Turning Pain Into Purpose
Featured Author in the bestselling BossUp™ series
Inspiring Women Professionals Who BossUp
A collaborative anthology of resilience, purpose, and courage.
I’m honored to be part of Inspiring Women Professionals Who BossUp, a powerful anthology highlighting women who turned adversity into strength and purpose.
My chapter shares a message of hope, courage, and reclaiming your voice — a reminder that healing is always possible and that we rise higher when we rise together.
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Chapter 11: Don't Give Up Till The Miracle Happens -
"Sobriety isn’t just about putting down the drink—it’s about picking up the tools to feel, to heal, and to live again with hope.”
- Karen Rubinstein
A bestselling anthology featuring stories of real women rising, rebuilding, and reclaiming their lives.
karen's story
As part of the powerful Women Who BossUp anthology series, Karen Rubinstein shares her journey of transformation—from years of alcoholism, trauma, and self-doubt to becoming a transformational recovery guide, speaker, and founder of Women in the Rooms.
Her story is a raw, honest reminder that healing is always possible, and that women can rise, rebuild, and reclaim lives filled with purpose, joy, and freedom.
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Real stories. Real courage. Real transformation.
Women Who BossUp brings together women from all walks of life who turned adversity into strength and purpose.
Each chapter offers a glimpse into resilience — what it looks like, what it costs, and how it changes everything.
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Karen’s chapter shares the early part of her recovery journey and the moment she chose to rise, speak, and rebuild her life with honesty
and hope.
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A powerful reminder that every woman has a comeback story — including you.
Order a Signed Copy
Get a signed copy of Women Who BossUp directly from Karen —includes a free inspirational bookmark and
a handwritten note of gratitude.
