A2D -from Addict to Disciple
A2D -from Addict to Disciple
# 324 Matthew Toth on Self Forgiveness
# 324 Matthew Toth on Self Forgiveness
# 324 Matthew Toth on Self Forgiveness
Monday 15th December 2025
Explore Matthew Toth's seven essential tips for self-forgiveness and overcoming guilt in addiction recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Self-forgiveness begins with honesty, not excuses.
- Separate who you are from what you did.
- Make amends where possible and release what you can't control.
- Create a lesson statement to learn from past experiences.
- Forgiveness is a series of micro-choices, not a one-time event.
"Forgiveness is not saying it was okay; it's saying you won't drag it forward."
How do individuals turn their lives around after addiction? In this eye-opening episode, David Hain sits down with Matthew Toth to tackle the challenging yet vital topic of self-forgiveness in recovery. Matthew shares his personal journey and outlines seven essential tips that have helped him let go of guilt and shame. He stresses the importance of honesty, separating actions from identity, and making amends where possible.
Matt's wisdom shines through as he encourages listeners to treat themselves with the same kindness they would offer a loved one. Matthew dives into the concept of creating a 'lesson statement'—a simple sentence that encapsulates what one has learned from past mistakes. This approach transforms negative experiences into life lessons, fostering growth rather than self-judgment. He also discusses the power of micro-choices in the process of releasing painful memories, emphasising that forgiveness is a gradual journey, not a single event.
David and Matthew explore how self-forgiveness doesn't mean condoning past behaviours but choosing not to be shackled by them. Their discussion is filled with practical advice and heartfelt anecdotes, offering hope and direction for anyone struggling with self-judgment in recovery. So, if you're wrestling with your own past, this episode might just offer the perspective shift you need. Are you ready to take that first step towards self-forgiveness?