Facing Fears: Jennie Canzoneri's Path to Sobriety and Self-Compassion
So one takeaway I really hope from this conversation is: there is no finish line for doing this on your own, like the connection is such an important, integral part of it, and I didn't call anyone.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to come back stronger after a setback? In this episode of 'Sober Stories', host Beth Bowen sits down with Jennie Canzoneri to explore the ups and downs of her sobriety journey. Jennie opens up about her experience of drinking again after a long period of abstinence and how she found her way back to sobriety through self-compassion and gentle self-talk.
The conversation dives deep into the importance of re-learning healthy coping mechanisms and the evolving nature of our motivations for staying sober. Jennie recounts a pivotal moment when a health scare served as a wake-up call, pushing her to reassess her choices. Together, Beth and Jennie discuss the ripple effects of choosing sobriety, including the challenges of rebuilding trust and the liberation that comes from not worrying about others' opinions.
Jennie also shares her dreams of creating a sober retreat, blending her love for community building with her passion for sober living. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that, as Jennie puts it, 'there is no finish line for doing this on your own'. Tune in for an inspiring story about facing fears, embracing self-compassion, and finding strength in community.