The Secret Struggle Of Women And Alcohol: Jen Alai Your New Ally In Sobriety

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Today, I sit down with Jen Alai, a certified recovery specialist and sober coach who went from drinking in her closet to building a life of purpose and hope. Ms. Alai takes us through the entire arc of her journey — from growing up with anxiety and social discomfort, to discovering the numbing effect of alcohol, and eventually hitting rock bottom with a DUI that involved a 32-mile police chase. Her transparency about how addiction quietly crept in and took over makes this episode especially powerful for anyone who thinks “it’s not that bad yet.”

We talk about the stigma women face in addiction — how moms, wives, and professionals often suffer in silence, afraid of judgment and shame. Ms. Alai opens up about the rehabs that didn’t work because she wasn’t ready, the hospital visits that left her humiliated, and the peer support that finally gave her hope. She explains how real recovery began when she combined therapy, structure, community, and faith — and how being ready made all the difference.

Ms. Alai also shares actionable advice for people in recovery and their families. We cover the difference between being “dry” and truly sober, why cravings only last 12 minutes, and how building daily routines, finding support, and rediscovering joy are all part of the healing process.

https://www.jenalaisobercoach.com/

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