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Overcoming Addiction and Shame: Kimberly’s Powerful Story of Recovery | Free Like Me Podcast
In this gripping episode of the Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks sits down with Kimberly—a former high-functioning nurse whose life was derailed by severe alcoholism. Kimberly shares her descent into addiction, including drinking rubbing alcohol at her lowest point, and how shame and silence nearly cost her everything. She opens up about the devastating impact of her father’s suicide, the weight of unresolved grief, and how it influenced her own battle with alcohol. Through rehab, reflection, and rebuilding, Kimberly found her way back to a life of purpose, clarity, and hope. This episode is a raw, honest, and empowering look at addiction recovery, mental health, and breaking the silence around shame.
📘 Don’t miss Clark’s upcoming memoir Scarred, releasing July 29th — a story of pain, purpose, and personal transformation.
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Overcoming Addiction and Shame: Kimberly’s Powerful Story of Recovery | Free Like Me Podcast
In this gripping episode of the Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks sits down with Kimberly—a former high-functioning nurse whose life was derailed by severe alcoholism. Kimberly shares her descent into addiction, including drinking rubbing alcohol at her lowest point, and how shame and silence nearly cost her everything. She opens up about the devastating impact of her father’s suicide, the weight of unresolved grief, and how it influenced her own battle with alcohol. Through rehab, reflection, and rebuilding, Kimberly found her way back to a life of purpose, clarity, and hope. This episode is a raw, honest, and empowering look at addiction recovery, mental health, and breaking the silence around shame.
📘 Don’t miss Clark’s upcoming memoir Scarred, releasing July 29th — a story of pain, purpose, and personal transformation.

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