Renee Leonard Kennedy on Grief in Recovery, Leaving AA, Celebrate Recovery, and Finding God After AtheismRenee Leonard Kennedy on Grief in Recovery, Leaving AA, Celebrate Recovery, and Finding God After Atheism
The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast
Today my guest is Renee Leonard Kennedy, the author of “After the Flowers Die: Encouragement for Walking Through Life After Loss.” I have to say, it was really interesting how we connected. Her publicist emailed me to pitch her as a guest, and I...
1:02:41•2 Feb 2023
Renee Leonard Kennedy: Embracing Grief, Recovery, and Spirituality
“You know, my sister and I, we were up, and my parents, you know, there comes That Day.”
Have you ever wondered how grief and recovery intersect? In this heartfelt episode of 'The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast', host Arlina Allen chats with Renee Leonard Kennedy, the author of 'After the Flowers Die: Encouragement for Walking Through Life After Loss'. Renee's story is one of resilience and transformation. She opens up about her own journey through long-term recovery, sharing candidly about leaving AA and finding a new community in Celebrate Recovery.
But it doesn't stop there; Renee also delves into her spiritual journey, transitioning from atheism to finding a connection with God. The episode touches on the complexities of cross addiction, the nuances of parental relationships, and the liberating power of forgiveness. Renee's insights offer a comforting hand to anyone navigating similar paths. Her story is a testament to the strength that can be found in vulnerability and the healing that comes from embracing both grief and spirituality.
Tune in to hear how Renee's experiences can provide hope and guidance on your own journey.

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