Jennifer Maneely
Jennifer Maneely
#70: Katie and Barb Kocher: The Importance of Grace and Understanding
#70: Katie and Barb Kocher: The Importance of Grace and Understanding
#70: Katie and Barb Kocher: The Importance of Grace and Understanding
Tuesday 22nd October 2024
Katie and Barb Kocher discuss addiction, recovery, and the importance of grace and understanding in family dynamics.
67 minutes
Honest
Supportive
Compassionate
Informative
Healing
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Jennifer Maneely
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Katie discusses her feelings of isolation despite academic and athletic success.
- Barb reflects on the impact of strict parenting and busy family life.
- The importance of grace and understanding in family dynamics is highlighted.
- Open communication is crucial for healing relationships.
- Shared experiences can provide comfort and guidance to others.
"I remember hiding in the laundry basket, waiting for someone to come look for me, but nobody ever did".
Ever felt like you're living someone else's life? This episode of The Unbreakable Boundaries Podcast might just resonate with you. Host Jen Maneely sits down with Katie Kocher and her mum, Barb Kocher, to discuss the often tumultuous journey through addiction and recovery. Katie shares her feelings of isolation and misunderstanding during her youth, despite her successes in academics and sports. Barb, on the other hand, reflects on her strict parenting approach and its unintended consequences.
The conversation highlights the importance of grace and understanding in family dynamics, especially when dealing with addiction. Katie's candid recollections of hiding in a laundry basket as a child and feeling neglected offer a poignant glimpse into her early struggles. Barb’s realisation of the impact of their family’s busy life and rigid rules adds another layer to the discussion. The episode is a heartfelt exploration of how perceptions can shape relationships and the healing power of open communication.
By sharing their story, Katie and Barb hope to provide comfort and guidance to families facing similar challenges. So, if you're looking for an honest conversation about addiction, recovery, and the importance of family support, this episode is a must-listen.