Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep302 – Breathing Room Roundtable
Ep302 – Breathing Room Roundtable
Ep302 – Breathing Room Roundtable
Monday 30th June 2025
Explore therapeutic temporary separation as a tool for relationship recovery in Ep302 of the Untoxicated Podcast. Insights on addiction and family dynamics.
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Episode Overview
- Therapeutic separation can aid in relationship recovery.
- Addiction impacts relationships in multifaceted ways.
- Stable parenting is crucial in challenging environments.
- Recovery involves setting and maintaining personal boundaries.
- Open-mindedness is key to navigating relationship challenges.
Therapeutic separation can provide the breathing room needed to see with clarity and move forward.
In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, hosts Sheri and Matt Salis delve into the complex topic of therapeutic temporary separation—a deliberate break in a relationship with the intent to reunite. This nuanced approach can provide partners with the necessary space to reflect on their relationship dynamics and individual needs. The discussion highlights how, for some, such a separation has been instrumental in repairing and strengthening their bond, while for others, it has clarified the need for permanent separation.
The conversation also touches on the profound impact of addiction on relationships. Sheri and Matt share their personal experiences and insights on how recovery from addiction can lead to transformative changes in familial and marital dynamics. They emphasize the importance of stable parenting in toxic environments, noting that children benefit more from having at least one stable parent who makes healthy decisions and models self-respect than from remaining in a dysfunctional relationship.
Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to consider the importance of setting personal boundaries in recovery. Sheri and Matt discuss the challenges of navigating sobriety, including dealing with transfer addictions and maintaining emotional well-being amidst relationship stressors. They share how understanding and regulating one's nervous system can be vital in recovery, allowing individuals to build resilience and maintain clarity.
This episode is a heartfelt call to open-mindedness and compassion, urging listeners to remain thoughtful, smart, and caring as they navigate the complexities of relationships affected by addiction. Sheri and Matt's discussion serves as a reminder that therapeutic temporary separation can be a valuable tool in fostering emotional healing and relationship recovery. Listeners are also invited to support the podcast's associated nonprofit organization, Stigma, and explore resources like Echoes of Recovery and Shout Sobriety for those impacted by alcoholism.
Sheri and Matt express gratitude for their community's support and encourage ongoing engagement with their platforms.