Addiction in the Executive World with KL WellsAddiction in the Executive World with KL Wells
The Sobriety Diaries
KL Wells discusses overcoming addiction in the corporate world and founding VoicesInCourage on 'The Sobriety Diaries'.
28:38•20 Oct 2021
KL Wells on Tackling Addiction in the Corporate World
“We are in a pandemic of addiction at this point, and so not only are we dealing with alcoholism and addiction and all kinds of addictions, there's at least three to four family members or people that are affected by the addiction, and we can no longer have that conversation of. There is a small, small percentage of folks who are not touched by addiction These Days.”
What happens when addiction hits the boardroom? In this episode of 'The Sobriety Diaries', KL Wells shares her deeply personal journey through her son's struggle with drug addiction and how it transformed her life and career. Unable to find the support she needed, KL founded VoicesInCourage, a platform dedicated to helping families heal from the trauma of addiction.
Now, she works with CEOs, senior executives, and board directors, offering them the tools to confront shame, embrace their emotions, and create safe spaces for recovery. KL’s story is a powerful reminder that addiction doesn’t discriminate—it affects people at every level of society, including the corporate world. Her insights into dealing with addiction in high-pressure environments are both eye-opening and inspirational. If you're looking for a story of resilience and transformation, this episode is a must-listen.
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