She Broke the Cycle: Jennifer Chase on Addiction and Saving Her Son

Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of childhood sexual abuse, opioid addiction, substance use disorder, and the impact addiction can have on families. Please listen with care, especially if these topics are tender for you. Jennifer Chase grew up in a family where addiction ran four generations deep. Determined to break the cycle, she built a marriage and family of her own — until chronic pain and prescribed opioids pulled her into the very addiction she swore, she would avoid. In this powerful episode, Jennifer shares her journey through opioid addiction, generational trauma, recovery, and the moment she realized she had unknowingly become part of her son’s addiction. From surviving a life-threatening brain tumor to battling substance use disorder, Jennifer opens up about isolation, shame, motherhood, and what it truly takes to break family patterns rooted in addiction. She speaks candidly about recovery, setting boundaries without abandoning the people you love, and how connection became the foundation of her healing. Read Jennifers Bio Jennifers Website Connect with Jennifer on Facebook Connect with Jennifer on Instagram Connect with Jennifer on TikTok Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn   Immediate Help 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 https://988lifeline.org Free, confidential support available 24/7 in the United States. 🧠 Substance Use & Treatment Support SAMHSA National Helpline 1-800-662-HELP (4357) https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline Free, confidential treatment referral and information service (24/7). FindTreatment.gov https://findtreatment.gov Search for addiction treatment providers near you. 💛 Support for Loved Ones of Addicts Al-Anon Family Groups (for families of alcoholics) https://al-anon.org Nar-Anon Family Groups (for families of those struggling with drug addiction) https://www.nar-anon.org SMART Recovery Family & Friends https://www.rainn.org Confidential support for survivors of sexual abuse. If you'd like to support the show, just click the link | Be a part of the Change Happened community Enter to win the "What Changed Me Community Challenge" | Enter to Win! To join our mailing list and learn more our guests visit | Changehappenedpodcast.com Get your discount on Pure Energy Apothecary products | 20% off PURE ENERGY NOW Start your Liminal Luna Journey FREE | code CHANGE at checkout | Liminalluna.com Looking for your customized Dear Sweet One lullaby find them here | Shop Now Dear Sweet One Follow along on Instagram @Change Happened  Got a story to share? Drop me a line at [email protected] and maybe your "Change Happened" moment will be next.