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In this powerful and emotionally charged episode, Louis sits down with Khelisa Brunner as she shares the story of her life—a story rooted in deep trauma, pain, and ultimately, transformation. Khelisa's journey begins with a moment that would change everything: at just five years old, she discovered her father dying of a heart attack in their backyard. While the image of that day would be burned into her memory, what lingered even more deeply was the complex and painful relationship she had with him. Khelisa describes her father as "evil," and though her understanding of that word was shaped by a child’s experience, the emotional aftermath would haunt her for years to come.
The trauma of that early loss, coupled with unresolved pain and confusion, became the foundation for a life spiraling out of control. As Khelisa grew older, she sought ways to numb the chaos inside her. She turned to drugs and alcohol, using heroin and anything else she could get her hands on, chasing a kind of relief that never lasted. Her addiction consumed her, dragging her down a long, dark path of self-destruction, isolation, and despair. But it wasn’t until she experienced a near-fatal overdose that her story began to take a dramatic and mysterious turn. Khelisa describes that overdose as something more than a brush with death—it was a reset. In the aftermath, she found that parts of her memory had vanished, leaving her with what she refers to as a "blank slate."
While terrifying in many ways, this strange erasure gave her a rare and unexpected opportunity: the chance to rebuild.Today, Khelisa is clean and sober. She’s walking a new path—one filled with intention, self-discovery, and the pursuit of a better way to live. In this episode, she speaks with striking honesty about the realities of addiction, the weight of childhood trauma, and the complex process of healing.
Her story is a reminder that even the most painful beginnings can lead to profound growth. This conversation is not only for those who have struggled with addiction or loss, but for anyone who believes in the human capacity to change, to heal, and to rise again.Be sure to listen through to the end for an inspiring look at what recovery really means and how Khelisa continues to fight for a life of clarity, meaning, and hope. If her story resonates with you or someone you love, we encourage you to like, comment, and share this episode. These conversations are powerful, and together we can break the silence surrounding trauma, addiction, and mental health.
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By Louis Essig and Aaron Garnes
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In this powerful and emotionally charged episode, Louis sits down with Khelisa Brunner as she shares the story of her life—a story rooted in deep trauma, pain, and ultimately, transformation. Khelisa's journey begins with a moment that would change everything: at just five years old, she discovered her father dying of a heart attack in their backyard. While the image of that day would be burned into her memory, what lingered even more deeply was the complex and painful relationship she had with him. Khelisa describes her father as "evil," and though her understanding of that word was shaped by a child’s experience, the emotional aftermath would haunt her for years to come.
The trauma of that early loss, coupled with unresolved pain and confusion, became the foundation for a life spiraling out of control. As Khelisa grew older, she sought ways to numb the chaos inside her. She turned to drugs and alcohol, using heroin and anything else she could get her hands on, chasing a kind of relief that never lasted. Her addiction consumed her, dragging her down a long, dark path of self-destruction, isolation, and despair. But it wasn’t until she experienced a near-fatal overdose that her story began to take a dramatic and mysterious turn. Khelisa describes that overdose as something more than a brush with death—it was a reset. In the aftermath, she found that parts of her memory had vanished, leaving her with what she refers to as a "blank slate."
While terrifying in many ways, this strange erasure gave her a rare and unexpected opportunity: the chance to rebuild.Today, Khelisa is clean and sober. She’s walking a new path—one filled with intention, self-discovery, and the pursuit of a better way to live. In this episode, she speaks with striking honesty about the realities of addiction, the weight of childhood trauma, and the complex process of healing.
Her story is a reminder that even the most painful beginnings can lead to profound growth. This conversation is not only for those who have struggled with addiction or loss, but for anyone who believes in the human capacity to change, to heal, and to rise again.Be sure to listen through to the end for an inspiring look at what recovery really means and how Khelisa continues to fight for a life of clarity, meaning, and hope. If her story resonates with you or someone you love, we encourage you to like, comment, and share this episode. These conversations are powerful, and together we can break the silence surrounding trauma, addiction, and mental health.
- 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful stories on addiction, recovery, and resilience. Get a Grip Podcast Social Media: Find our TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio links, and more below on our Link Tree below!
- Get a Grip Podcast Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/officialgetagrippodcast
- 🚨 Make sure to swing by https://liveinspiredknb.com/ and use code "getagrip" for 10% off your first order!
- Live Inspired KNB
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