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vol 273. Upskilling the Heart with Jen B.
vol 273. Upskilling the Heart with Jen B.
vol 273. Upskilling the Heart with Jen B.
Thursday 31st July 2025
Explore Jen B's inspiring journey of sobriety and healing, and learn how Alcoholics Anonymous played a vital role in her recovery.
61 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Jen B shares her 25-year sobriety journey.
- Impact of family history on addiction.
- Importance of self-compassion in recovery.
- Role of Alcoholics Anonymous in healing.
- Encouragement for those feeling alone.
"Pray to have the willingness to put Alcoholics Anonymous first in your life—if that’s the only prayer you do, just do that."
In this heartfelt episode, Jen B takes us through her profound journey of sobriety, which has spanned nearly 25 years. Jen begins by sharing her sobriety date, October 30, 2000, a pivotal moment marked by an arrest that led her to the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). This arrest, however, was merely a symptom of deeper issues that Jen had grappled with since childhood.
She recounts experiencing anxiety and a sense of impending doom as young as five, emotions she later recognized as part of her struggle with alcoholism. Jen's story is deeply intertwined with her family history, which includes a lineage of alcoholism and abuse, as well as strong, inspiring women. This duality painted a complex picture of her upbringing, one where she vowed never to follow the path of alcohol, only to find herself caught in its grip later in life.
The episode delves into Jen's journey through the AA program and how it provided her with the tools to understand and overcome her addiction. She speaks candidly about the challenges she faced, the moral convictions she couldn't uphold, and the eventual realization that change was necessary for her well-being. Throughout the podcast, Jen emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and understanding one's unskillful behaviors. She discusses how recognizing and addressing these behaviors is crucial for healing and growth.
Her story is not just one of personal redemption but of finding strength and solace in the community of AA, where she discovered that she was never alone. In her message to listeners who may be struggling, Jen offers a beacon of hope, urging them to recognize their own preciousness and the workability of their situations. She encourages those in need to seek out meetings and connect with others who care deeply about their recovery.
Jen's narrative is a testament to the power of healing, self-awareness, and community support, leaving listeners with a sense of hope and encouragement as they navigate their own journeys.