James Swanwick
James Swanwick
The Toxic Positivity Trap: How Stosh Found True Clarity and Self-Trust With Coach Matt & Client Stosh
The Toxic Positivity Trap: How Stosh Found True Clarity and Self-Trust With Coach Matt & Client Stosh
The Toxic Positivity Trap: How Stosh Found True Clarity and Self-Trust With Coach Matt & Client Stosh
Friday 16th January 2026
Stosh shares his inspiring 100-day alcohol-free journey with Coach Matt, revealing the power of self-trust and authentic connections.
34 minutes
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James Swanwick
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Toxic positivity can mask underlying issues.
- Self-trust is key to personal growth.
- Community support aids recovery.
- Quitting alcohol improves mental clarity.
- Facing discomfort leads to transformation.
"The most selfless thing you can do is take care of yourself."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode, Coach Matt sits down with Stosh, a client who has embraced an alcohol-free lifestyle after a 100-day journey of self-discovery. Stosh candidly shares his past struggles with toxic positivity, using it as a shield to avoid life's uncomfortable truths. But rather than living in denial, he found strength in facing these challenges head-on, learning to trust himself and connect with others on a genuine level.
The conversation highlights the importance of community and how heartfelt connections can be pivotal in one's recovery journey. Stosh reflects on the significant changes he's experienced, from improved health to a clearer mindset, all thanks to ditching alcohol. He emphasises the power of self-trust and authenticity, encouraging listeners to embrace discomfort as a path to growth. Stosh's story is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about transforming one's life by filtering out the noise and focusing on what truly matters.
His journey underscores that the most selfless act is taking care of oneself, which in turn positively impacts those around you. So, are you ready to keep it real and embrace a life of clarity?