Matt & Sheri Salis

Untoxicated Podcast

Matt & Sheri Salis

  • Ep191 – Accountability, Envy, Fear, Anger & Blaming the Alcohol

Ep191 – Accountability, Envy, Fear, Anger & Blaming the Alcohol

Monday 15th May 2023

Join Sheri and Matt Salis as they explore the emotional complexities of alcoholism and recovery, focusing on accountability, envy, and blame.
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Untoxicated Podcast
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Untangling Recovery: Facing Accountability, Envy, and the Blame Game

Episode Overview

  • Sheri and Matt candidly discuss the impact of alcohol and addiction on relationships, offering valuable insights and reflections from their own journey to sobriety.
  • The episode delves into the complexities of recovery, addressing accountability, envy, fear, and anger, and emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility while not shouldering the blame.
  • The couple offers a raw, honest, and empathetic exploration of the challenges and triumphs in navigating alcoholism and rebuilding relationships.
  • Listeners gain valuable understanding and support, as well as insights into transformative growth on the path to recovery.
  • For those seeking methods and connection in early sobriety, Sheri and Matt also extend an invitation to join their support and recovery group at shoutsobriety.org.
I think one of the reasons that we so struggle with the concept of blame the alcohol or the addict as a third person or it's not your fault but it is your responsibility is because we, many of us, certainly the people that you and I encounter and work with, the high-functioning alcoholics, we are taught from an early age the importance of accountability and taking responsibility.
Ever wondered why blaming alcohol seems to be a common thread in recovery stories? Sheri and Matt Salis tackle this head-on in an eye-opening episode of the Untoxicated Podcast. They dive into the hurdles that keep people stuck in their journey to sobriety, focusing on accountability, envy, fear, and anger. By sharing their own experiences, they shed light on how these emotions can complicate the recovery process for both alcoholics and their loved ones.
The couple kicks off the episode by answering a listener's question, adding a personal touch that makes the discussion even more relatable. Through candid conversation, Sheri and Matt emphasize the importance of taking responsibility without being weighed down by blame. This episode is a raw, honest exploration of the emotional rollercoaster that comes with addiction and recovery, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating this challenging path.