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Embracing the Suck of Quitting Opioids - Featuring Matt Finch (Ep. 102)
Embracing the Suck of Quitting Opioids - Featuring Matt Finch (Ep. 102)
Embracing the Suck of Quitting Opioids - Featuring Matt Finch (Ep. 102)
Tuesday 23rd June 2020
Matt Finch shares a mental model for enduring opioid withdrawal by embracing discomfort and focusing on a fulfilling life post-addiction.
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Get the buttons here!Surviving Opioid Withdrawal: Matt Finch's Guide to 'Embracing the Suck'
Your ability to embrace the suck will likely be the key factor when it comes to quitting opioids, and having a high suck tolerance will enable you to get through the sucky process of acute detox and post-acute withdrawal, and if your suck tolerance is too low, this will likely disable you from getting through the process.
Imagine waking up and deciding today is the day you quit opioids. Sounds simple, right? Not quite. In this gripping episode of Elevation Recovery, Matt Finch tackles the harsh reality of opioid withdrawal and why it's crucial to develop what he calls a 'high suck tolerance'. Drawing from his own experiences and extensive knowledge, Matt sheds light on the often grueling process of quitting opioids, even with the perfect detox plan in place.
Matt doesn't sugarcoat it—quitting opioids is tough, often feeling like a living nightmare. But he introduces a powerful mental model to help you navigate this difficult journey. The concept of 'suck tolerance' is about embracing the discomfort and pain that come with withdrawal, rather than running away from it. It's about understanding that the process will be hard, but having a compelling vision for your life post-addiction can make all the difference.
He discusses how essential it is to have a comprehensive detox plan, comfort medications to ease withdrawal symptoms, and non-physical resources to take time off from responsibilities. These tools, combined with a strong vision of a fulfilling life without opioids, can help you endure the 'suck' and come out stronger on the other side. Matt's insights are not just theoretical; they are practical and actionable.
He challenges listeners to ask themselves empowering questions like, 'Who needs me to be at my best right now?' and 'Why am I afraid of short-term pain if it means long-term freedom?' These questions can help you stay focused and motivated during the toughest times. So, if you're ready to face the challenge head-on and embrace the suck, this episode is a must-listen.
Matt Finch provides not just hope but a realistic pathway to overcoming opioid addiction and leading a fulfilling life in recovery.