Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 63. The diary of a high functioning wine connoisseur, with Matt Jerr [VIDEO]
Ep 63. The diary of a high functioning wine connoisseur, with Matt Jerr [VIDEO]
Ep 63. The diary of a high functioning wine connoisseur, with Matt Jerr [VIDEO]
Sunday 10th September 2023
Matt Jerr opens up about his journey from a high-functioning drinker to nine years sober on 'Behind The Smile' with Ash Butterss.
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Get the buttons here!From Wine Connoisseur to Sobriety: Matt Jerr's Story of Recovery
Episode Overview
- Matt's struggle with high-functioning alcoholism and the turning point to sobriety
- The impact of addiction on mental health and the transformative power of seeking recovery
- Insights on the profound effect of 12-Step support on the journey to sobriety
- Matt's joy in helping others and breaking the stigma surrounding addiction
You can't disrespect me, don't mock my recovery or don't get in the way of it, and I would say try and lift somebody up. Do something selfless to help somebody who's less fortunate.
Picture this: a wine connoisseur who can expertly discuss vintages and pairings, yet hides a deep struggle with alcohol. In this episode of 'Behind The Smile', host Ash Butterss sits down with Matt Jerr, the mind behind the Sober Friend’s podcast. Matt shares his journey from being a high-functioning drinker to embracing sobriety. Growing up around heavy drinking, Matt initially couldn't see his own problem because he wasn't drinking daily.
He masked his habit under the guise of being a wine enthusiast until his mental health began to crumble. That's when he knew he had to face the truth. Now, with over nine years of sobriety under his belt, Matt is dedicated to helping others on their recovery journeys. This episode dives into topics like questioning ingrained beliefs, the fine line between wine lover and alcoholic, and the dangers of mixing alcohol with antidepressants.
Matt's story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about finding joy in supporting others through their struggles. If you're curious about the complexities of high-functioning alcoholism or looking for inspiration on the road to recovery, this episode offers both insight and hope.