Kelley Gunter: From Trauma to Triumph
The core of every addiction is shame.
Imagine carrying the weight of childhood trauma and finding solace in unhealthy habits, only to realize that losing weight doesn't erase the pain. In this episode of Soberoso, host Dora Gosselin chats with Kelley Gunter, a motivational speaker and author who shares her incredible journey of overcoming childhood sexual abuse, addiction, and self-destructive behaviors. Kelley, who once lost 243 pounds, reveals that shedding the weight didn't magically fix her life. Instead, it led to new challenges and cross-addictions.
Through candid storytelling, Kelley explains how facing her trauma head-on and sharing her experiences have been crucial in her healing process. She also touches on the medical evidence of how abuse impacts the brain and highlights the role of faith and positive thinking in her recovery. If you're seeking inspiration and hope, Kelley's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of confronting one's past.