Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Sober and Unashamed: An Open Letter to My Children
Sober and Unashamed: An Open Letter to My Children
Sober and Unashamed: An Open Letter to My Children
Thursday 19th June 2025
Matt Salis shares a heartfelt letter to his kids, discussing addiction, recovery, and societal norms around alcohol.
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15 minutes
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Informative
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Compassionate
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Openly discussing addiction can be uncomfortable but necessary.
- Pleasure should be earned through effort rather than shortcuts.
- Even moderate alcohol consumption can affect self-confidence.
- Parents can use personal experiences to educate their children.
- Societal messaging about alcohol may limit personal growth.
"Pleasure is never free. We can earn it or we can regret it."
In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, Matt and Sheri Salis tackle a deeply personal subject by sharing an open letter addressed to their children. The letter reflects on Matt's journey through alcoholism and the impact it has had on his family. As a cycle breaker, Matt discusses the importance of confronting addiction openly with his kids, despite the discomfort it might cause.
He shares anecdotes of family movie nights watching films that address addiction, which led to awkward yet vital conversations. The letter is not just about acknowledging past mistakes but also about challenging societal norms around alcohol consumption. Matt argues that any consumption of alcohol or neurotoxins can hinder self-confidence and contentment. He uses the analogy of exercise – how pain leads to pleasure – to illustrate that pleasure should be earned rather than chemically induced.
The letter encourages his children to be mindful of the balance between pleasure and pain, advocating for natural sources of joy. Sheri and Matt’s candid discussions offer a unique perspective on recovery and the importance of honest conversations within families. Their openness serves as a guide for other parents who wish to break cycles but struggle with finding the right words. The episode resonates with anyone facing similar challenges, offering both humour and heartfelt advice.
If you’re looking for an episode that combines personal reflection with practical advice, this one’s worth your time. It challenges conventional thinking and offers a fresh perspective on the role of alcohol in our lives. Why not listen and see if it sparks a conversation in your own home?