Teaching in Silence, Healing Out Loud: Jessica Dueñas' Road to Alcohol FreedomTeaching in Silence, Healing Out Loud: Jessica Dueñas' Road to Alcohol Freedom
Alcohol Tipping Point
I am honored to have on the show today, Jessica Dueñas. Jessica is the founder of Bottomless to Sober and was named the 2019 Kentucky State Teacher of the Year. In this candid conversation, she shares her journey as a teacher who grappled with a hidden drinking problem and personal struggles, emerging on the other side. Jessica’s mission is to help others transform their relationship with alcohol. Her focus extends to educators and teachers who face immense pressure to maintain an image of perfection in the public eye. She has been featured on Red Table Talk, NPR, CBS Evening News, and PBS. We talk about: How Jessica went from Teacher of the Year to inpatient rehab Differences in Latin American Culture and drinking The loneliness of hiding a drinking problem How we can better support teachers and other helping professionals
50:47•18 Oct 2023
Jessica Dueñas: From Teacher of the Year to Champion of Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Jessica Dueñas shares her journey as the 2019 Kentucky State Teacher of the Year and her struggle with alcohol
- She discusses the societal stigma attached to alcohol within the Latin American culture
- Jessica empowers educators and individuals in helping professions to find agency in their recovery journey
- The episode highlights the importance of creating supportive spaces for individuals struggling with alcohol and healing through writing
- Listeners gain valuable insights and tips for changing their relationship with alcohol
“I hope you all reach out. My birthday is February 4th. And that's nice because again, like I have an email list, I have my free writing workshop on occasion, I do other things that might be pop up events.”
What happens when the pressure to appear perfect collides with a hidden struggle? Jessica Dueñas, the 2019 Kentucky State Teacher of the Year, knows this all too well. In this heartfelt episode of Alcohol Tipping Point, she opens up about her journey from grappling with a secret drinking problem to becoming a beacon of hope for others seeking sobriety.
Jessica, who founded Bottomless to Sober, shares how she navigated the treacherous waters of addiction while maintaining a public image of excellence. Her story is not just about personal triumph but also about addressing the societal pressures faced by educators and helping professionals. Jessica's candid conversation with host Deb Mazenor covers a range of topics, including the unique challenges within Latin American culture regarding alcohol and the profound loneliness that comes with hiding an addiction.
They delve into the critical need for supportive environments for teachers and other professionals who often suffer in silence. Listeners will find Jessica's story both relatable and inspiring, especially those who feel the weight of societal expectations. She emphasizes the importance of rewriting one's narrative and healing through writing, offering practical advice and emotional support.
Whether you're an educator, a helping professional, or someone on their own path to sobriety, Jessica's insights provide a comforting reminder that it's never too late to change your relationship with alcohol.
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