In this powerful episode of the Freedom Diaries Podcast, host Rachel Rector is joined by Jenny Ingels, a woman who has faced profound grief, addiction, and healing. Jenny opens up about the heart-wrenching loss of a dear friend to a drinking overdose and the complex emotions of guilt and pain that followed. She also shares her personal journey through addiction, stress, and the struggle to cope with life's challenges through alcohol and escapism.

Jenny reveals her breast cancer testimony and the impact of alcohol on hormone balance and overall health, shedding light on the dangers of using substances to numb pain. Through her story, Jenny emphasizes the importance of breaking free from unhealthy habits and offers practical tools and strategies for managing stress without turning to alcohol.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• Losing a friend to suicide and addiction
• The social drinking "pandemic" and its effects on health
• Honoring loved ones while processing grief
• The power of gratitude during difficult times
• Healthier alternatives to cope with stress and emotional pain

🎧If you've struggled with grief, addiction, or just the weight of life's challenges, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on healing, resilience, and discovering healthier ways to cope with life's toughest moments.

Where to find Jenny:

Jenny Ingles is the mother of four "manimals," wife of a retired combat veteran, and former federal agent. These varied life experiences exposed her to the lightest and darkest sides of the human condition, including the moment her best friend drank herself into a coma, which she never recovered from. It was then that Jenny reconsidered her own decades-long casual relationship with alcohol. It took ten more years and a breast cancer diagnosis before she finally threw away her drinking blanket. God's grace brought her to and through this life-altering transformation.

Recognizing what she learned could help save lives, she left her career to start the Pour It Out for Good mission. Her podcast dives into the cultural influences, societal pressures, and biblical misconceptions that lead us to drink and keep us coming back for more and what we can do to change it for good.

Pour It Out for Good ⁠ Podcast

Resources Mentioned:

• More than Enough: The Silent Struggle of a Woman’s Identity by Tamra Andress

Where to find Rachel:

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