White hearts, baby carriages and walkers in 40 countries: Kim Bellas reflects on the International Recovery Wellness Walk and the small acts of kindness that help a recovery community grow.
Author: Kim Bellas
Kim Bellas
Got it — here’s a cleaner, more complete version with what you actually do: Kim Bellas is the founder of Sober is the New Cool, a global wellness movement inspiring people to become their best selves through connection, love, and support. Her journey began in 2013 when she chose to stop drinking to support her son’s health—an act of love that transformed her life. Today, Kim leads impactful initiatives like the International Recovery Walk, the White Heart Initiative, and the White Party in New York City, bringing people together around the world with one simple message: you are seen, you are loved, and you are never alone. 🤍
One photograph and four simple words—“I’m glad you exist”—sparked an extraordinary friendship between Contributor Kim Bellas (founder of Sober is the New Cool) and Found Recovery co-founder Danielle Nepus. Kim shares how Danielle’s compassion, courage and commitment to helping others continue to inspire her.
One person brought Kim to London: her beloved Nattee. What began as a deeply personal journey of grief became a celebration of friendship, sober connection and the people who can make a place thousands of miles away feel like home.