Molly Watts

The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast

Molly Watts, Author & Coach

  • Prostitute to Professor: Radical Transformation with Becca Jacobson

Prostitute to Professor: Radical Transformation with Becca Jacobson

Monday 17th March 2025

Becca Jacobson shares her incredible transformation from addiction to becoming a professor and sobriety coach. A must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration.
35 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
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Supportive

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The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast
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Molly Watts
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Navigating Alcohol Dependency
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From Addiction to Academia: Becca Jacobson's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Overcoming a lifetime of addiction and self-limiting beliefs.
  • The impact of secrecy and shame on mental health.
  • The transformative power of education.
  • The importance of support systems in recovery.
  • Finding peace and purpose through sobriety.
We have to be willing to understand that our past does not equal our future.
In this episode of The Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly Watts sits down with Becca Jacobson, an author, coach, and host of the Sober Living Snippets podcast. Becca's story is a remarkable journey from a life of addiction and secrecy to becoming a college professor and sobriety coach. Her transformation is not just inspiring but also filled with valuable lessons for anyone struggling with addiction or self-limiting beliefs.
Becca shares how she overcame a lifetime of addiction, the impact of secrecy and shame on her mental health, and how she eventually found peace and purpose. She opens up about her challenging past, including working as a prostitute from the age of 18 to 32, and how she managed to turn her life around by pursuing higher education and ultimately becoming a professor.
This episode dives deep into the importance of facing one's past, the power of education, and the role of support systems in recovery. Becca's candid reflections on her journey provide hope and practical advice for anyone looking to make a significant change in their lives. If you're seeking motivation and real-life examples of overcoming adversity, this episode is a must-listen.