Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life

Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor
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What happens when two women who refuse to play small sit down with the people actually changing the world — and the ones brave enough to tell the stories most shows won't touch? You get The Get Obsessed Podcast — a show built for people who are hungry for more truth, more transformation, and more proof that the life they're imagining is actually possible. Hosted by Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor, this is the podcast for dreamers who are done dreaming and ready to move. Julie is a legal advocate, entrepreneur, and mother of four who has spent years studying what it truly takes to succeed. Mika is a fierce business owner and meditation facilitator obsessed with self-development who knows what it takes to turn a life around. Together they bring zero filters, radical honesty, and an unshakable belief that you were built for more than you've been told. We go places other podcasts won't. We have explored the inner world of Scientology — the beliefs, the pull, the controversy, and what it means for the people inside it. We sat with Janelle Brown from TLC's Sister Wives and went deep into what it really looks like to live outside the lines of what society calls normal, to question everything, and to find your own definition of family and freedom. Dr. Christine Marie, featured in the #1 Netflix documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet, joined us to unpack manipulation, control, and how even the smartest people can be led astray — and more importantly, how to find your way back. These are not comfortable conversations. They are necessary ones. And then there are the guests who show up to teach you how to build. Gary Vaynerchuk on turning obsession into empires. Evan Carmichael on finding your purpose and never letting go. David Meltzer on staying grateful and driven when the odds are stacked against you. Jim Kwik, author of Limitless, on unlocking what your mind is actually capable of. Dr. Laura Berman — Oprah's go-to love expert — on grief, healing, and choosing to keep living fully. Dr. Nadine Macaluso on trauma and reclaiming your story. Dr. Sherrie Campbell on breaking free from toxic relationships for good. Gina DeVee, the woman who inspired this show to exist, on building a life entirely on your own terms. Kim D. from The Real Housewives and Lt. Joe Kenda, the Homicide Hunter, on the stories that shape us. At the heart of every episode is one question: how do we actually live our best life — not the curated version, not the one we perform for others, but the real one? The one that lights us up, challenges us, and makes us feel fully alive. That is what we are building here, one conversation at a time. New episodes every week. Apply to be a guest at www.getobsessedguest.com. Explore everything at www.getobsessedpodcast.com and www.getobsessedpod.com. Reach us at hello@getobsessedmedia.com — we read every single message. Follow us on Instagram @getobsessedpodcast and Facebook — and tell us who you want to hear from next, or how YOU are living your best life. This community is built on your stories too. We are all in this together.

  1. 4d ago

    The Trust Talk with Emily Bouchard: Money, Marriage, and Inheritance

    In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Julie Lokun and co-host Mika talk with Emily Bouchard, a family dynamics coach who has spent over two decades inside the private conversations of ultra wealthy families, about the money secrets that quietly wreck families and the trust that keeps them from unraveling. Emily opens with one of the more explosive cases from her career, an adult child who embezzled millions from trusting parents to fund an online subscription based addiction, and uses it to unpack how communication breakdowns, not the money itself, let the situation spiral for so long. She and the hosts talk about why wealth tends to amplify whatever is already present in a family rather than create new problems on its own, the difference between being brought in proactively (sometimes with children as young as five) versus after a crisis has already hit, and how sudden wealth events compare to generational wealth when it comes to raising children with values and work ethic. The conversation turns to death, inheritance, and estate planning, where Emily explains that a lack of relational trust, more than the money itself, is usually what causes families to fracture after a parent passes away, a theme she explores further in her upcoming book The Little Book of Trust and Money, co-authored with Charles Feltman. She also shares candid examples of financial infidelity between romantic partners, from hidden accounts that quietly fund children from a prior marriage to spouses discovering they are legally responsible for a partner's premarital debt or child support, and offers practical advice on prenups, separate versus joint accounts, and paying attention to how a partner responds to hard conversations before marriage. In this episode, we discuss: A recent case of an adult child embezzling millions from parents to fund an online subscription based addiction How wealth amplifies existing family dynamics rather than creating new ones Being brought in proactively, sometimes with children as young as five, versus after a crisis hits Sudden wealth events versus generational wealth and the different challenges each creates for kids Why estate planning conversations get missed and how unprepared inheritance can hit like a meteor The real root cause behind inheritance conflict: a lack of relational trust, not the money itself Financial infidelity in relationships, from hidden accounts to undisclosed debt and child support What to watch for in how a partner responds to hard conversations before marriage ABOUT THE GUEST: Emily Bouchard is a family dynamics coach, former marital and family therapist, and fractional chief learning officer to family offices, with more than two decades of experience working directly with ultra wealthy families. Her work focuses on family communication, trust, and inheritance, including helping blended families navigate prenups and sudden wealth events. She has given a TEDx talk on how to talk about inheritance without talking about money, addressing the fear many families have around discussing wealth openly. Emily is the co-author, with Charles Feltman (author of The Thin Book of Trust), of the upcoming The Little Book of Trust and Money: An Essential Primer for Families, which draws on the trust building principles she has used with families for the past 20 years. She has also written The Beginner's Guide to Purposeful Prenups, a resource to help couples work through their values before marriage. The Little Book of Trust and Money is currently available for presale. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (TEDx Talk) How to Talk About Inheritance Without Talking About Money - https://youtu.be/tgtReUS15l8 (Book) The Little Book of Trust and Money: An Essential Primer for Families by Emily Bouchard and Charles Feltman, in presale - https://trustmoneyfamilies.com/ (Book) The Thin Book of Trust by Charles Feltman - https://www.bkconnection.com/books/title/the-thin-book-of-trust-third-edition (Book) The Beginner's Guide to Purposeful Prenups by Emily Bouchard - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1947341154 CONNECT WITH EMILY BOUCHARD: Website: https://emilybouchard.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emily.bouchard.391/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily4families/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-bouchard-5a9a049 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emilybouchard1111 Substack: https://substack.com/@emily4families ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-obsessed-with-living-your-best-life/id1559480972 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Trust Talk with Emily Bouchard: Money, Marriage, and Inheritance

  2. Sep 15

    How to Regulate Your Nervous System After Trauma with Mika Altidor and Simone Gisondi

    What happens when childhood trauma doesn't stay in the past—but becomes something your body continues to carry? In this powerful episode of the Get Obsessed Podcast, host Mika Altidor sits down with Simone Gisondi, host of the Health Confidential Podcast, for an extraordinary conversation about childhood trauma, nervous system regulation, emotional healing, survival mode, self-worth, and the connection between trauma and physical health. Simone grew up in communist Romania in an environment marked by horrific physical and emotional abuse, scarcity, fear, and oppression. After her father escaped to Canada and eventually reunited the family, Simone faced an entirely new struggle: adapting to a new country while carrying the invisible effects of what she had survived. But survival has a cost. Years later, at just 35 years old, Simone suffered a major stroke. Her recovery became the beginning of a deeper exploration into trauma, stress, emotional health, the nervous system, and the ways our experiences can continue to affect us long after the danger has passed. Simone shares what she has learned about understanding and regulating the nervous system, recognizing survival responses, rebuilding self-worth, and creating healthier relationships with ourselves and others. In this episode, you'll hear about: • Growing up amid abuse and oppression in communist Romania • Simone's family's journey from Romania to Canada • How childhood trauma can affect us long into adulthood • Understanding the body's stress and survival responses • Nervous system regulation and emotional health • Simone's major stroke at age 35 and the journey that followed • The connection Simone discovered between her past experiences and her health • Relationships, identity, boundaries, and self-worth • Moving beyond survival and toward a more empowered life • Turning personal pain into purpose through Health Confidential CHAPTERS 00:00 — Introduction & Simone Gisondi 00:52 — Simone's Early Life and Childhood Trauma 03:42 — Growing Up in Communist Romania 12:58 — Immigrating to Canada 17:40 — Trauma, Stress and Physical Health 25:45 — Healing, Relationships and Self-Worth 27:56 — Final Thoughts CONNECT WITH SIMONE GISONDI Find Simone, Health Confidential, and her platforms here: https://linktr.ee/simone.gisondi If you've ever wondered why your body reacts even when your mind knows you're safe, why old experiences continue to influence present relationships, or what nervous system regulation actually means, this conversation is for you. GET OBSESSED with understanding yourself—not judging yourself. SEARCH TOPICS: nervous system regulation, childhood trauma recovery, trauma healing, survival mode, emotional regulation, nervous system dysregulation, stress response, trauma and physical health, self-worth after trauma, childhood abuse recovery, somatic healing, emotional health, healing from trauma, Simone Gisondi, Health Confidential Podcast, Get Obsessed Podcast, Mika Altidor, Julie Lokun #NervousSystemRegulation #TraumaHealing #ChildhoodTrauma #EmotionalHealing #SurvivalMode #TraumaRecovery #MentalWellness #SelfWorth #HealingJourney #GetObsessedPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    How to Regulate Your Nervous System After Trauma with Mika Altidor and Simone Gisondi

  3. Sep 8

    Beyond the Documentary: Dr. Christine Marie on Cults, Coercion, and Giving Voice To The Voiceless

    In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Julie Lokun continues her conversation with Dr. Christine Marie, going behind the scenes of Trust Me The False Prophet and the years she spent building trust inside the FLDS community. Dr. Christine explains how vulnerability and the need to belong can make people susceptible to religious cults, how destructive groups can control thoughts, relationships, information, behavior, and emotions, and how she began recognizing troubling behavior surrounding Sam Bateman. She also shares what happened after recording evidence of abuse, the challenges of working with law enforcement, and the eventual investigation that led to Sam Bateman’s arrest and 50-year sentence. The conversation also explores the impact on women and families, the importance of speaking up when someone is being harmed, and why survivors should have the freedom to tell their stories in their own time. In this episode, we discuss: How vulnerability and the need to belong can make people susceptible to cult control Cult control and its influence on thoughts, relationships, information, and behavior Early rumors about Sam Bateman and his relationships with underage girls A confession that revealed ritualistic sexual abuse within Sam’s group The investigation, law enforcement challenges, and the events that led to Sam’s arrest The lasting effects on women, children, and families connected to the community Why speaking up against harm matters and how survivors can reclaim their stories ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Christine Marie holds a PhD in Psychology specializing in media psychology, along with an MBA and a specialization in Positive Psychology. She is an author, speaker, researcher, educator, kindness advocate, and certified Trauma and Resiliency Life Coach. Her work focuses on coercive control, cult psychology, media trauma, public shaming, critical thinking, kindness, and resilience. In 2021, she received the Outstanding Dissertation Award from the American Psychological Association’s Division of Media Psychology and Technology. Christine is the founder of Voices for Dignity, a nonprofit supporting marginalized communities and survivors. She has spent the past decade doing humanitarian and dignity work in Short Creek and has extensive experience working with members of the FLDS community. In 2026, she was featured in the Netflix documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (Netflix documentary) Trust Me: The False Prophet - https://www.netflix.com/title/81758532 (Episode) Inside the Cult of Scientology with Anne Gollert Hill Part 1: https://www.getobsessedpodcast.com/podcast/episode/2d75b703/inside-the-cult-of-scientology-with-anne-gollert-hill-part-1 Part 2: https://www.getobsessedpodcast.com/podcast/episode/4aeb558d/inside-the-cult-of-scientology-with-anne-gollert-hill-part-2 CONNECT WITH DR. CHRISTINE MARIE: Website: https://christinemarie.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinemariePhD/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/christinemariek Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christinemarie ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com  Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com  The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Beyond the Documentary: Dr. Christine Marie on Cults, Coercion, and Giving Voice To The Voiceless

  4. Sep 1

    Dr. Christine Marie of Trust Me: The False Prophet, Talks Inside the FLDS, Polygamy, and Building Trust (Part 1)

    In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Julie Lokun sits down with Dr. Christine Marie to unpack the story behind Trust Me The False Prophet and her years living in Short Creek, an FLDS community. Christine explains why she moved to Short Creek in 2016, how her own experiences with polygamy shaped her initial perspective, and how getting to know FLDS families challenged some of the assumptions she had formed through sensational media coverage. The conversation explores how cultic influence works, why Christine believes it is important to look at coercion rather than stereotypes, and how she and her husband Tolga gradually built trust within the community. She also discusses the role of media in giving people the opportunity to tell their own stories, the impact of Warren Jeffs remaining influential while imprisoned, and how Sam Bateman used that loyalty to establish his own authority. In this episode, we discuss: Moving to Short Creek and challenging assumptions about the FLDS through firsthand experience Christine’s experience with polygamy and trauma and how it shaped her work with survivors Understanding cultic influence and coercive control through different forms of control Building trust within the FLDS community and connecting with people in Short Creek Using media to give people a voice and let FLDS members share their own stories Warren Jeffs and Sam Bateman’s influence and Bateman’s rise to authority Why people enter high control groups and how belonging and love bombing can lead to coercion ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Christine Marie holds a PhD in Psychology specializing in media psychology, along with an MBA and a specialization in Positive Psychology. She is an author, speaker, researcher, educator, kindness advocate, and certified Trauma and Resiliency Life Coach. Her work focuses on coercive control, cult psychology, media trauma, public shaming, critical thinking, kindness, and resilience. In 2021, she received the Outstanding Dissertation Award from the American Psychological Association’s Division of Media Psychology and Technology. Christine is the founder of Voices for Dignity, a nonprofit supporting marginalized communities and survivors. She has spent the past decade doing humanitarian and dignity work in Short Creek and has extensive experience working with members of the FLDS community. In 2026, she was featured in the Netflix documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (Netflix documentary) Trust Me: The False Prophet - https://www.netflix.com/title/81758532 CONNECT WITH DR. CHRISTINE MARIE: Website: https://christinemarie.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinemariePhD/ X (Twitter): https://x.com/christinemariek Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.christinemarie ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Dr. Christine Marie of Trust Me: The False Prophet, Talks Inside the FLDS, Polygamy, and Building Trust (Part 1)

  5. Aug 25

    Sister Wives' Janelle Brown on Leaving Polygamy, Healing, and Finding Love Again

    In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Janelle Brown joins Julie Lokun to discuss her life after Sister Wives, from her years in polygamy and plural marriage to her new boyfriend, life after divorce, and her decision to leave Kody. Janelle reflects on what everyday life looked like before the cameras, why the family chose to go public, and how living in a plural marriage taught her to examine jealousy, comparison, and her sense of self. She also shares how public scrutiny affected her, how her children experienced growing up on television, and how the loss of Garrison changed the way her family talks about mental health. The conversation also explores the changes in her marriage and family dynamic, and what ultimately allowed her to move forward. Janelle discusses coaching, self-discovery, building a farm in North Carolina, and finding peace and possibility in her new life. In this episode, we discuss: Life inside polygamy and plural marriage before Sister Wives Bringing Sister Wives into the public eye and challenging negative narratives Self-worth and managing jealousy while learning her own value Mental health, grief, and Garrison’s legacy within the family Why did Janelle leave Kody amid family and relationship changes Janelle’s life after Sister Wives and building a life of her own Life after divorce and embracing change through independence and growth ABOUT THE GUEST: Janelle Brown spent years in the public eye as one of the women featured on Sister Wives, while also working full-time and raising her children. She spent 25 years in plural marriage before eventually leaving the relationship and beginning a new chapter of her life. Janelle became a certified coach after experiencing coaching herself and discovering how much it helped her understand her own thoughts and choices. She now helps women recognize the thoughts influencing their lives and explore the possibilities available to them. Today, Janelle is building a new life in North Carolina, where she is developing a farm with her family. She is also focused on coaching, wellness, and embracing the possibilities of her next 30 years. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (TV Show) Sister Wives - https://www.tlc.com/shows/sister-wives (Reference) People on Janelle Brown’s New Boyfriend - https://people.com/sister-wives-janelle-brown-shocks-fans-new-boyfriend-12062407 (Reference) Taeda Farms - https://taedafarms.com/ (Reference) High Country Humane Animal Shelter in Flagstaff - https://highcountryhumane.org/ CONNECT WITH JANELLE BROWN: Website: https://www.secondchaptercoaching.com/free-resource-hub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/STRIVEwithJanelle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janellebrown117/ ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Sister Wives' Janelle Brown on Leaving Polygamy, Healing, and Finding Love Again

  6. Aug 18

    The Peaceful Warrior Approach to Life with Dan Millman

    In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Dan Millman joins Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor to explore the ideas behind The Way of the Peaceful Warrior and how they have shaped his approach to Personal development. A former world champion athlete, coach, martial arts instructor, and author, Dan shares the experiences that inspired his most famous work and the real story behind Socrates. From surviving a devastating motorcycle accident to building a 50-year marriage, Dan explains how adversity can become a source of strength, why Happiness is something we practice rather than wait for, and how small steps can create lasting change. He also explores purpose, comparison, meditation, stress, and the importance of trusting your own path rather than following someone else's. In this episode, we discuss: The truth behind Socrates and the story of Way of the Peaceful Warrior What it really means to live as a Peaceful Warrior through everyday challenges How adversity can become a source of strength, wisdom, and personal growth Finding your own path through experimentation, self-discovery, and personal growth Moving beyond comparison and learning to trust your own path and progress Understanding happiness as a practice rather than something we have to wait for Living with purpose by focusing on the small steps we can take today ABOUT THE GUEST: Dan Millman is a former world champion athlete, university coach, martial arts instructor, and college professor who has spent decades teaching principles of personal development and purposeful living. He is the author of 18 books, including Way of the Peaceful Warrior, which has inspired millions of readers and was adapted into the feature film Peaceful Warrior. After a 20-year period of studying with different mentors and teachers, Dan developed what he calls the Peaceful Warrior’s Way. His work focuses on practical approaches to personal growth, purpose, resilience, and living with greater awareness. His books have been published in 29 languages, and he continues to speak through keynotes, seminars, workshops, and other educational programs. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (Book) Way of the Peaceful Warrior - https://peacefulwarrior.com/way-of-the-peaceful-warrior/ (Book) Peaceful Heart, Warrior Spirit: The True Story of My Spiritual Quest - https://peacefulwarrior.com/peaceful-heart-warrior-spirit/ (Book) The Four Purposes of Life - https://peacefulwarrior.com/the-four-purposes-of-life/ (Book) The Life You Were Born to Live - https://peacefulwarrior.com/the-life-you-were-born-to-live/ (Film) Peaceful Warrior - https://www.amazon.com/Peaceful-Warrior-Widescreen-Scott-Mechlowicz/dp/B000QEIOSU CONNECT WITH DAN: Website: https://peacefulwarrior.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialpeacefulwarrior/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmillmanpw/ ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Peaceful Warrior Approach to Life with Dan Millman

  7. Aug 11

    How Childhood Trauma Shapes Addiction and Self-Love with Dr. Nicki Monti

    In this episode of the Get Obsessed podcast, Dr. Nicki Monti joins Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor to share how childhood trauma, addiction, and the search for self-love shaped both her life and her decades of helping others heal. An experienced therapist, author, and speaker, she draws on both professional expertise and personal experience to challenge the stories that keep people stuck. Drawing from more than four decades of sobriety, Dr. Nicki explores core wounds, emotional defenses, authenticity, and self-worth. She also reflects on caring for her late husband, working with public figures, and why healing begins by replacing old survival stories with the truth. In this episode, we discuss: What inspired Dr. Nicki to use her own life story instead of hiding behind professional credentials Why sobriety marked the beginning of emotional healing rather than the end of addiction How core wounds formed in childhood shape self-worth and lifelong beliefs Why emotional defenses can protect people while quietly preventing genuine connection The process of replacing old beliefs with personal responsibility and lasting emotional change Lessons from working with celebrities and why healing follows the same principles for everyone How projection shapes the way people judge themselves and others ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Nicki J. Monti is a licensed marriage, family, and child psychotherapist, author, speaker, and podcast host known for her no-nonsense approach to lasting change. Combining clinical expertise with lived experience, she helps people move beyond limiting stories through compassion, humor, and practical insight. She is the author of The Divine Traumedy of Nikki Joy: A True Grime Tale and the Stuck in the Story No More series, and shares her work through books, podcasts, media appearances, and educational programs. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (Book) The Divine Traumedy of Nikki Joy: A True Grime Tale – https://stucknomore.com/the-divine-traumedy-of-nicki-joy/ (Book) Stuck in the Story No More – https://stucknomore.com/books/ (Video) Dr. Nicki Monti TEDx Talk – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihollwRf9tU (Reference) Margaret Cho (referenced in the discussion about Dr. Nicki's first book) – https://margaretcho.com/ CONNECT WITH DR. NICKI: Website: https://stucknomore.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dr-Nicki-J-Monti/179364015418429 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/DrNicki Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user15974785 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnickimonti/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnickimonti/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drnickimonti ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    How Childhood Trauma Shapes Addiction and Self-Love with Dr. Nicki Monti

  8. Aug 4

    Drugs, Sex and Addiction : A True Story Of Recovery and Redemption with Matt Grace

    Matt Grace joins Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor to share the extraordinary story behind more than two decades of sobriety after years of severe drug addiction, alcohol addiction, sex addiction, and self-destructive behavior. He reflects on childhood behavioral issues, family history, enabling, privilege, and the early experiences that fueled his substance abuse. Matt explains how accountability, firm family boundaries, and service to others became the foundation of his addiction recovery after countless opportunities to avoid consequences. He also discusses why many families unintentionally prolong addiction, how his work shaped his views on addiction treatment, and why making amends is essential to lasting change. The conversation offers an honest recovery story filled with practical insight and hope for anyone striving to live your best life. In this episode, we discuss: The long road from addiction to lasting sobriety and hope for recovery The family history and early experiences that contributed to addiction Childhood behavior, therapy, and escalating problems before substance abuse took over How divorce, privilege, and enabling shaped years of destructive behavior Working with families affected by addiction and the importance of healthy boundaries The stories behind Matt’s most destructive decisions and the impact they had on his life Service, making amends, and the principles that sustain long-term recovery ABOUT THE GUEST: Matt Grace is an author, speaker, and transformational recovery expert with more than 20 years of sobriety. Holding a bachelor's degree in Addiction Studies with a concentration in Integrative Healing, he has spent over 10,000 hours mentoring individuals and families affected by addiction. He is the author of God Doesn't Relapse: Sex, Drugs, and the Life That Almost Killed Me and the founder of Saving Grace, where he has helped families navigate addiction, recovery, and generational trauma through practical guidance and accountability. MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE: (Book) God Doesn't Relapse: Sex, Drugs, and the Life That Almost Killed Me - https://www.amazon.com/God-Doesnt-Relapse-Almost-Killed/dp/1637635508 (Organization) Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) — https://www.aa.org/ (Organization) Narcotics Anonymous (NA) — https://na.org/ CONNECT WITH MATT GRACE: Website: https://mattgrace.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattsavinggrace/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MattSavingGrace/ Tiktok: http://tiktok.com/@mattsavinggrace ABOUT GET OBSESSED Website: www.getobsessedpodcast.com Be a Guest! http://www.getobsessedguest.com Reach Out To Us! hello@getobsessedmedia.com The Get Obsessed podcast is dedicated to exploring the passions, mindsets, and habits that drive high performers. We believe that what you obsess over defines your future. LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW AND SUBSCRIBE - Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life - Podcast - Apple Podcasts     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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What happens when two women who refuse to play small sit down with the people actually changing the world — and the ones brave enough to tell the stories most shows won't touch? You get The Get Obsessed Podcast — a show built for people who are hungry for more truth, more transformation, and more proof that the life they're imagining is actually possible. Hosted by Julie Lokun and Mika Altidor, this is the podcast for dreamers who are done dreaming and ready to move. Julie is a legal advocate, entrepreneur, and mother of four who has spent years studying what it truly takes to succeed. Mika is a fierce business owner and meditation facilitator obsessed with self-development who knows what it takes to turn a life around. Together they bring zero filters, radical honesty, and an unshakable belief that you were built for more than you've been told. We go places other podcasts won't. We have explored the inner world of Scientology — the beliefs, the pull, the controversy, and what it means for the people inside it. We sat with Janelle Brown from TLC's Sister Wives and went deep into what it really looks like to live outside the lines of what society calls normal, to question everything, and to find your own definition of family and freedom. Dr. Christine Marie, featured in the #1 Netflix documentary Trust Me: The False Prophet, joined us to unpack manipulation, control, and how even the smartest people can be led astray — and more importantly, how to find your way back. These are not comfortable conversations. They are necessary ones. And then there are the guests who show up to teach you how to build. Gary Vaynerchuk on turning obsession into empires. Evan Carmichael on finding your purpose and never letting go. David Meltzer on staying grateful and driven when the odds are stacked against you. Jim Kwik, author of Limitless, on unlocking what your mind is actually capable of. Dr. Laura Berman — Oprah's go-to love expert — on grief, healing, and choosing to keep living fully. Dr. Nadine Macaluso on trauma and reclaiming your story. Dr. Sherrie Campbell on breaking free from toxic relationships for good. Gina DeVee, the woman who inspired this show to exist, on building a life entirely on your own terms. Kim D. from The Real Housewives and Lt. Joe Kenda, the Homicide Hunter, on the stories that shape us. At the heart of every episode is one question: how do we actually live our best life — not the curated version, not the one we perform for others, but the real one? The one that lights us up, challenges us, and makes us feel fully alive. That is what we are building here, one conversation at a time. New episodes every week. Apply to be a guest at www.getobsessedguest.com. Explore everything at www.getobsessedpodcast.com and www.getobsessedpod.com. Reach us at hello@getobsessedmedia.com — we read every single message. Follow us on Instagram @getobsessedpodcast and Facebook — and tell us who you want to hear from next, or how YOU are living your best life. This community is built on your stories too. We are all in this together.

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