Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Ashley Loeb Blassingame, Andre Roberts, Christiana Kimmich)
*Special Episode* Recovering from Addiction and a Segregated Childhood: Andre Roberts Beautifully Conveys Being a Black Man in Today's America
*Special Episode* Recovering from Addiction and a Segregated Childhood: Andre Roberts Beautifully Conveys Being a Black Man in Today's America
*Special Episode* Recovering from Addiction and a Segregated Childhood: Andre Roberts Beautifully Conveys Being a Black Man in Today's America
Tuesday 16th June 2020
Hear Andre Roberts' inspiring story of overcoming addiction, trauma, and racism on 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Andre Roberts: Triumph Over Trauma and Racism
Sometimes I would say something, sometimes I don't you know. So I make sure that when I have an audience and I make sure that when I'm communicating with an audience that I am an ambassador, well aware of it and try to be better and do better by myself, because I know, sometimes I do feel that weight.
Andre Roberts has a story that will stay with you long after you hear it. Growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Andre faced an uphill battle from the start. Raised by a single parent in a segregated neighborhood, his childhood was marred by sexual assault, physical and verbal abuse, and relentless racism. These early experiences led him down a path of alcoholism and drug addiction that carried into his adulthood.
But this is not just a story of struggle; it's one of remarkable resilience and transformation. Now a personal trainer and tennis instructor in Beverly Hills, California, Andre has turned his life around and is dedicated to helping others do the same. In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Andre opens up about his journey to sobriety and the significant milestones that have shaped him, including learning about his great-great-grandfather Everett, who was a slave.
Andre's story is a powerful reminder of the impact of childhood trauma on addiction and the importance of community and connection in recovery. This episode also tackles the broader issues of racial justice and economic empowerment, shedding light on how systemic racism affects recovery journeys. Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Andre's story offers hope, inspiration, and a call to action for a more just and equitable future.