Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
Episode 70: Finding Joy in the Divine Traumedy, with Dr. Nicki Monti
Episode 70: Finding Joy in the Divine Traumedy, with Dr. Nicki Monti
Episode 70: Finding Joy in the Divine Traumedy, with Dr. Nicki Monti
Friday 24th October 2025
Dr. Nicki Monti shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery, offering hope and insights for families affected by addiction.
45 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Authentic
Motivational
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Author:
Casey Arrillaga and Kira Arrillaga
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Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Healing involves changing your relationship with your story.
- Recovery is about self-discovery and embracing who you are.
- Family dynamics play a crucial role in addiction and recovery.
- Storytelling can be a powerful tool for healing.
- "Give life a chance to surprise you" is a mantra for recovery.
"Give life a chance to surprise you."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In Episode 70 of 'Addiction and the Family', Dr. Nicki Monti shares her extraordinary journey through addiction, recovery, and the pursuit of joy amidst chaos. Dr. Nicki, with her vibrant personality and candidness, opens up about her life, from her early struggles with addiction to her current state of peace and fulfilment.
She talks about how she transformed her relationship with her past and found a way to embrace the beauty in life's challenges. The episode is a heartfelt conversation that touches on themes of self-discovery, healing, and the power of storytelling in recovery. Dr. Nicki's story is one of resilience and hope. She candidly discusses the emotional turmoil she faced and how she managed to turn those experiences into a source of strength.
Her 'teaching memoir', as she calls it, serves as a testament to the idea that healing is not about changing your story but changing your relationship with it. Her journey from self-loathing to self-love is a narrative that many in recovery can relate to. Hosts Casey and Kira Arrillaga bring warmth and insight to the conversation, making it a must-listen for anyone affected by addiction, whether directly or through a loved one.
The episode is filled with laughter, tears, and moments of profound realisation that encourage listeners to reflect on their own paths. As Dr. Nicki puts it, "Give life a chance to surprise you." It's a call to embrace recovery with open arms and see where the journey leads. What will you take away from Dr. Nicki's journey? Tune in to find inspiration and perhaps a new perspective on your own path to recovery.