Ep133 – Sheri’s Return to Open-Minded Listening
Ep133 – Sheri’s Return to Open-Minded Listening

Untoxicated Podcast

During his active addiction and early sobriety, Matt never had an idea that Sheri was interested in hearing about. Whether it was his arrogance, his gaslighting or his mistakes, new ideas just meant challenges and heartache for Sheri.

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43:10•4 Apr 2022

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Untoxicated Podcast

Matt & Sheri Salis

Sheri and Matt Salis just wanted a normal life – normal marriage, normal careers, a normal house and happy kids. Instead, they lived a life of lies and terror as they struggled with Matt’s alcoholism. While their experience sounds rare, with over 15 millions problem drinkers in America, their alcoholic marriage was all too normal. Matt has been writing about their experiences in alcoholism and recovery for years. On the Untoxicated Podcast, Sheri and Matt talk about it, too. No subjects are off limits as the couple discusses the trauma of active addiction, the pain of early recovery, the destruction and rebuilding of trust, and the impact on their intimate relationship. If you love an alcoholic, the disease will terrorize your relationship. We hope you’ll listen and find healing in our shared stories. For more support from Sheri and Matt, check out their Echoes of Recovery program providing connection and healing for the loved ones of alcoholics.

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Ep133 – Sheri’s Journey Back to Open-Minded Listening: Healing Together in Sobriety

“I think that I was just talking about how, if I did not contradict, but if I did play devil's advocate about something that with your plan or your thought, then you don't get defensive.”

Sheri and Matt Salis are no strangers to the rollercoaster of addiction and recovery. In this episode of the 'Untoxicated Podcast', they dive into the transformative power of open-minded communication in their relationship. During Matt's active addiction, Sheri often found herself dismissing his ideas, whether due to his arrogance, gaslighting, or the sheer chaos addiction brought into their lives.

Fast forward to today, and you'll find a couple who now navigates their life decisions as a true partnership, with mutual respect and understanding. They reflect on how early sobriety posed significant challenges but also paved the way for a deeper connection and trust. Their candid conversation covers everything from handling finances in recovery to the unexpected joy they've found in playing euchre together.

Sheri's renewed openness to listening has been a cornerstone of their healing journey, proving that laughter and genuine connection can be powerful tools in rebuilding a relationship. If you're looking for a heartfelt discussion that blends personal anecdotes with practical insights, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear how Sheri and Matt have turned their struggles into a story of hope and partnership.

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