After losing her husband in March 2020, Nicky Wake transformed her personal journey through grief, loss, and alcohol-free reinvention into a mission to help others find love and connection. On Sober is Dope, Nicky shares how she created platforms like Chapter 2 Dating (for widows and widowers ready for love), SoberLove (a dating app for those choosing alcohol-free relationships), and WidowsFire, which explores intimacy and desire after bereavement. Nicky’s story is a powerful testament to how we can turn pain into purpose and build meaningful connections, even after unimaginable loss.

Highlights

• Facing grief head-on and rebuilding a life after loss

• Why sobriety became a turning point on her healing journey

• Launching multiple platforms to help others find love and connection

• Coping with loneliness and the stigma around grief and dating

• How Nicky continues to inspire others through advocacy and community