Danny Shannon
Danny Shannon
Hope Unveiled: Kerrie Atherton's Shares Her Recovery Wisdom
Hope Unveiled: Kerrie Atherton's Shares Her Recovery Wisdom
Hope Unveiled: Kerrie Atherton's Shares Her Recovery Wisdom
Tuesday 28th November 2023
Join Danny Shannon and Kerrie Atherton as they discuss her 41-year journey from addiction to hope, exploring recovery and community support.
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Get the buttons here!Kerrie Atherton: A 41-Year Journey from Darkness to Light
Episode Overview
- Kerrie Atherton shares her 41-year journey of sobriety, offering valuable insights into addiction and recovery.
- The conversation delves into the complexities of alcoholism, addiction, and recovery, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of the journey to sobriety.
- The episode addresses the stigma and misconceptions surrounding alcoholism and addiction, emphasizing the importance of non-judgmental support and understanding.
- Kerrie provides valuable perspectives on alcohol use disorder, motivation, and overcoming shame and guilt on the path to sobriety.
- The episode highlights the significance of supporting others on their sobriety journey and understanding that recovery looks different for everyone.
Alcohol does not discriminate. Anybody could be an alcoholic and you would have no idea.
What happens when you combine personal tragedy with a relentless drive to help others? You get Kerrie Atherton, a keynote speaker, author, and trauma and addictions recovery counsellor who has been sober for an astonishing 41 years. In this episode of the Kick the Sh!t Podcast, host Danny Shannon sits down with Kerrie to discuss her incredible journey from planning suicide at 18 to becoming a beacon of hope for countless others struggling with addiction and trauma.
Kerrie's story isn't just about sobriety; it's about finding purpose and building a community that supports those in need. Over the past three decades, she has worked tirelessly in both the business and community sectors, offering mental health first aid training, counselling, and mentorship.
Her move to the Sunshine Coast 20 years ago marked the beginning of her work with young people in crisis and the founding of 'Stories of HOPE Australia', a platform that runs monthly events aimed at bringing hope to the community. Kerrie's candid conversation with Danny explores the emotional and social impacts of addiction, the importance of support systems, and the power of sharing one's story.
If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on navigating the complexities of addiction and recovery, this episode is a must-listen.