Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep187 – What is Fun?
Ep187 – What is Fun?
Ep187 – What is Fun?
Monday 17th April 2023
Join Sheri and Matt Salis as they explore how to find joy and redefine fun in sobriety on this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast.
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Sheri and Matt discuss the profound impact of alcohol on relationships and the importance of acknowledging its effects
- The couple reflects on societal attitudes towards spouses of alcoholics, highlighting the lack of acknowledgment and support
- They candidly explore the intertwining of identity and alcohol, shaping beliefs about fun and euphoria
- Sheri and Matt share their transformative journey towards finding joy and fulfillment in simple experiences, post-sobriety
- The episode offers invaluable insights into resilience, empathy, and the empowering nature of recovery
Finding fun in small things is impossible...It takes strong independent people to recover individually from alcoholism, both as the drinker and the loved one.
How do you find joy when your idea of fun used to revolve around alcohol? This episode of the 'Untoxicated Podcast' dives into this very question. Hosts Sheri and Matt Salis share their personal stories, filled with laughter and a few tears, as they explore how sobriety has reshaped their understanding of fun. Matt recalls how phrases like 'Work hard, play hard' defined his drinking days, making alcohol a key part of his identity.
But what happens when that crutch is taken away? How do you rediscover who you are and what makes you happy without the buzz of alcohol? Sheri and Matt kick off the episode by answering a listener's question, setting the stage for an honest discussion about the emotional and social hurdles they faced in early recovery. They talk about the societal pressures and the lack of support for spouses of alcoholics, offering a raw look at the complexities involved.
Through heartfelt dialogue, they reveal how they found joy in simple, meaningful activities like watching animal videos and spending quality time with family. Their conversation is a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights, providing a relatable and encouraging message for anyone navigating sobriety. If you're looking for a mix of humor, empathy, and practical advice on living a fulfilling life without alcohol, this episode is a must-listen.