Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep92 – Progress and Laughter with Nickie and Josh
Ep92 – Progress and Laughter with Nickie and Josh
Ep92 – Progress and Laughter with Nickie and Josh
Monday 21st June 2021
Nickie and Josh talk about overcoming alcoholism in their relationship with honesty, communication, and laughter on the Untoxicated Podcast.
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71 minutes
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Nickie and Josh: Finding Joy in Recovery Together
I'm of the mindset that alcohol is to blame for all of these problems: the relationship problems, the changes in the people that love us and the changes in ourselves. Blame the alcohol stuff, at least not to the extent that I talk about it.
Nickie and Josh's story is a testament to the ups and downs of dealing with alcoholism in a relationship. Nickie initially couldn't wrap her head around Josh's drinking problem. She thought their relationship issues were separate from his alcohol use, not realizing that the two were deeply intertwined. Meanwhile, Josh was caught in a web of denial, with friends and coworkers reinforcing his drinking habits as normal adult behavior.
Everything changed on a holiday eve when the true extent of Josh's alcoholism came to light, altering their lives forever. Now, 18 months into their recovery journey, Nickie and Josh join hosts Sheri and Matt Salis to share their experiences, sprinkled with laughter and genuine moments of connection. They discuss the importance of honesty and communication in rebuilding their relationship, recognizing warning signs, and the invaluable role of support groups.
The episode also touches on creative ways to maintain sobriety, the healing power of forgiveness, and the positive transformations that come with a sober life. If you're navigating similar waters, this episode offers relatable insights and a sense of camaraderie that might just make your own journey a bit easier.