Nikki MacCallum
Nikki MacCallum
MILE 16
MILE 16
MILE 16
Wednesday 18th August 2021
Nikki MacCallum navigates addiction and family ties at mile 16 of her marathon journey. Listen to this heartfelt episode now.
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Nikki MacCallum
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Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Mile 16: Nikki MacCallum's Crossroads of Addiction and Family Bonds
I have no specific memory of taking that first drink after years of sobriety - it just happened and felt good.
Picture yourself at mile 16 of a marathon, with the ocean breeze on your face and the finish line still far away. In this episode of 'Dry Run: A Memoir,' Nikki MacCallum takes listeners on an emotional run through the complexities of addiction and family relationships. As adult Nikki runs by the ocean, memories of her twenty-third birthday surface, a time marked by a heartfelt letter from her father and an unexpected encounter on the Cape Cod Canal.
The episode weaves together past and present, highlighting the struggle and resilience that come with addiction recovery. Narrated by Nikki herself and featuring voices like Dina Laura as Mom, Patrick McCartney as Dad, and Anne Nathan as Aunt Moira, this episode offers a rich, multi-layered storytelling experience. It's a poignant reminder that even in the midst of personal battles, connections with loved ones can provide the strength needed to push forward.
Whether you're on your own journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode promises to resonate deeply.