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Breakfast with an Alcoholic: Episode 4
Breakfast with an Alcoholic: Episode 4
Breakfast with an Alcoholic: Episode 4
Thursday 31st March 2022
Actor Matthew discusses overcoming addiction through acting and the importance of changing one's inner narrative in 'Breakfast with an Alcoholic'.
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Get the buttons here!From Darkness to Spotlight: Matthew's Path to Sobriety
I went from a really grounded kid that was on a path, even though I had such a fucked up childhood, to this depression, this breakup, the ideation of suicide. I would say I became a connoisseur of daily weed smoking.
Imagine growing up surrounded by addiction and feeling like it's your destiny. That's the backdrop of Matthew's life. In this episode of 'Breakfast with an Alcoholic', Matthew, a witty and charming actor, sits down to share his deeply personal story. His early years were marked by the chaos of substance abuse, leading him down a dark path filled with depression, breakups, and even thoughts of suicide. But his tale doesn't end there.
Finding his passion for acting became the lifeline he desperately needed. Matthew opens up about how the structure and support of AA and a stint in sleepaway rehab were crucial in his recovery. He also emphasizes the transformative power of changing the narrative in your head. With a love for music by legends like Bob Marley and the Grateful Dead, Matthew's story is a blend of struggle, resilience, and hope.
Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers a raw, honest look at the journey to sobriety.