Jill Bauer's Rooms Project: Voices of Recovery and Resilience
"I think I was drinking suicidally from day one where I need to drink myself into oblivion and not feel or remember anything."
Jill Bauer has a mission: to give a voice to those living in recovery from addiction and alcoholism. In this episode of 'Since Right Now', Jill shares her own story of battling addiction and how it led her to create The Rooms Project. This multimedia endeavor captures the raw, unfiltered stories of over 100 individuals who have found a new life in recovery.
From Philadelphia to nearly twenty states, Jill has driven across the country to bring these personal narratives to light. Each story, told through photos and audio, aims to break the stigma surrounding addiction and offer hope to those still struggling. Jill’s journey began with suicidal drinking, where she sought oblivion in every bottle. Her transformation from self-destruction to advocacy is nothing short of inspiring.
Now, as an educator and multimedia entrepreneur, she teaches journalism and interactive design while continuing her work on The Rooms Project. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a powerful reminder that everyone has a story worth telling. Jill's dedication to capturing these stories provides a platform for healing, understanding, and inspiration.
Tune in to hear how personal narratives can change lives and why Jill believes recovery is within reach for anyone willing to take that first step.