Cake for Dinner: Keesha Scott on Parenting, Sobriety & Building Guardian Recovery

2025-09-16

👉 Are you juggling parenting, perfectionism, and the pressure to “do it all”? In this inspiring episode, Keesha Scott—mom of three, co-founder of Guardian Recovery, certified parenting coach, and host of Cake for Dinner—shares how sobriety, authenticity, and resilience shaped her journey through motherhood and mental health advocacy.Keesha's story is one of grit, grace, and growth. From navigating early sobriety to raising twins as a single mom, she found her calling in creating resources for families struggling with mental hea...

👉 Are you juggling parenting, perfectionism, and the pressure to “do it all”? In this inspiring episode, Keesha Scott—mom of three, co-founder of Guardian Recovery, certified parenting coach, and host of Cake for Dinner—shares how sobriety, authenticity, and resilience shaped her journey through motherhood and mental health advocacy.

Keesha's story is one of grit, grace, and growth. From navigating early sobriety to raising twins as a single mom, she found her calling in creating resources for families struggling with mental health and substance use. As co-founder of Guardian Recovery, she’s built programs that meet families where they are, ensuring individuals and families alike get the support they need. Now, with her book and podcast Cake for Dinner, Keesha is amplifying conversations around parenting, resilience, and authenticity, reminding us that perfection isn’t the goal—connection is. Her wisdom will inspire parents, professionals, and anyone who loves a comeback story.

Together, they dive into:

The origin story of Guardian Recovery and its mission to support families through substance use and mental health challenges.
The reality of parenting in today’s world—and why authenticity matters more than perfection.
The inspiration behind Cake for Dinner, a podcast and book dedicated to real conversations about motherhood, recovery, and resilience.
Lessons Keesha learned raising twins as a single mom and navigating unexpected twists in life.
Why community, vulnerability, and support systems are essential.

✨ Whether you’re a parent navigating tough seasons, a professional in behavioral health, or someone who loves comeback stories—you’ll walk away inspired by Keesha’s resilience, humor, and authenticity.

Memorable Moments:

“People don’t connect with perfection. They connect with real.”
“Being sober since 2002 shaped the way I parent and the way I show up in the world.”
“Single moms are the toughest humans on the planet.”
“Freedom is confidence—being free to be exactly who you are.”
“Life isn’t linear. Twists don’t mean you’re failing—they’re just part of the story.”

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