Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
144 Odyssey House Journals - Kenni Bell
144 Odyssey House Journals - Kenni Bell
144 Odyssey House Journals - Kenni Bell
Friday 17th May 2024
Kenni Bell's journey from addiction to recovery is a powerful testament to resilience. Tune in for her inspiring story of transformation.
29 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Kenni Bell: From Chaos to Clarity in Addiction Recovery
Episode Overview
- Kenni Bell's traumatic upbringing in addiction and gangs
- Her journey through substance abuse, incarceration, and losing custody of her children
- The turning point that led her to seek treatment and sobriety
- Challenges and rewards of reuniting with her children post-recovery
- The impact of working in admissions at Odyssey House on her own sobriety
It's a disease of the brain... In the moment, I wasn't thinking about the long-term effects of my kids, right? It was all about me in the moment.
Kenni Bell's life began with a daunting challenge: she was born addicted to cocaine and heroin. With parents entrenched in addiction and brothers involved in gangs, her early years were marked by instability and hardship. Taken away for adoption, Kenni's struggles didn't end there. She eventually found herself using and dealing drugs, frequently in and out of jail, and losing custody of her three children. It sounds like a tragic tale, but Kenni's story takes an inspiring turn.
In this episode of 'Odyssey House Journals', Kenni opens up about her turbulent past and the remarkable journey to recovery that followed. She shares how she turned her life around, the steps she took to overcome addiction, and the impact it had on her family. Kenni's narrative is a testament to resilience and the possibility of redemption, offering hope to anyone facing similar battles.
Host Randall Carlisle guides the conversation with empathy and insight, making this episode a must-listen for those interested in the raw realities of addiction and the transformative power of recovery.