David Wilson
David Wilson
Kim Bellas
Kim Bellas
Kim Bellas
Wednesday 17th January 2024
Join Kim Bellas as she shares her inspiring journey to sobriety and how she created Sober Is The New Cool to combat social pressures.
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62 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Kim Bellas' journey to sobriety started in 2013.
- Social pressures led to the creation of Sober Is The New Cool.
- Connection is vital for hope, health, and happiness.
- Sobriety can be a positive reinvention at any age.
- Community support plays a key role in staying sober.
Connection is the key to hope, health, and happiness.
In this episode of 'One For The Road,' host Sober Dave welcomes Kim Bellas, the founder of 'Sober Is The New Cool.' Kim's journey into sobriety began in 2013 when she made the life-changing decision to stop drinking in support of her son Matthew, who was diagnosed with epilepsy. This commitment not only transformed her life but led to the creation of a community aimed at tackling the social pressures associated with alcohol consumption.
Kim discusses how she realized the importance of connection in fostering hope, health, and happiness. By sending daily messages of inspiration, she aims to brighten the lives of those who may be struggling. Her initiative, Sober Is The New Cool, challenges societal norms around drinking and offers an alternative perspective on what it means to be cool.
Throughout the conversation, Kim reflects on her social experiences before sobriety, such as needing alcohol for confidence at events and the pressures of maintaining a façade. She candidly shares how these moments of insecurity were masked by alcohol and how overcoming these challenges has been part of her personal growth. Kim celebrates 11 years of sobriety, emphasizing the empowerment she feels at having reinvented herself at the age of 52.
Her story is a testament to the positive changes that sobriety can bring, not just for herself, but for her family and the wider community. Sober Dave and Kim also touch on the growing community of sober individuals who support each other in their journeys, highlighting the importance of shared experiences and the strength found in unity.
Kim's journey and her community continue to inspire many, proving that sobriety is not only possible but can be a source of joy and fulfillment. As Kim plans to visit the UK, she looks forward to connecting with more people in the community and spreading her message of hope and transformation.