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Valerie K: Change is always possible
Valerie K: Change is always possible
Valerie K: Change is always possible
Thursday 16th September 2021
Listen to Valerie K's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery on Avalon Recovery Society Radio. Discover the power of community and gratitude.
23 minutes
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Valerie K: From Addiction to Advocacy - A Lifelong Journey
Life will drive up, whether you're using or not. The good news is, you know, we got a bad leukemia ward. So I three, three rounds of chemotherapy and then I was fortunate that my sister was a match and I had a stem cell transplant Two Years Ago. You know, the fact is I wake up in the morning, so grateful, you know, so grateful for my life, for my relationships.
Valerie K’s story is a testament to the power of resilience and community in the face of addiction. In this episode of Avalon Recovery Society Radio, hosted by Leanne Utendale, Valerie opens up about her decades-long battle with drugs and alcohol, a struggle deeply rooted in her family's history. As a nurse and a mother, she led what appeared to be a successful life, but behind closed doors, she grappled with the Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde nature of addiction.
Her journey is not just about the depths of addiction but also about the heights of recovery. Valerie has been sober for 29 years, and she attributes much of her success to the mutual self-help communities that provided her with strength and hope. She candidly discusses the ongoing challenges of life in recovery, including the impact of illness and loss, and how these experiences have shaped her perspective.
Throughout her story, Valerie highlights the transformative power of gratitude, offering a beacon of hope for those still struggling. Whether you’re in recovery yourself or supporting a loved one, Valerie’s story is a powerful reminder that change is always possible.