Tanya and Jerry Gioia
Tanya and Jerry Gioia
I’ve Been the Addict, the Daughter, and the Mom - Featuring Jennifer Chase
I’ve Been the Addict, the Daughter, and the Mom - Featuring Jennifer Chase
I’ve Been the Addict, the Daughter, and the Mom - Featuring Jennifer Chase
Friday 27th June 2025
Explore Jennifer Chase's inspiring journey through addiction, recovery, and the transformative power of setting boundaries.
46 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Healing Beyond Addiction: Jennifer Chase's Journey
Episode Overview
- Jennifer Chase shares her personal journey through addiction and recovery.
- Discusses the impact of generational addiction and childhood trauma.
- Explores the emotional aspects of addiction beyond physical dependency.
- Emphasises the importance of setting boundaries for healing.
- Offers practical advice for families dealing with addiction.
"Where the heck has this been my whole life?"
In this heartfelt episode of 'Sober on Purpose', Tanya Gioia sits down with Jennifer Chase, who shares her journey through the tangled web of addiction and recovery. Jennifer's story is one of resilience and transformation, as she recounts growing up in a family steeped in generational addiction and the subsequent challenges she faced.
She opens up about her childhood marked by trauma, including sexual abuse, and how a brain tumour surgery led her to opiates, which initially seemed to quiet her inner critic. "Where the heck has this been my whole life?" she reflects, capturing the moment when substances felt like the solution to her pain. Jennifer talks candidly about the emotional addiction that gripped her long before the physical dependency set in.
She discusses the shame spiral and the struggle to find worth and love amidst the chaos. Her experiences highlight the complex dynamics within families affected by addiction, offering insights into how these relationships can contribute to or alleviate the burden. Tanya and Jennifer explore the importance of setting boundaries and creating a supportive environment for healing.
Jennifer shares practical advice on how small steps can lead to significant changes, urging those affected by addiction to start with manageable boundaries and gradually build confidence. This episode isn't just about Jennifer's story; it's a call to understand the deeper issues at play in addiction. It's a reminder that recovery is possible, and that with love, patience, and support, individuals and families can find peace and joy beyond addiction's grip.
Dive into this conversation for an inspiring look at the power of healing and hope.