How my family learned to navigate addiction | KL Wells | TEDxGrandCanyonUniversity

Research shows almost 50% of American families are loving someone who is addicted. With statistics this high, we are clearly in uncharted territory and most of us are ill-prepared to navigate the destruction of this disease. When we understand the power of our brains to drive change, the puzzle pieces needed for families to discover hope and the language necessary to change societal stigma, we can all thrive in the midst of addiction. KL Wells is the daughter, sister, ex-wife, and mother of an addict. As the Founder and CEO of VoicesInCourage, her mission is to help families and parents navigate addiction’s chaos and learn to thrive. With over 30 years of experience in executive coaching and business consulting, KL drives transformative change –both individually and collectively! A community leader, influential speaker and family advocate who now resides in Eugene, KL’s mission is clear: To inspire hope and empower lives. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx