Karlyn Pipes: "The Do-Over"Karlyn Pipes: "The Do-Over"
The Bubble Hour
Champion swimmer Karlyn Pipes on addiction, recovery, and her swimming career
1:05:00•25 Aug 2016
Karlyn Pipes: Swimming Through Addiction to Sobriety
“Remember, Jean, how, when you first think about when you drank and you think, oh, I wasn't that bad, and then you realize: oh, I wasn't that bad.”
What happens when an Olympic hopeful's dreams are shattered by addiction? In this episode of The Bubble Hour, Karlyn Pipes opens up about her tumultuous journey from the depths of alcoholism to the heights of athletic and personal success. As a decorated master swimmer, Karlyn faced losing everything she cherished. She doesn't sugarcoat the devastating impact addiction had on her mental health, relationships, and career. But her story is far from a tale of despair.
It's one of grit, resilience, and the unwavering belief in second chances. Karlyn highlights the importance of vulnerability and the transformative power of sharing one's struggles. Her memoir, 'The Do-Over', offers a raw and inspiring look at her path to sobriety, making it a must-read for anyone touched by addiction. Tune in to hear how Karlyn rebuilt her life with the support of a caring community and found new purpose in her journey to recovery.
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