23. An Identity Split: The Story Behind Uncorked with Mary Alice Stephens

Anchored by her memoir Uncorked, Mary Alice Stephens opens up about the unraveling of her relationship with alcohol, the identity shifts that came with motherhood, and the hard-won freedom she found in sobriety.This episode explores the quiet compromises, emotional tension, and cognitive dissonance that can come with trying to hold it all together while alcohol is taking more than it gives.With honesty, humor, and deep self-awareness, she reflects on the first year of sobriety, the grief and growth that often happen at the same time, and the role of community, support, and AA in her recovery. She also talks about writing Uncorked, and why sharing her story matters – not just for her, but for her children and for anyone questioning their own relationship with alcohol.To learn more about Mary, or to purchase Uncorked, visit:https://www.maryalicestephens.com/ and follow her on Instagram @maryalicestephenswrites.And of course, follow @dryhumorpodcast on IG.