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Empowering Women in Recovery: Your Journey Starts Here!
"The rate at which women are
dying from excessive drinking
is rising faster than that of men."
- The New York Times
Because I suffered needlessly for years, and because I've lost so many friends to this disease,
I now dedicate my life to helping women reclaim their happiness and purpose.
I also write and speak - recover loudly! - to stop the shame and stigma of addiction/alcoholism and to stop others from dying quietly.
Karen Rubinstein
I recovered my happiness, my purpose, my true self -
I recovered my life!"
People often tell me -
"You don't LOOK like an alcoholic!"
Alcoholics are not hanging out under bridges and drinking from paper bags - we come in all shapes and colors and all professions from lawyers to doctors, and from teachers to students.
And yet, the stigma and sterotype of that image is still prevelant and is keeping many women from getting the help they need.
The shame and fear of my disease kept me in a vicious cycle of increased drinking and self-loathing that almost killed me.
There has been an increase in drinking for women in recent years, and yet we are still isolating at home - afraid to let anyone know.
I feel your pain and I've been there. I made it through and I know you can too.
It starts with asking for help. Then your true journey begins.
Left Photo - Me and my wonderful rescue/friend/dog Frisco at Sandy Hook, N.J.
Karen Rubinstein
Mission
My mission is to empower women struggling with addictions or mental health issues, such as depression or anxiety, by fostering an understanding of how their thoughts and beliefs influence their actions.
Through empowerment and the rediscovery of their true essence, I aim to support women on their journey towards healing and self-actualization.
Vision
My vision is to cultivate a society where women are equipped with the knowledge and tools to address the root causes of addiction and mental health challenges. By educating the public that drugs and alcohol are not the problem but rather symptoms of underlying traumas and inadequate coping skills, I envision a community where holistic healing and support are accessible to all.