Numb Until I Wasn’t: Too Much, Too Young

In this conversation, Kelle shares her journey through trauma, health struggles, and addiction, emphasizing the importance of family support and the impact of medical professionals in her life. She discusses her childhood health issues, the role of sports as an outlet, and the profound loss of her father, which led her down a path of addiction. Through detox and therapy, she uncovers past traumas and learns the significance of connection in recovery. The conversation highlights the complexities of relationships, personal growth, and the ongoing journey of healing. In this conversation, Kelle shares her journey of recovery from alcohol addiction, navigating relationships, and the emotional complexities of pregnancy and adoption. She emphasizes personal accountability, the importance of open communication, and the healing power of vulnerability. Through her experiences, she highlights the significance of understanding trauma and embracing change as part of personal growth.DISCLAIMERThis episode contains discussion of alcohol addiction, grief following the death of a parent, adoption, and trauma. These topics may be difficult or activating for some listeners. Please take care of yourself while listening and pause or step away if needed. This episode is shared for awareness and storytelling purposes and is not intended to replace professional medical, mental health, or legal advice.Addiction & Substance Use ResourcesSAMHSA National Helpline📞 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Free, confidential, 24/7 support for substance use and mental health treatment referrals (U.S.)Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)Support groups for people struggling with alcohol useaa.orgAl-AnonSupport for families and loved ones affected by someone else’s drinkingal-anon.orgGrief & Loss Support Resources988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline📞 Call or text 988 (U.S.)For anyone in emotional distress or crisis — not just suicide-relatedAdoption & Birth Parent Support ResourcesChild Welfare Information GatewayEvidence-based adoption and post-adoption resourceschildwelfare.govOn Your Feet FoundationSupport for birth mothers after adoptiononyfeetfoundation.orgConcerned United BirthparentsEducation, advocacy, and peer supportcubirthparents.org