Childless and Coping: When Soothing Hurts More Than It Heals with Maureen Benkovich

If you've ever felt like you're carrying unseen grief—this episode is for you.

You'll hear the raw, powerful story of Maureen Benkovich, a former pharmaceutical sales rep turned life coach, who knows what it’s like to quietly grieve the life you imagined—and try to numb that pain with alcohol.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What gray area drinking is and how it holds you back from healing
• How Maureen coped with multiple miscarriages and the heartbreak of a failed adoption
• The benefits Maureen found from support groups
• The surprising role of self-compassion, gratitude, and neuroplasticity in healing

This conversation is honest, emotional, and deeply empowering. We talk about invisible grief, addiction, rebuilding your identity, and finding joy even when life doesn’t go as planned.

If you’ve ever felt alone in your pain—or wondered if things could ever feel better—hit play. This one’s for you.

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More from Maureen Benkovich: Website: https://www.soberfitchick.com/  Schedule a free discovery call: https://calendly.com/soberfitchick/45min?month=2025-04  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soberfitchickllc/ 

Resources: Living the Life Unexpected by Jody Day: https://www.amazon.com/Living-Life-Unexpected-Meaningful-Fulfilling/dp/1509809031  Free Support Group: https://pathonward.com/support-group/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/whenbeingchildlessisntbychoice/ Finding You: Beyond Motherhood Group Coaching Program coming soon! Join the waitlist: https://path-onward.kit.com/8d4b621a3b 

Stay connected with us: Dr. Gail Miller: https://pathonward.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/childlesspathonward/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@pathonwardlifecoaching  Full transcript and more: https://pathonward.com/52-childless-and-coping-when-soothing-hurts-more-than-it-heals-with-maureen-benkovich/