Sarah Michaud's Nugget-Recovery from Codependency and AddictionSarah Michaud's Nugget-Recovery from Codependency and Addiction
Recovery Nuggets Podcast
Sarah Michaud shares her journey from addiction to healing from codependency, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and setting boundaries.
48:47•27 Feb 2026
Sarah Michaud's Journey: From Codependency to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Codependency can be as debilitating as addiction itself.
- Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships.
- Self-awareness is key to breaking free from old patterns.
- Recovery involves healing emotional wounds, not just abstaining from substances.
- Seeking help and building connections are vital steps in the recovery journey.
“"It's really not about you at all, because it's really about my own fear, my own identity."”
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Sarah Michaud, a seasoned clinical psychologist and author, joins the Recovery Nuggets Podcast to unpack her personal and professional journey through addiction and codependency. Host David Clemen and Sarah dive into the tangled web of emotions, family dynamics, and societal pressures that often accompany these struggles.
With a blend of humour and sincerity, Sarah recounts her own path to sobriety, starting with her early experiences in a dysfunctional family and leading to her recovery from alcohol and cocaine addiction. Sarah's story is one of resilience and transformation, marked by her decision to confront her fears and embrace recovery head-on. She shares how codependency can be as debilitating as addiction itself, affecting one's ability to maintain healthy relationships.
Through candid anecdotes, Sarah highlights the importance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, and seeking help as vital steps in the recovery process. Listeners will find themselves nodding along as Sarah discusses the challenges of breaking free from old patterns and the joy of discovering a life of purpose and connection. This episode is a reminder that recovery is not just about abstaining from substances but also about healing emotional wounds and reclaiming one's identity.
If you're curious about the nuances of codependency or looking for inspiration on your recovery journey, this episode offers valuable insights wrapped in engaging storytelling. So, what are you waiting for? Tune in and find your own nugget of wisdom.
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