Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep105 – Disconnected: The Needs of a Couple in Recovery
Ep105 – Disconnected: The Needs of a Couple in Recovery
Ep105 – Disconnected: The Needs of a Couple in Recovery
Monday 20th September 2021
Untoxicated Podcast explores how detachment and independence aid couples in recovery. Hear Matt and Sheri Salis share their journey.
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Healing Together Apart: Couples in Recovery on Untoxicated Podcast
That's one of the reasons we describe alcoholism as a diabolical disease. But there is a way to navigate sobriety as individuals, and make the relationship thrive in the end.
Imagine needing support during your toughest times, only to find your partner distant and focused on their own healing. This is the reality Matt and Sheri Salis explore in this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast. Early sobriety was a turbulent period for Matt, who craved Sheri's sympathy and support. However, Sheri chose to detach and concentrate on her own recovery and independence. Surprisingly, this detachment might have been the key to saving their marriage.
The needs of an alcoholic and their loved one during recovery can seem at odds, making alcoholism a truly tricky disease to manage. But there is hope. Matt and Sheri discuss how couples can navigate sobriety individually while still fostering a healthy relationship. Sheri's detachment, initially perceived as disconnection, allowed her to heal and focus on self-care. This, in turn, gave Matt the space he needed to work on his own recovery.
Their candid conversation sheds light on how understanding addiction and prioritizing individual healing can help couples thrive together in the long run. If you're navigating the rocky path of recovery with a loved one, this episode offers valuable insights and hope for a brighter future.