Pej Alaghamandan
Pej Alaghamandan
Jonelle Allen- No Matter What
Jonelle Allen- No Matter What
Jonelle Allen- No Matter What
Thursday 13th May 2021
Actress Jonelle Allen shares her journey from addiction to sobriety in Harlem with Pej Alaghamandan on 'Peji's Recovery Corner'.
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Get the buttons here!Jonelle Allen's Journey: From Harlem's Shadows to a Bright, Sober Future
Alcohol, alcohol was, and all of the creative and wonderful biographies that I read about creative and smart, witty people. I sent her this beautiful basket of wine, and so she said to me: she called me to her office and she said: thank you, but it's not that kind of birthday, and I didn't know what it meant.
Growing up in the vibrant yet challenging streets of Harlem, Jonelle Allen's life was intertwined with the presence of drugs and alcohol from an early age. In this episode of 'Peji's Recovery Corner', host Pej Alaghamandan welcomes the talented actress and recovering addict, Jonelle, to share her compelling story of addiction and recovery. Jonelle recounts how a seemingly innocent gift of wine to a colleague became a stark revelation of her own struggles with alcohol.
With raw honesty, she discusses the turning points that led her to seek help and the pivotal role mentors and a supportive community played in her journey to sobriety. The conversation delves into the importance of counting days as milestones, the transformative power of mentorship, and embracing personal responsibility in the path to recovery. Jonelle's narrative is not just about overcoming addiction; it's a powerful testament to resilience and the human spirit's capacity for growth.
Whether you're battling addiction, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking inspiration, Jonelle's story offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that recovery is possible.