Ep78 – ComYoukneekashon Mistakes
Ep78 – ComYoukneekashon Mistakes

Untoxicated Podcast

Sheri and Matt agree that the single greatest barrier to loving recovery that most couples face when trying to yank their alcoholic marriages out of the ditch is communication. On this episode, they discuss the seven mistakes they consistently made whe...

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1:09:37•15 Mar 2021

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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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7 Communication Pitfalls in Recovery: Sheri and Matt Salis Share Their Journey

“If we will universally agree that anger isn't a thing, anger is hiding something.”

Ever wondered why communication can be so tricky, especially in relationships affected by alcoholism? In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, Sheri and Matt Salis get candid about the seven communication blunders they repeatedly made while navigating Matt's recovery. They dive into how these missteps created barriers to a loving recovery and share the one mistake that still trips them up even after four years of sobriety.

You'll hear about their journey, filled with both laughter and moments of uncertainty, as they reveal the most effective tool they've adopted to enhance their communication. If you're dealing with similar challenges, whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical advice and heartfelt stories that might just resonate with you. Tune in for a blend of personal anecdotes and actionable tips to help improve communication and strengthen your relationship.

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