Alcohol Tipping Point
Alcohol Tipping Point
Representation Matters: Sober Brown Girls Founder Kirstin Walker
Representation Matters: Sober Brown Girls Founder Kirstin Walker
Representation Matters: Sober Brown Girls Founder Kirstin Walker
Wednesday 25th August 2021
Kirstin Walker of Sober Brown Girls discusses her journey to sobriety and why representation matters in the sober community on 'Alcohol Tipping Point'.
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Get the buttons here!Kirstin Walker: Building Sober Brown Girls and Breaking Barriers
I knew that representation matters and I knew that if I just tossed my name in the hat as well that maybe this would help other black and brown women who are also struggling with their relationship with alcohol.
What happens when you don't see yourself in the spaces that are supposed to support you? Kirstin Walker faced this exact challenge on her journey to sobriety. As the founder of Sober Brown Girls, Kirstin shares her inspiring story and the motivation behind creating a community where representation truly matters. In this episode of 'Alcohol Tipping Point', Kirstin talks about the unique hurdles she faced and how she turned them into a platform for change.
She didn't find many people who looked like her in the sober community, so she took action, creating a safe and supportive space for women of color (though all women are welcome). Kirstin emphasizes that sobriety isn't a one-size-fits-all journey. She advises against drastic changes like dieting when you're trying to quit alcohol, focusing instead on mental and emotional health.
The conversation also dives into the 'stays in the house' mentality often found in the black community and the importance of breaking that cycle through open dialogue. With practical tips on communication and self-care, Kirstin offers valuable advice for anyone looking to change their relationship with alcohol. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that representation can be a powerful catalyst for personal and communal growth.