<p>In this weeks episode of Sober Stories from Everyday People I chat with Kellie in Hong Kong. </p><p>Kellie is an Australian living in Hong Kong, a fitness lover, newly married, and mum to a daughter and step-son. I first met Kellie several years ago at a retreat called Phuket Cleanse in late 2017, which sparked years of sober curiosity for both of us. </p><p>Although Kellie's drinking wasn’t especially heavy, alcohol felt like it had a hold on her—even when she could moderate or go weeks and months without it. On New Year’s Day this year, Kellie stopped trying to moderate and chose full sobriety. </p><p>At 9.5 months sober at the time of recording, Kellie shares how making alcohol a “non-event” unlocked a profound sense of freedom, focus, and motivation. </p><p>This episode explores expat social pressures in Hong Kong, building an alcohol-free marriage, showing up fully for family, and the fitness routines and a passion for her career that reinforced her decision—offering a powerful reminder that you don’t need a dramatic rock bottom to choose a better life.</p><p>You can connect with Kellie on instagram at @sunshinejoy29. </p><p></p><p><strong>Helpful links: </strong></p><p>Get help from me directly by visiting <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.sassysobermum.com">www.sassysobermum.com</a> </p><p> </p><p>Visit THRIVE Sober Coaching for sobriety guidance &amp; resources here <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.thrivesobercoaching.com">www.thrivesobercoaching.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Get access to my new online sobriety self-paced course here <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w">https://checkout.teachable.com/secure/1930842/checkout/order_jmr0kg9w</a></p><p>(use coupon code HALFPRICE)</p><p> </p><p>Join my super friendly and safe online women’s sober community here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription">https://thrive-af-community.circle.so/checkout/thrive-subscription</a></p><p> </p><p>Email sassysobermum at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p> </p><ol><li><strong>Alcohol Change UK</strong><ul><li>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alcoholchange.org.uk">https://www.alcoholchange.org.uk</a></li><li>Helpline: 0800 917 8282 (Available Monday to Friday 9 AM - 8 PM)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Mind (Mental Health Support)</strong><ul><li>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.mind.org.uk">https://www.mind.org.uk</a></li><li>Helpline: 0300 123 3393</li></ul></li><li><strong>NHS Alcohol Support Services</strong><ul><li>Website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse">https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol-misuse</a></li></ul></li></ol><p> </p>