Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
rebecca@ccar.us (Phil Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Matthew Valentine)
Matthew Valentine
Matthew Valentine
Matthew Valentine
Tuesday 1st February 2022
Matthew Valentine shares his early recovery journey on 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', focusing on family support and spirituality. Listen now.
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Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Matthew Valentine's Path to Recovery: Family, Faith, and Finding Leadership
I knew, if I said that I was never going to drink again on September 10th for the rest of my life, I probably would have returned to use, but my goal was to make it, to The End Of The Semester, something that was shorter term, something that I could attain and something that I could celebrate and then I would reevaluate from there.
What happens when recovery becomes a family affair? In this heartfelt episode of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', hosts Phil and Sandy Valentine welcome a very special guest—their son, Matthew Valentine. As a student at North Park University in Chicago, Matthew is relatively new to the world of recovery, having been sober for just over three months. Yet, his story is already rich with insights and experiences that can resonate with anyone touched by addiction.
Matthew opens up about his struggles with substance use and the pivotal role that support and spirituality have played in his journey. He candidly discusses how his faith has helped him replace destructive behaviors with positive ones, providing a foundation for his ongoing recovery. But it's not just his faith that has been instrumental; Matthew also highlights the unwavering support from his parents as a cornerstone of his progress.
Parenting through addiction is no small feat, and this episode sheds light on the complexities and emotional challenges that come with it. Beyond his personal battles, Matthew shares how he has begun to find his voice and step into leadership roles within his community. His reflections on leadership and recovery offer valuable lessons on resilience and the transformative power of support networks.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for a while, Matthew's story serves as a poignant reminder that recovery is not a solitary journey but one that thrives on community and faith. Tune in to hear Matthew's inspiring tale of overcoming adversity, finding strength in spirituality, and emerging as a leader in his own right.