Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Influencing Substance Use w/guest, Kim Bellas
Influencing Substance Use w/guest, Kim Bellas
Influencing Substance Use w/guest, Kim Bellas
Thursday 8th September 2022
Kim Bellas discusses quitting alcohol to support her son with epilepsy and finding self-fulfillment on 'Hard Knox Talks'.
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Get the buttons here!Kim Bellas: Quitting Alcohol to Support Her Son and Finding Herself
I quit to show him it was possible to be happy without alcohol. The first 6 months were for him, but then I realized I preferred a life without alcohol, and stayed sober for me. That was 10 years ago. Been sober ever since.
What would you do if your child's health was at risk because of alcohol? For Kim Bellas, the answer was clear: she quit drinking to set a positive example for her son, who has epilepsy. In this episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', Kim, the creator of 'Sober is the New Cool', opens up about her decade-long journey of sobriety that began with a selfless act of love.
Kim's story isn't just about quitting alcohol; it's about discovering a new way of life. Initially, she stopped drinking to show her son that happiness without alcohol was possible. But as months turned into years, Kim realized she preferred her sober life and decided to stay alcohol-free for herself. Now, ten years later, she shares her experiences and the lessons she's learned along the way. Parenting a child with epilepsy brought its own set of challenges.
Kim talks candidly about her struggles with control and helicopter parenting, and how she eventually learned to let go and trust her son. Her journey is filled with moments of self-doubt, but also triumphs as she found new ways to cope and heal from past traumas. Kim's mission extends beyond her family. She’s passionate about ending the stigma around substance use and connecting with others on their sobriety journeys.
Her story is a powerful reminder that anyone can find purpose and fulfillment through helping others and making positive changes in their lives. Join host Daniel Unmanageable as he delves into Kim's inspiring story, exploring the highs and lows of her path to sobriety. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to understand the impact of substance use on family dynamics and the transformative power of living alcohol-free.