At some point, it stops being about the drink…

and starts being about the decision.

In Part 2 of this powerful two-part series, I sit down again with my lifelong friend Melanie (we’ve known each other since we were 12 & 13 🤍) to talk about how our relationship with alcohol evolved — and how we each knew it was time to choose ourselves.

This episode is honest. Grounded. Empowering.

We reflect on:

✨ How drinking shifted from “fun” to routine in adulthood

✨ Alcohol as stress relief, reward, confidence booster & social glue

✨ The subtle signs that something felt off

✨ The quiet inner voice that kept nudging us

✨ The wake-up moments that weren’t dramatic — just honest

✨ The first steps we took toward becoming alcohol-free

✨ Setting boundaries without losing friendships

✨ Going out as adults and ordering confidently

✨ Why we didn’t lose our social lives — we gained peace

For me, it wasn’t rock bottom.

It was misalignment.

Feeling out of sync with my workouts.

My energy.

My glow goals.

My wellness lifestyle.

For Melanie, it was clarity outweighing comfort.

This conversation isn’t about shame.

It’s about awareness.

It’s about realizing you’re allowed to evolve.

If you’re sober curious, alcohol-free, or just questioning your habits — this episode will meet you where you are.

You don’t have to know the end.

Just the next step.

🤍 Comment below: What made you pause and reflect on your relationship with alcohol?

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🎙️ New episodes of Glowtime with Jackie drop every other Wednesday.

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Before sobriety… there was sisterhood.

In this raw, nostalgic, laugh-out-loud episode of Glowtime with Jackie, I sit down with my lifelong best friend and nurse Melanie Diggins to talk about where it really all began—our teenage years, instant sisterhood, and the drinking culture that was completely normalized before we ever questioned it.

This is NOT a sobriety lecture.

There’s no blame, no shame—just honesty.

We’re talking:

✨ How we met and why our friendship stuck

✨ Teenage life, freedom, parties, and cultural influence

✨ Why alcohol felt “normal,” fun, and bonding back then

✨ Hilarious, ride-or-die stories only best friends can tell

✨ What shaped our relationship with alcohol before we even realized it

From growing up fast to laughing our way through chaos, this episode is for anyone who’s ever looked back and thought: “Wow… that was just what we did.”

If you’re sober-curious, alcohol-free, or simply love deep conversations mixed with humor and heart—this episode will hit home.

👉 Next episode: How we each chose an alcohol-free life for totally different reasons—and how that decision changed everything.

💬 Comment below: Would teenage you recognize who you are today?

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Welcome to Glowtime. ✨

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We’re back for Part 2 of Peptides IRL: The Glow-Girl Edition, and this episode is all about real conversations, real experiences, and real glow-ups ✨

Tori and I go deeper into our personal peptide journeys—what surprised us, what shifted, and what made us say “okay… this is different.” From sleep and hunger cues to recovery, confidence, libido, and that lifted, energized feeling—this isn’t about selling a product. It’s about sharing the experience.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why we started peptides

• What we noticed first

• The unexpected benefits

• Our “OMG” moments

• Rapid-fire peptide favorites

• Common myths we’re DONE with

• Listener questions on menopause, gut health, recovery, brain support & confidence

We also share—gently and honestly—how our wellness journeys turned into community through ELLIEMD, where we educate, guide, and connect women to licensed providers (without diagnosing or prescribing).

💬 DM “PARTNER” if you’re curious about educating and supporting other women

💬 DM “GLOWTIME” if you want to learn more about peptides and get connected

✨ Closing reminder:

Your body is not failing—it’s asking to be supported.

⚠️ DISCLAIMER

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Results may vary. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before starting peptides, supplements, or wellness protocols.

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