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. Subscribe now for real talk, compassion, and hope delivered every Tuesday. ~ 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/

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A moment comes when the realization hits that this is what it is, yet we don’t want to deal with that reality. We’re feeling all these feelings that are uncomfortable; the pain, the grief, the loneliness. We sit with it all and then, at some point, we wonder “what do I do with this?” and “how do I find meaning?” You can understand the grief AND want to move on while carrying it. This isn’t about squashing the grief - that’s not possible. It’s about moving onward on a new path, creating a fulfilling life and honoring that grief. This podcast delves into the often overlooked but deeply significant experience of living life as a woman who is childless not by choice. There are many ways to reach this point - being childless after infertility is only one road. Often circumstances other than unsuccessful fertility treatments bring us to the point of unwanted childlessness. Whatever your path has been though, your pain and all the other difficult emotions are valid. Now what do you do with it all? Your life doesn’t have to be defined by the pain of childlessness. You create your own narrative. Through candid discussions and personal stories, my podcast offers insights, support, and guidance for navigating this unique path in life and thriving.