Breaking Down Walls: Matt's Journey Through Therapy and Self-Awareness
Episode Overview
Matt shares his fresh therapy experiences and revelations. Exploration of unintentional actions that hurt others. Discussion on building self-awareness and its challenges. Insights into workplace dynamics and personal growth. The importance of vulnerability in emotional healing.
I realised some things about myself... I don't want people to feel hurt by me.
Ever wondered how therapy can shake up your self-awareness? In this episode of the Sober Friends podcast, Matt shares a raw and honest account of his journey through therapy and the unexpected revelations that come with it. Fresh from a therapy session, Matt opens up about the discomfort of facing his unintentional actions that hurt others, and the challenge of becoming more self-aware.
He recounts a poignant story about a colleague who felt disrespected by his interruptions during meetings, leading him to reflect deeply on his behaviour and its impact on others. Steve joins the conversation, offering his own experiences and insights on remorse and the ongoing struggle for self-improvement in sobriety. The episode also dives into the complexities of human connection, especially in a work environment, and how past experiences can build walls that are hard to break down.
With a mix of humour and heartfelt moments, Matt and Steve explore the importance of vulnerability and the often uncomfortable process of self-discovery. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with their own emotional barriers and looking for relatable stories of growth and healing. Tune in to find out how therapy can be both a mirror and a hammer, breaking down walls you didn't even know existed.