Becca
Becca
Episode 52: Conversation with Wafik Nasralla
Episode 52: Conversation with Wafik Nasralla
Episode 52: Conversation with Wafik Nasralla
Thursday 3rd November 2022
Comedian Wafik Nasralla chats with Becca about sobriety, using humor to cope, and breaking down addiction stigma on 'The Unashamed Alcoholic'.
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Get the buttons here!Laughing Through Sobriety: Wafik Nasralla's Honest Take on Recovery
Unless you have a problem with being the one that you know having a couple of drinks, don't worry about me, I'll have like a nice tea, like I said. It's not so much challenging anymore, though. It's not the desire to do it, it's not the craving, it's just the reminiscing...
Imagine facing the struggles of addiction and recovery with a smile on your face. That’s exactly what Ottawa-based comedian Wafik Nasralla does, and he shares his journey in this episode of 'The Unashamed Alcoholic'. Host Becca sits down with Wafik to chat about how he uses humor to navigate the ups and downs of sobriety. They tackle the heavy topic of alcoholism with a light touch, breaking down the stigma through candid and often funny conversations.
Wafik doesn’t shy away from discussing the tough parts of his journey. He opens up about the temptations to relapse and the nostalgic pull of his past life. But he also talks about the joys and triumphs that come with staying sober. As a parent, Wafik shares his hopes for his children, aiming to inspire them to make better choices than he did. The conversation also delves into the darker side of sobriety.
Wafik and Becca explore how facing past traumas can be one of the hardest parts of quitting addiction. But through it all, Wafik’s humor shines as a powerful tool for coping and healing. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to understand the complex emotions tied to addiction and recovery. Whether you're on your own sobriety journey or supporting someone who is, Wafik’s story offers a unique blend of laughter and insight that can lighten even the heaviest hearts.