
Rebuilding Us: Marriage Podcast
Dana CheRebuilding From Rock Bottom to a New Life, Mindset - Pt. 1
November 4, 2025 ● 28 minShare this episode
Brenda Kennison is a certified neuro cycle facilitator and founder of Day One of Sobriety Ministries. She shared her raw, powerful journey from rock bottom—battling addiction, depression, a foiled suicide attempt, and the pain of divorce—to discovering hope, healing, and transformation through science and faith. Brenda Kennison’s story is a reminder that our lowest moments can become the launching pad for lasting change. If you’re ready to renew your mind and rebuild your life, you don’t want to miss this episode!
Key Highlights
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Resilience After Rock Bottom
Brenda shares how being publicly exposed and humiliated drove her to seek the help she desperately needed and began her healing journey. -
Cultural Stigmas & Seeking Help
Brenda’s story reveals the deep stigmas around addiction, especially for educators, and the importance of honest conversations and community support. -
Faith Meets Brain Science
The intersection of biblical truth and neuroscience became Brenda’s pathway to true and lasting transformation, challenging the lie that mental health struggles are an unchangeable destiny. -
The Power of Community
Brenda credits a loving church community and a pivotal friend (Becky) whose prayers literally helped save her life, emphasizing that transformation requires surrounding yourself with people who see and support you. -
Redefining Sobriety
Brenda expands the definition of sobriety, describing it as a “calm, sound, and disciplined mind rooted in Christ,” inviting listeners to pursue wholeness even if addiction isn’t their specific battle. -
Generational Healing & Legacy
The conversation touches on breaking generational cycles, finding worth beyond achievement, and providing emotional stability for the next generation.
Resources Mentioned
Brenda’s Website & Podcast: dayoneofsobriety.org
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