Chasing Euphoria & Finding Faith with Kat Sorensen | The Hopeaholics Podcast

In this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Kat Sorensen, a recovering alcoholic and rehab center owner, who shares her powerful journey of overcoming addiction and finding purpose through faith and service. Kat candidly recounts her childhood in Denver, marked by feelings of alienation and sensitivity, which led to her discovery of alcohol at 13, sparking a 20-year struggle as she chased the initial euphoria it provided. She discusses her early resistance to Alcoholics Anonymous, her bouts of sobriety, and eventual surrender to the program, which transformed her life. Kat also highlights her passion for helping others, detailing her work with a treatment center and a unique therapy program involving rescue horses, emphasizing the parallels between their redemption and her clients’ recovery. Interwoven with humor, raw anecdotes about rehab life, and reflections on faith, this episode explores the challenges of addiction, the importance of staying the course, and the miracles of recovery, leaving listeners inspired by Kat’s resilience and dedication to serving others.

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Timestamps:
00:03:55 - Faith and Church Discussion
00:05:13 - Gifting a Devotional Bible
00:10:16 - Childhood and Feeling Like an Outsider
00:11:01 - Moving to the Beach to Avoid Cold
00:14:17 - First Drink and Instant Connection to Alcohol
00:19:55 - Rehab Ownership and Client Stories
00:24:21 - Learning Boundaries in Rehab Work
00:28:16 - High School Double Life and Progression
01:05:53 - Comparing AA to Consistent Gym Work
01:07:48 - Questioning "Trying" the 12 Steps
01:09:33 - Acknowledging Recovery as a Miracle
01:15:32 - Motivation for Starting a Treatment Center
01:17:46 - Working with Rescue Horses for Client Therapy