EP 42: From Numbing to Nourishing: Choosing Clarity and Compassion with Belinda Stark
In this episode of Soul Therapy, with Chelle, we continue our heartfelt conversation with mindset coach Belinda Stark, diving deeper into what it really means to rediscover yourself beyond the drink.
Belinda shares the powerful stories of women she’s supported - many in their 50s and beyond - who’ve realized they want more from life than the same daily cycle. Together, Chelle and Belinda unpack how change truly begins with compassion, not perfection, and how the smallest, most realistic goals can create the biggest transformation.
They explore:
The stages women go through when re-evaluating their relationship with alcohol
How “sober curiosity” opens space for mindfulness, confidence, and joy
Why slip-ups aren’t failures but valuable feedback for self-awareness
The emotional roots of craving, numbing, and habit
The identity shift and “sparkle” that comes from choosing clarity and self-love
This conversation is lighthearted yet deeply honest - a reminder that freedom doesn’t come from deprivation, but from presence, curiosity, and genuine self-kindness.
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