Michael Van Meter
Michael Van Meter
Episode 113 - Just Keep Going - Kelly Thrush
Episode 113 - Just Keep Going - Kelly Thrush
Episode 113 - Just Keep Going - Kelly Thrush
Wednesday 24th August 2022
Kelly Thrush's journey from addiction to marathon runner showcases the power of perseverance and gratitude in recovery. Listen now!
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Get the buttons here!Kelly Thrush's Journey: From Addiction to Marathon Runner
If you can make it through what seems to be those overwhelming odds in front of you, if you can make it through those next few things right in front of you, man, I promise there's good stuff on the other side.
Imagine battling addiction while facing severe health issues, and still finding the strength to run a marathon. That's the story of Kelly Thrush in this episode of 'Recovery Is Possible'. Kelly opens up about his struggle with alcoholism, which led to serious health problems, including stage four liver failure with cirrhosis. But instead of giving up, he chose to fight back, one day at a time.
His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and focusing on the present moment. Kelly shares how setting small, achievable goals and using coping mechanisms helped him navigate his path to sobriety. He also discusses alternative recovery programs like SMART Recovery that provided him with essential tools to manage his struggles. This episode is particularly insightful for first responders, as Kelly touches on the impact of addiction and behavioral health conditions like PTSD in their community.
Through gratitude and living life to the fullest, Kelly demonstrates that even in the darkest times, there's always hope. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and how you can too.