Have you ever felt like life was preparing you for challenges you weren’t ready for?

Nikki Spoelstra (@nikkisappspo) host of “Becoming: HER” joins Sarah Akiba on That’s So Akiba for a powerful conversation about personal growth, healing through service, and the transformative power of podcasting. Nikki opens up about overcoming struggles, navigating sobriety, and embracing authenticity in both life and motherhood. They dive deep into faith, recovery, and the importance of building a strong community for support.

From shedding old identities to stepping fully into your purpose, this episode is a raw, honest look at what it means to become her—the version of yourself you were always meant to be.

Check out Nikki's podcast "BECOMING: HER"

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wearebecoming_her

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XHDMGZDNN3I1ddmElieQg

Follow Nikki on social media @nikkisappspo: https://www.instagram.com/nikkisappspo/?hl=en

Key Takeaways:

✔ Authenticity attracts the right people into your life.

✔ Healing comes from helping others—it’s a cycle of support.

✔ Sobriety isn’t just about quitting; it’s about self-discovery.

✔ There are no shortcuts to healing—only the path through.

✔ Real friendships are built on accountability and support.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro & Inspiration

03:13 The Journey of Podcasting

05:59 Healing Through Service

08:53 Becoming Her: A Personal Transformation

11:51 The Power of Authenticity

20:57 Finding Purpose Through Struggles

29:27 The Power of Connection & Faith

32:40 Navigating Sobriety & Social Situations

41:44 The Value of Real Friendships

46:00 Becoming the Hero of Your Own Story

Follow Sarah:

Instagram: @soakiba https://www.instagram.com/soakiba

Podcast: Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3uPL2CvjHFO6nbk0Pe3FeA

Book The Spaces: https://bookthespaces.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thatsoakibaProduced by Haynow Media: https://haynowmedia.com/

Produced by Haynow Media: https://haynowmedia.com/