Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep294 – The Two Requirements for Successful Recovery
Ep294 – The Two Requirements for Successful Recovery
Ep294 – The Two Requirements for Successful Recovery
Monday 5th May 2025
Explore recovery's two key components with Sheri and Matt Salis: commitment and a plan. Insightful stories and practical advice await.
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Successful recovery needs both commitment and a solid plan.
- Partners play a limited role in the drinker's recovery process.
- Detachment is vital for the partner's self-preservation.
- Initial motivations for sobriety must become internally driven.
- Recovery requires ongoing work and personal growth.
"It's not just standing in the bathroom mirror with regret; it's about having a plan and being ready to execute it."
Sheri and Matt Salis bring their personal journey of recovery to life in this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast. They explore the two crucial ingredients needed for successful recovery from alcoholism: commitment and a plan. With humour and raw honesty, Matt shares his 'bathroom mirror' story, a moment of clarity that many drinkers will recognise – standing in front of the mirror after a night of regret, declaring sobriety with determination, yet lacking a concrete plan.
Sheri offers her perspective as the partner who witnessed Matt's struggle, revealing her scepticism each time he promised change. The episode is a candid discussion on how sobriety is not just a decision but a long-term commitment that requires hard work and a supportive environment. The couple emphasises the limited role a partner can play in the recovery process, highlighting the importance of detachment for self-preservation.
Sheri explains how her detachment was not intended to make Matt sober but to protect herself and their children. Matt acknowledges that this detachment added to his 'pain concoction', which ultimately contributed to his decision to pursue recovery. Listeners will find valuable insights into why it's crucial for both the drinker and their partner to act for themselves rather than aiming for an outcome.
Sheri and Matt discuss how initial motivations for sobriety might start externally but must transition to an internal desire for health and freedom to ensure long-term success. If you're seeking an honest conversation about recovery, filled with anecdotes and practical advice, this episode offers a blend of humour, empathy, and actionable insights. Are you ready to explore the dynamics of recovery and the role of personal responsibility in healing?