Nikki MacCallum
Nikki MacCallum
MILE 11
MILE 11
MILE 11
Wednesday 18th August 2021
Nikki MacCallum reflects on past holidays and her father's relapse while running mile 11 of the Providence marathon in this episode of 'Dry Run: A Memoir'.
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Get the buttons here!Mile 11: Nikki MacCallum's Journey Through Holidays and Relapse
I experimented with how much pudding I could get onto the spoon and how flat I could make it before it entered my mouth.
Picture yourself running mile 11 of a marathon, every step heavy with memories and emotions. In this episode of 'Dry Run: A Memoir', Nikki MacCallum takes listeners through a poignant journey as she reflects on past holidays while grappling with her father's relapse during her college years. The narrative shifts between adult Nikki pounding the pavement in the Providence marathon and her younger self dealing with the aftermath of her father's battle with addiction.
It's a raw and heartfelt exploration of how addiction impacts not just the individual, but their loved ones too. Featuring voices like Dina Laura as Mom, Patrick McCartney as Dad, and Charly Clive as Nurse Cindy, this episode is rich with emotion and authenticity. Nikki's marathon isn't just about physical endurance; it's a metaphor for the relentless journey of recovery from addiction.
As she runs, she navigates complex feelings of helplessness, tries various coping mechanisms like picking at her cuticles or indulging in pudding, and learns the importance of forgiveness and self-love. This episode underscores the significance of communication in addiction recovery and the emotional toll it takes on families. It's a touching reminder that recovery, much like a marathon, requires immense discipline, perseverance, and support from loved ones.
Whether you're personally affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, Nikki's story offers a unique perspective that might just resonate with your own experiences.