personal Healing
“We have to start looking at addiction as a true disease, just like diabetes or heart disease or any other thing that people seek treatment for.”
Imagine growing up with a parent battling addiction. For Kassie Perkins, Miss for America 2020, this was her reality. In this heartfelt episode of 'Addiction Talk', Kassie opens up about her family's tumultuous journey from addiction to recovery. She paints a vivid picture of the pain, secrecy, and confusion that plagued her childhood and how these experiences shaped her life. As someone in the public eye, seeking help for her parent’s addiction posed unique challenges.
Yet, Kassie’s story is one of resilience and hope. She emphasizes viewing addiction as a disease, urging compassion and understanding for those affected. This episode isn't just about her family's struggle; it's a call to break the stigma surrounding addiction and to support those on their path to recovery. Whether you’re directly impacted by addiction or seeking to understand it better, Kassie's story offers valuable insights and a powerful message of empathy.
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