Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
157 My Life Link with Matt Seefeld
157 My Life Link with Matt Seefeld
157 My Life Link with Matt Seefeld
Monday 6th December 2021
Matt Seefeld shares his journey from addiction to creating the myLifeLink app, emphasizing community support and service work in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Matt Seefeld: From Addiction to Innovation with myLifeLink
I see major flaws in the way that we treat addiction here in the US and, frankly, abroad too. But I have enough friends in Europe and other countries that we all have the same.
How do you turn a life of struggle into one of purpose? Matt Seefeld, a seasoned healthcare consultant and software developer, has an answer. After battling addiction for 15 years, Matt didn't just find sobriety; he created a lifeline for others facing similar battles. In this episode of 'You're Sober! Now What?', hosts Tamar Medford and Lane Kennedy chat with Matt about his remarkable journey and the creation of the myLifeLink app. Matt’s story is one of grit and transformation.
Living in San Diego with his wife and two sons, he stays active by surfing, swimming, and coaching youth sports. But it wasn’t always this way. His struggles with anxiety, multiple surgeries, and addiction could have easily derailed his life. Instead, Matt channeled his experiences into developing myLifeLink, an app designed to connect recovering addicts with each other for support and guidance. Throughout the episode, Matt opens up about the importance of community in recovery.
He emphasizes how crucial it is to have a support network that understands your struggles. Gratitude and spirituality also play significant roles in his life, helping him navigate the ups and downs of sobriety with greater ease. The conversation doesn't shy away from the hard truths about addiction treatment. Matt highlights major flaws in the current system and advocates for more affordable and accessible services.
He believes that recovery isn’t just about abstinence; it’s about building a supportive community and engaging in service work to help others on their journey. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into the power of connection and the impact of service work. Matt’s journey from addiction to innovation serves as an inspiring example of how personal struggles can lead to broader societal change.