Matt Gardiner
Matt Gardiner
'Life Beyond Sobriety' || KELLY FRANCE
'Life Beyond Sobriety' || KELLY FRANCE
'Life Beyond Sobriety' || KELLY FRANCE
Monday 24th July 2023
Join Kelly France as he discusses his journey from addiction to becoming a recovery coach and top 10% finisher in the NYC marathon, emphasizing life beyond sobriety.
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42 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Kelly France shares his journey from addiction to becoming a recovery coach and marathon runner.
- He emphasizes the need to move beyond sobriety and find passion and purpose in life.
- Kelly observes a gap in traditional recovery systems and offers group coaching for individuals fresh out of treatment.
- He highlights the importance of setting clear goals and developing a compelling future to prevent relapse.
- Reflecting on his experiences, Kelly discusses his suicide attempt and the turning point that led to sustained sobriety.
I saw a massive gap in the recovery system... when people get sober, there's nothing that says, 'Let's get you on fire about life.' What a great opportunity for someone to step in and help people say, 'You've done the impossible. You don't have anything that can stop you from having one of the greatest lives you could imagine.' - Kelly France
Imagine hitting rock bottom and then rising to run the NYC marathon in the top 10%. That’s Kelly France’s story. In this episode, Kelly opens up about his dramatic transformation from a homeless, suicidal crack addict in 2008 to a recovery coach and endurance athlete. He didn't just stop using drugs; he started living a life filled with purpose and passion.
Kelly talks about the shortcomings he noticed in traditional recovery programs and how these gaps inspired him to become a recovery coach. He now offers group coaching to provide a supportive environment for those fresh out of treatment or living sober. Kelly emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals and developing a compelling future to avoid relapse. His journey is not just about sobriety but about finding a fulfilling life beyond it.
From his personal struggles with addiction and a suicide attempt to his dedication to running and fitness, Kelly's story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit.