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Turning Relapse Into Redemption | Kerry’s Naked Life | E834
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Turning Relapse Into Redemption | Kerry’s Naked Life | E834
Trigger Warning: This episode discusses substance abuse, overdose, and physical abuse, which may be triggering for some listeners. Please listen with care.
"Alcohol is ruining my life." If you’ve ever felt like Kerry, trapped in a cycle of binge drinking and blackouts, you might have said these words yourself. No matter how hard she tried, Kerry kept going back to alcohol, believing she could moderate, but always falling into destructive patterns. In this episode, Kerry joins Annie to share her journey—from growing up with alcohol as a familiar presence in her life to facing the painful reality that alcohol had taken control. After years of struggling to stop drinking, Kerry found hope and a path to lasting freedom through The Path. If you’re asking yourself, "Can I ever escape alcohol's control?"—this episode is for you.
In this episode, Annie and Kerry discuss:
The emotional weight of binge drinking and blackouts
Kerry’s complicated relationship with alcohol, from fun to destructive patterns
How alcohol was deeply ingrained in her life, and the fear that came with letting go
Why Kerry believed she could moderate her drinking but struggled to maintain control
Kerry’s decision to join The Path and break free from alcohol
Learning to stop feeling afraid of alcohol and taking back control
The power of shifting from fear to self-compassion and choosing healthier habits
Kerry’s personal growth through the coaching and support of The Path
How Kerry finally learned that she could live without alcohol
The joy of discovering life beyond alcohol and the newfound freedom it brings
And more…
Episode links:The PATH - nakedmindpath.com
Related Episodes:
I’m trying to moderate and I’m wondering why does the day after drinking feel so bad? - Reader Questions - E66 - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-66-reader-question-im-trying-moderate-im-wondering-day-drinking-feel-bad/
Progress Over Perfection, Learn to Embrace Self-Compassion - Alcohol Freedom Coaching - https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-730-coaches-podcast-coach-ellie-with-lauri-m-tina-m/
How Drinking Again After a Break Helped Angela Find Clarity | Where Are They Now – Angela | E808 - https://thisnakedmind.com/drinking-again-after-a-break-e808/
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