Relationship Recovery with Brian and NickRelationship Recovery with Brian and Nick
Sober Company (aka Sober Co)
This week Lacey spoke to Brian Lady and Nick Robideau, a creative couple who have survived an experience of living with active addiction-Brian through meetings and Intensive Out-Patient, Nick through Al-Anon, and both with therapy. Nick is a playwright and wrote a play called Against the Flesh about his emotional experience of being in a relationship with someone with addiction. They spoke with Lacey about the progression of their relationship, from Brian's use and Nick's response to it, to them eventually both seeking help. They also talk about the creative side of their story-about Nick's process of writing his play and Brian's response to reading it for the first time.
1:24:32•24 Aug 2020
Love and Recovery: Brian and Nick's Creative Journey Beyond Addiction
“I think my relationship to sobriety and recovery is defined in such a way that I try as hard as I can not even to cast the person I have been before, or the behaviors I engaged in before, as a nefarious evil creature, which is really deeply easy for me to do.”
Brian Lady and Nick Robideau, a dynamic and creative couple, open up about their journey through addiction and recovery in this compelling episode of Sober Company. Moving beyond the traditional 12-step model, they share their personal experiences and the evolution of their relationship as they navigated the stormy seas of addiction together. Brian candidly discusses his struggles with substance use, while Nick reveals his emotional turmoil and the eventual decision to seek help for both of them.
Their story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about the power of creativity in healing. Nick's process of writing a play about his experiences provides a unique lens into the emotional landscape of loving someone with addiction. Throughout their conversation, themes of personal growth, therapy, and setting boundaries are explored, offering listeners a raw and authentic look at the complexities of recovery.
They also touch on the importance of support programs like Al-Anon, highlighting how these resources can aid in the journey to sobriety. Brian's perspective on his past actions, striving not to demonize his former self, adds a layer of compassion and understanding that is both refreshing and inspiring. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the multifaceted nature of addiction and recovery, providing a supportive and non-judgmental viewpoint that resonates deeply.
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