Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep296 – Sexual Desire Discrepancy is a Cause and Result of Alcoholism
Ep296 – Sexual Desire Discrepancy is a Cause and Result of Alcoholism
Ep296 – Sexual Desire Discrepancy is a Cause and Result of Alcoholism
Monday 19th May 2025
Sheri & Matt Salis tackle sexual desire discrepancies in alcoholic relationships with humour & data-driven insights. Discover empathy & communication tips.
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71 minutes
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Sexual desire discrepancy can be both a cause and result of alcoholism.
- Empathy, understanding, and communication are key to overcoming intimacy challenges.
- Emotional safety is crucial for relationship recovery.
- Healing from addiction requires patience and mutual effort.
- Sheri's realist view balances Matt's optimistic approach.
Alcoholism both exacerbates and results from sexual desire discrepancy.
Sheri and Matt Salis take you on a journey through the complex and often challenging world of relationships affected by alcoholism in this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast. With humour and honesty, they explore the intriguing topic of sexual desire discrepancy, a common issue in relationships where one partner struggles with alcohol addiction. Drawing from a year-long study involving 13 couples, Sheri and Matt reveal how this discrepancy can both contribute to and result from alcoholism.
Matt, ever the optimist, shares a mountain of data, much to Sheri's amusement, who tempers his enthusiasm with audible eye rolls. The study highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, communication, and emotional safety as key solutions to this issue. You'll find Sheri and Matt's dynamic engaging as they weave through their personal experiences and broader findings. Sheri's realist perspective balances Matt's optimistic outlook, making their discussions relatable and authentic.
Their candid conversations offer valuable insights into how couples can navigate the complexities of intimacy in recovery. They don't shy away from the tough topics, providing a safe space for those who love or have loved an alcoholic. Whether you're seeking support or simply curious about the impact of alcoholism on relationships, this episode offers a mix of humour, data, and heartfelt advice. As Sheri and Matt remind us, healing is a journey that requires patience and mutual understanding.
So why not dive in and see what resonates with you?