Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien

The Weekend Sober

Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien

  • 96. Extreme Athlete Matt Scoletti's Breakthrough

96. Extreme Athlete Matt Scoletti's Breakthrough

Sunday 28th January 2024

Join Kim Kearns and Kezia Calvert as they chat with Matt Scoletti about his inspiring journey from alcoholism to extreme athleticism and Navy SEAL training.
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38 minutes
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Kim Kearns, Kezia Calvert and Catherine O’Brien
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Matt Scoletti: From Rock Bottom to Navy SEAL Training and Beyond

Episode Overview

  • Matt shares his journey from high school success to battling alcoholism
  • The pivotal moment of supreme accountability and the decision to change
  • The transformative power of mentorship and healthier living
  • Training with the Navy SEALs and the exercise symbolizing letting go
  • An emotional rollercoaster offering hope and renewed perspective on sobriety
I have the power to make changes whenever I used to blame everybody else... I have the power to make changes whenever I used to blame everybody else. I was unbelievably good at placing blame on my friends, my family, God - to avoid placing blame on the one person that I should have, which was myself.
What does it take to transform your life from the depths of alcoholism to the heights of extreme athleticism? Matt Scoletti's story is a testament to the power of change and resilience. In this episode of 'The Weekend Sober', hosts Kim Kearns and Kezia Calvert sit down with Matt, an extreme athlete and health coach, to unravel his incredible journey.
From running 21 marathons in 21 days to enduring the grueling Navy SEALs training camp, Matt's path to sobriety is nothing short of extraordinary. He opens up about his struggles with addiction, starting from his high school years, hitting rock bottom, and the pivotal moment that made him realize he needed to change. Matt talks about the importance of accountability and mentorship in his recovery, and how he found joy and purpose beyond alcohol.
The conversation also dives into societal pressures around drinking and the hidden battles many face. Matt's story takes a dramatic turn as he shares his experience with the Navy SEALs, where he participated in a powerful exercise symbolizing the release of past burdens. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with hope, inspiration, and a renewed perspective on living a fulfilling life without alcohol.
Whether you're sober curious or well into your sobriety journey, Matt's story offers valuable insights and motivation.