Angie Reno
Angie Reno
Episode 53 - MaryBeth Cichocki, R.N. Interview, Trail of Truth Planning Committee Member, Legislative Warrior for Change in the Arena of Addiction Treatment
Episode 53 - MaryBeth Cichocki, R.N. Interview, Trail of Truth Planning Committee Member, Legislative Warrior for Change in the Arena of Addiction Treatment
Episode 53 - MaryBeth Cichocki, R.N. Interview, Trail of Truth Planning Committee Member, Legislative Warrior for Change in the Arena of Addiction Treatment
Monday 18th September 2023
Listen to MaryBeth Cichocki on 'Siblinghood of Recovery' as she turns personal tragedy into advocacy, fighting for addiction reform and offering hope.
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Get the buttons here!From Heartbreak to Hope: MaryBeth Cichocki's Fight for Addiction Reform
Episode Overview
- Mary Beth Sahaki's journey of advocacy and legislative change after losing her son to addiction
- Insights into grief and healing through Mary Beth's book, 'Letters to Matt'
- The enduring bond between a parent and a lost child
- The importance of support and community for parents navigating addiction
- Resilience and determination in the face of personal tragedy
I tell parents who have lost a child that sit with your anger, just sit with your anger and find out what is eating at you the most and then use that anger to fuel your passion to fix it, to change it, to save other mothers from becoming us.
Imagine losing a child to addiction and then using that grief as a driving force for change. In this compelling episode of 'Siblinghood of Recovery', Angie Reno sits down with MaryBeth Cichocki, a mother who faced the unimaginable when her son Matt succumbed to addiction. Rather than letting her sorrow consume her, MaryBeth has channeled her pain into powerful advocacy work, aiming to prevent other parents from experiencing the same heartache. MaryBeth’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
She discusses the chaos and anger that initially overwhelmed her, and how she found strength in building a community of resources for those affected by addiction. Her relentless drive has led her to become a key figure in legislative reform, pushing for changes that create safer environments for those in recovery.
One of the most poignant parts of this episode is MaryBeth’s involvement with the Trail of Truth, a memorial event in Washington, DC, that honors over 2,000 individuals who have lost their lives to addiction. Her role as a committee planner and as a grieving mother brings a deeply personal touch to this significant event.
MaryBeth also shares insights from her book, 'Letters to Matt', offering a raw and heartfelt look into her grieving process and the enduring love she holds for her son. This episode covers a range of topics including advocacy, the complexities of parenting through addiction, and finding resilience in the face of profound loss. If you’re looking for a story that blends heartache with hope and determination, this episode is a must-listen.
MaryBeth’s unwavering resolve to turn tragedy into triumph will leave you inspired and perhaps even more determined to support those battling addiction.