Ron Isherwood

The Truth About Addiction

Ron Isherwood

  • Ep108. Kristen Cooper, Remember Your Why to heal out loud

Ep108. Kristen Cooper, Remember Your Why to heal out loud

Friday 19th April 2024

Join Kristen Cooper on 'The Truth About Addiction' as she shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the power of remembering your 'why'.
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40 minutes
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Empowering
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The Truth About Addiction
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Ron Isherwood
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Kristen Cooper: Finding Strength in the Midst of Addiction

Episode Overview

  • Kristen's journey from first drink to addiction spiral
  • Reflections on traumatic experiences and self-destructive behaviours
  • Importance of 'Remember Your Why' in recovery
  • Embracing faith, empathy, and self-worth on the sobriety path
  • Ron and Kristen's candid discussions on the power of mindset transformation
Change the way you think. You'll change the way you feel. You change the way you feel. You change the way you act. That's what it is. It's our thinking.
Kristen Cooper's story is one of resilience and transformation. In this episode of 'The Truth About Addiction', host Ron Isherwood sits down with Kristen to uncover her journey from early experimentation with alcohol at just 14, to the depths of addiction involving weed, cocaine, ecstasy, and more. Kristen's candid recounting of her darkest moments, including being raped, robbed, and facing near-death experiences, paints a vivid picture of the harsh realities of addiction.
Yet, what stands out is her unwavering spirit and determination to heal. Today, Kristen is not just a survivor but a beacon of hope for many as the Founder and Host of the 'Remember Your Why' podcast. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's motivation in recovery, urging listeners to always remember the 'why' that fuels their journey. Through heartfelt conversations, Ron and Kristen highlight the crucial roles of faith, empathy, and self-worth in overcoming addiction.
This episode is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit's capacity to heal.