Hitting Life's Curveballs: Beating Crack Addiction and MS

Overcoming Addiction and Adversity: The Kelley Gulledge StoryIn this episode of Real Men Feel, host Andy Grant speaks with former professional baseball player Kelley Gulledge, who shares his powerful journey from battling crack cocaine addiction to achieving sobriety and overcoming multiple sclerosis. Kelley opens up about his struggles, the pivotal moments that led to his recovery, and the importance of faith, family, and perseverance. This inspirational conversation delves into the depths of addiction, the road to redemption, and the strength needed to rebuild one’s life.00:00 A Shocking Introduction00:32 Meet Kelley Gulledge01:28 Growing Up in a Baseball Family02:51 College Decision and Early Career04:11 The Dark Turn: Addiction Begins05:01 The Struggle with Crack Cocaine08:00 Hitting Rock Bottom12:07 The Road to Recovery15:16 Finding Sobriety and Purpose17:02 A Spiritual Awakening23:03 Returning to Baseball24:06 Struggles with Sobriety and Morality26:39 Finding Support and Love28:55 Health Scare and Diagnosis33:12 Adopting a New Lifestyle36:36 Career Transition and Giving Back41:37 Pride in Family and Faith47:27 Final Reflections and ConnectionConnect with KelleyLinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelley-gulledge-22845248/ResourcesThe Wahls Protocol: A Radical New Way to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions Using Paleo Principles, by Dr Terry Wahls — https://amzn.to/4a6sH93Connect with Andy and the Real Men Feel Podcast:Join me and connect with other like-minded men in theAuthentic AF Community | http://realmenfeel.org/groupInstagram | @realmenfeelshow & @theandygrantAndy Grant | https://theandygrant.com for coaching, healing, and book info!Real Men Feel | http://realmenfeel.orgYouTube | https://youtube.com/realmenfeel#RealMenFeel ep 380