Gunnin' for Grad SchoolGunnin' for Grad School
Lovely Creatures
Geri shares her powerful journey from a life of crime to sobriety, highlighting the pivotal moments that led her to recovery.
22:53•3 Feb 2020
From Gangster to Grad School: Geri's Path to Sobriety
“And I was starting to feel really good and I was starting to realize: holy fuck, I've been feeling this angst in my life because I'm an alcoholic, not because there's something wrong with me, not because I'm a bad person, right.”
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around from the brink of destruction? Meet Geri, a former gangster whose life was a whirlwind of crime, prison, and substance abuse. In this episode of 'Lovely Creatures', she opens up about her tumultuous journey and the pivotal moment that changed everything. Picture this: Geri, armed and dangerous, living life on the edge with no regard for tomorrow.
But beneath that hardened exterior, there was a flicker of awareness that things were spiraling out of control. It all came to a head when her family staged an intervention, delivering a heartfelt ultimatum—get help or lose them forever. With a mix of fear and relief, Geri agreed to rehab. What followed was a profound transformation. She talks candidly about the sense of surrender she felt, not as a defeat but as a liberation.
Hearing others share their stories in rehab made her realize she wasn't alone; she was an alcoholic, not a bad person. This newfound understanding was her first step towards recovery. Geri's story is raw and real, filled with moments of despair and hope. It's a testament to the power of family, the importance of community, and the strength found in vulnerability. Tune in to hear Geri's inspiring journey from a life of chaos to one filled with promise and potential.

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