n this heartfelt and revealing episode, Kerry sits down with returning guest Laurie Hurd Ferreira—comic, mother, and nearly nine years sober—to explore why the holiday season pushes so many people to their emotional limits and how the wisdom of Alcoholics Anonymous can help anyone regain balance. Laurie opens up about the moment she hit bottom, how AA saved her life, and the everyday tools that helped her rebuild her confidence, identity, and purpose.
Together, Kerry and Laurie break down the simple but life-changing principles inside the 12 Steps—principles that go far beyond addiction. They discuss how to slow down when life feels unmanageable, how to pause instead of react, and why community and connection matter more than ever during the most stressful time of the year. Laurie’s honesty and humor bring clarity to topics people rarely talk about openly: shame, relapse, resilience, and the journey toward becoming the person you were always meant to be.
This conversation is uplifting, funny, and profoundly human. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, seeking a reset, or wanting a healthier start to the new year, this episode offers tools, hope, and a reminder that you’re not alone—and that change is possible one day, one hour, and one small step at a time.
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