Jen's journey began with teenage drinking to fit in, transitioned into the mommy wine culture, and ultimately led her to sobriety.

In this episode, Jen shares her journey with alcohol, from her early days of drinking at 15 to her decision to become sober. Growing up in a household without alcohol, Jen discusses how she turned to drinking to fit in and cope with insecurities and anxiety, leading to her involvement with party drugs during her teens. She recounts her years of putting rules around her drinking in an attempt to moderate, which didn’t work out. At times overtaken by the mommy wine culture. A turning point came after two significant events that filled her with shame and led her to seek therapy, change her lifestyle, and find a supportive sober community. Jen also shares the positive impact sobriety has had on her life, including improved confidence, being present, and enjoyment of life's moments, and hopes her story can inspire others to reconsider their relationship with alcohol. Jen's Instagram: Sobermotivation (Brad) IG: https://www.instagram.com/sobermotivation/ 00:00 Welcome to the Sober Motivation Podcast 00:23 Jen's Childhood and Early Experiences with Alcohol 04:07 Transitioning to Adulthood: College and Work Life 05:54 Meeting Her Husband and the Party Lifestyle 08:10 The Impact of Parenthood and the Mommy Wine Culture 08:58 Reflecting on the Relationship and Alcohol's Role 14:27 The Internal Struggle with Drinking and Self-Reflection 22:04 Navigating Anxiety, Therapy, and the COVID-19 Pandemic 27:52 The Wake-Up Call: A Personal Journey to Sobriety 28:17 A Turning Point: Realizing the Need for Change 30:59 The Last Straw: A Commitment to Sobriety 33:23 Seeking Help: Therapy and Community Support 42:42 The Benefits of Sobriety: A New Perspective on Life 51:02 Reflections and Advice: Embracing a Sober Lifestyle