I’m a speaker and author who helps people and teams get unstuck – and move forward with clarity, courage, and purpose.
I’m a keynote speaker, attorney, and author based in Omaha, Nebraska, where I live with my wife, our four kids, and three very loud wiener dogs. Outside of work, I enjoy golfing, traveling, and passionately cheering — and occasionally suffering — as a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes.
From the outside, my life looked great: a successful career, a loving family, and a good home. But behind the scenes, I struggled for years with my relationship with alcohol. I loved being social, yet too often I drank more than I intended, leading to regret, embarrassment, and the exhausting cycle of promising myself it wouldn’t happen again.
For six years, I tried every moderation strategy imaginable, hoping to “drink like a normal person.” Some worked temporarily, but all of them felt draining. By 2019, I was tired of the constant mental battle. After a pivotal conversation with my wife, I made the decision to stop drinking.
At first, sobriety felt intimidating. I worried life without alcohol would feel limiting or dull. Instead, I found the opposite. Giving up alcohol brought greater clarity, deeper connection, and a level of peace and gratitude I had never experienced before. It led me to a richer, more fulfilling life than I ever thought possible.
Todd Kinney is an attorney, author, husband and father of four based in Omaha, Nebraska, known for his inspiring journey from a conflicted relationship with alcohol to embracing a sober lifestyle. He shares his story and insights to help others explore mindful, alcohol-free living.
“I Didn’t Believe It Either” is Todd’s memoir about his personal journey through six years of struggling with alcohol and ultimately choosing sobriety. It blends honesty, humor, and real reflections on life, family and growth.
Todd’s decision to quit drinking came after years of internal conflict and realizing that alcohol was hindering his well-being, parenting, and life clarity. His choice in 2019 marked a pivotal moment toward a healthier and more fulfilling way of living.
Todd celebrated four years of sobriety on October 20, 2023 — a testament to his dedication to personal growth and mindful living.
Todd focuses on topics such as sobriety, mindful living, family life without alcohol, personal transformation, and the unexpected benefits of giving up alcohol. His writing and public conversations aim to inspire reflection and positive change.
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