Sherry Hoppen
Sherry Hoppen
Spirit Led Sobriety
Spirit Led Sobriety
Spirit Led Sobriety
Sunday 15th October 2023
Join Paulette Kengg on 'She Surrenders' as she shares her inspiring journey from trauma and addiction to faith-led recovery.
37 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Healing
Transformative
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Sherry Hoppen
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Sobriety Success Stories
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Faith, Struggles, and Sobriety: Paulette Kengg's Journey
Episode Overview
- Paulette shares her traumatic childhood experiences and the impact of her parents' alcoholism on her life
- She opens up about her struggles with alcohol addiction, failed marriages, and the deep emotional pain she endured
- Paulette discusses how she found hope and faith-driven sobriety after a long and challenging journey
- She highlights the role of spirituality and scripture in her recovery, emphasizing trust in God and surrender to His will
- The podcast delves into the intersection of trauma, addiction, and faith, offering a message of resilience and hope
I was ashamed and heartbroken, but I was also addicted. I was in bondage like you wouldn't believe, and I couldn't understand, how is this possible? I have overcome a horrible childhood, two failed marriages, a rape, sexual assault, two layoffs, four years of unemployment as a single mother. I mean, I've gotten. I lost my mother tragically and horrifically. I've been through so much. So why couldn't I not do this? I couldn't understand. Alcohol and addiction are more powerful than anything.
Imagine growing up in a home where chaos and addiction are the norm. In this episode of 'She Surrenders', Sherry Hoppen sits down with Paulette Kengg to uncover her powerful story of overcoming these challenges. Paulette's early years were marred by childhood trauma and abusive relationships, which eventually led her to seek refuge in alcohol. Despite her strong faith and a seemingly successful life, she found herself trapped in a cycle of addiction that seemed impossible to break.
But Paulette's story doesn't end in despair. She opens up about how she found a way out through her faith, leading to a transformative journey of sobriety. Paulette has even penned a book, 'Spirit Led Sobriety', which she discusses with Sherry and friends from Joyful Surrender. This episode is not just about the dark times; it's about resilience, faith, and the unwavering belief that a higher power can guide you through the toughest battles.
If you're looking for a story that combines raw honesty with hope and spiritual insight, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.