Carl Fessenden, CADC-I
Matt Ganem
EP:025 Matt Ganem the poet and CEO of Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center
EP:025 Matt Ganem the poet and CEO of Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center
EP:025 Matt Ganem the poet and CEO of Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center
Tuesday 15th February 2022
Hear Matt Ganem's journey from addiction to recovery through writing, and his role as CEO of Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center.
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61 minutes
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Carl Fessenden, CADC-I
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Matt Ganem: Writing His Way to Sobriety and Success
When it comes to something, when they lock onto that passion, man, there's nothing that can get in your way except for yourself.
Matt Ganem's story is one of resilience, creativity, and leadership. In this episode of The Drunken Worm Podcast, Matt opens up about his tumultuous journey from addiction to becoming the CEO of Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center. Battling addiction wasn't just a physical fight for Matt; it was an emotional and mental war, one that he began to win through the power of writing and poetry.
He describes how putting pen to paper allowed him to channel his inner turmoil into something constructive, ultimately helping him find peace and clarity. Matt's passion for poetry didn't just stop at personal healing. He took his words to the stages of New York City's poetry spots, where he rediscovered his love for the art form. This creative outlet became a cornerstone of his recovery process, giving him a voice and a purpose. But Matt's journey didn't end there.
He turned his experiences and insights into action by leading Aftermath Treatment Recovery Center, where he emphasizes the importance of peer and client relationships in the recovery process. Running a treatment center isn't without its challenges. Matt candidly shares the hurdles he's faced, including the heartbreaking loss of a business partner and friend. Yet, these obstacles haven't dimmed his commitment to helping others thrive in their recovery journeys.
He underscores the value of material milestones in recovery, like acquiring his first car, as symbols of progress and hope. This episode also highlights Matt's collaboration with Carl on the Recovery Revolution Livestream, where they engage with the community every Thursday night. Matt's story is a testament to the transformative power of writing, the strength found in community support, and the relentless pursuit of a better life.
Tune in to hear an inspiring tale of overcoming adversity and leading with compassion.