Matty & Michael: From Darkness to Light in Recovery
This empty chair represents the addict who died Today not knowing recovery was possible. I want to really express that we do recover and you guys are too living proof as to what addiction, where it's taken you and where you've come.
Ever felt like you're drowning with no way out? Matty and Michael have been there. In this episode of 'The Empty Chair', they open up about their personal battles with addiction and the long road to recovery. Matty's story begins with a childhood shadowed by his mother's struggle with substance use and mental illness. After losing her, he found himself spiraling down the same path. But in the depths of despair, he discovered that helping others was his lifeline.
Today, Matty honors his mother's memory by guiding others towards sobriety. Michael, on the other hand, found solace in recovery after years of feeling lost. With a decade of advocacy work and experience in mental health care, he's a proud father who channels his passion for boxing and basketball into his recovery journey. His approach to helping others is rooted in compassion, understanding, and unconditional love.
Together, Matty and Michael highlight the importance of support systems, spirituality, and the power of sharing their stories. Their candid conversation touches on the tough realities of relapse and the lessons learned from it. If you've ever felt hopeless or alone in your struggle with addiction, this episode offers a beacon of hope. Matty and Michael's stories remind us that recovery is not just possible; it's a journey worth taking.