The Abusive Stepfather Who Changed His Life Forever

Send us Fan MailAt only four years old, Kyle Robinson’s life changes dramatically—a man he calls Big Bad Ben, or Triple B becomes his stepfather. Over the next decade, Kyle and his siblings live in terror daily, trying anything to escape his physical and emotional abuse. With nobody to turn to, Kyle’s urge to escape reality leads him to unhealthy relationships, destructive habits, and multiple run-ins with the law. Still in high school, Kyle is arrested, facing jail, and forced to defend himself in court—altering the course of his life.When the odds were against him, Kyle Robinson didn't just survive; he thrived. Our conversation highlights how Kyle became an attorney and author who overcame a childhood of abuse and troubled youth to achieve success and inspire others. His memoir, "The Wandering Spark," highlights his hard-won accomplishments, showing that it counts not where you start but where you end up. Kyle's story demonstrates that every challenge holds the potential for advantage. In our open conversation, he discusses his darkest moments and the turning points that led him to success. From defending himself in court as a teenager to the influence of unseen mentors and his ultramarathon adventures, Kyle's experiences highlight the power of encouragement and second chances.Kyle also shares how writing "The Wandering Spark" was a therapeutic process, helping him make peace with his past. Kyle Robinson's life proves that with resilience and courage, a future full of success and purpose is possible.Check out Kyle Robinson's memoir Wandering Spark at the website: https://kylevrobinson.com/Support the showKEEP LISTENING⭐ Get new episodes + Jessica’s 3-2-1 newsletter:https://www.jessicastipanovic.com/newsletter⭐ Listen & follow Real Women LIVE:https://www.jessicastipanovic.com/podcast⭐ Join 14K+ on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/realwomenlive⭐ Love this episode? Follow the show, leave a review, and share it with one woman who needs to hear this story.Real Women LIVE was formerly Sober Living Stories.Share your story. Change your life.