Finding Harmony in Recovery: Embrace Your Tribe
Episode Overview
Embrace your unique journey and passions. Seek out supportive communities or tribes. Music can unite people across cultural divides. Overcoming societal pressures can lead to personal growth. Finding your tribe helps in battling addiction.
Whatever tune you are playing, even if it differs from the cacophony around you, I have one piece of advice. Bone on, my friends.
In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, Matt and Sheri Salis share their experiences of living with alcoholism and the journey to recovery. Through humour and heartfelt anecdotes, Matt reflects on his middle school days, drawing parallels between his past struggles and the challenges faced during recovery. He recounts his time as the 'Lone Bone' in the school band, illustrating how societal pressures often lead us to abandon our passions.
The episode takes listeners through a musical weekend in Denver, where Matt finds inspiration in a brass band concert that unites musicians of all ages and skill levels. This gathering exemplifies the importance of finding one's tribe, where acceptance and shared passion can help overcome life's obstacles. The Salis duo encourages listeners to embrace their unique journeys and seek out communities that offer support and understanding.
Whether you're battling addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode provides a refreshing perspective on the power of unity and resilience. With a mix of personal stories and broader reflections, it’s an engaging listen that might just have you pondering your own path to recovery.