Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#23 A Sober and Strong Mom: A Coffee with Kim Kearns
#23 A Sober and Strong Mom: A Coffee with Kim Kearns
#23 A Sober and Strong Mom: A Coffee with Kim Kearns
Tuesday 18th April 2023
Join Kim Kearns on the 'Happiest Sober Podcast' as she shares her journey from 'mommy wine culture' to a fulfilling sober life.
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Episode Overview
- Kim Kearns, author of 'On the Edge of Shattered,' shares her journey from growing up in an affluent town where drinking was the norm, to the realization that she needed to stop drinking for the sake of herself and her family.
- Kim reflects on how early exposure to alcohol and 'mommy wine culture' influenced her drinking habits and contributed to her struggles with alcoholism.
- She candidly discusses the impact of sobriety on her mental health, relationships, and overall confidence, highlighting the profound positive changes in her life after choosing to be sober.
- Kim's story serves as a beacon of hope for those navigating similar challenges, emphasizing the freedom and personal growth that await on the path to sobriety.
- The conversation eloquently captures the transformative power of sharing personal stories and the importance of overcoming societal stigma and judgement surrounding sobriety.
There's just so much freedom on the other side that it just keeps getting better and better and it might feel like a really huge climb right now or it might just feel really daunting to stop, but listen to that little voice, keep climbing because there's so much freedom on the other side. It is incredible how much better you're going to feel.
Grab a coffee and settle in for a heartfelt chat with Kim Kearns on this episode of the 'Happiest Sober Podcast'. Kim, the author of 'On the Edge of Shattered: A Mother's Experience of Discovering Freedom Through Sobriety', opens up about her journey from a life steeped in societal drinking norms to finding freedom in sobriety.
Growing up in an affluent town where drinking was part of the culture, Kim found herself caught in the grip of 'mommy wine culture'—a phenomenon that normalizes heavy drinking among mothers. But her story takes a transformative turn as she realizes the toll alcohol is taking on her mental health and family life. Kim's candid discussion with host Madeline Forrest covers everything from the initial wake-up call to the profound changes sobriety has brought into her life.
They dive into the emotional rollercoaster of giving up alcohol, the stigma surrounding sobriety, and the surprising joys that come with living alcohol-free. Whether you're a mom struggling with similar pressures or just someone curious about the impact of sobriety, Kim's story is sure to resonate and inspire. Tune in for an honest conversation about breaking free from societal expectations and embracing a healthier, happier life.