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This is Supposed to Be a Children’s Story with Kerry Madden-Lunsford
This is Supposed to Be a Children’s Story with Kerry Madden-Lunsford
This is Supposed to Be a Children’s Story with Kerry Madden-Lunsford
Friday 4th October 2024
Kerry Madden-Lunsford shares her heart-wrenching journey with a treatment-resistant child living on the streets. A story of love, loss, and hope.
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59 minutes
Inspiring
Heartbreaking
Honest
Compassionate
Supportive
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Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Kerry shares her experience with Al-Anon and its impact on her coping mechanisms.
- Flannery's creative childhood contrasted with his current struggles.
- The emotional toll on parents dealing with a child's addiction and homelessness.
- The importance of acceptance and love in dealing with difficult family situations.
- Musical accompaniment by Swamp Dogg adds a soulful touch to the narrative.
Having a boy like you is like having Christmas every day
Kerry Madden-Lunsford opens up about the heart-wrenching experience of having a child who is treatment-resistant and living on the streets of Los Angeles. In this deeply moving episode of 'Really Good Shares', Kerry shares her journey with Al-Anon and how it has helped her cope with the pain and uncertainty of her son Flannery's situation. The conversation is raw and honest, shedding light on the often-overlooked struggles of parents dealing with addiction and mental health issues in their children.
Kerry's reflections on her son's creative childhood, his battles with addiction, and her own journey towards acceptance make for a compelling narrative that many will find both heartbreaking and inspiring. Host A.J. Daulerio facilitates this intimate discussion, bringing in his own reflections and questions that many parents might have but are too afraid to ask. The episode also features musical accompaniment from legendary soul singer Swamp Dogg, adding a soulful touch to this poignant story.
If you're looking for a story that delves deep into the complexities of love, loss, and hope, this episode is a must-listen.