Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep215 – Expectations
Ep215 – Expectations
Ep215 – Expectations
Monday 30th October 2023
Sheri and Matt Salis discuss balancing expectations in relationships amid alcoholism recovery on the Untoxicated Podcast.
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the impact of alcohol and addiction on family life during Halloween and parenting experiences
- Exploring the concept of baseline expectations for a thriving relationship
- Discussing the dynamics of love languages and the need to respect individual differences
- Emphasising the significance of mutual protection, peacefulness, honesty, independence, and workload distribution in relationships
- Highlighting the non-negotiable aspects of respect and fair treatment in a partnership
We need to learn to respect the differences of the person that we're in a relationship with. We can't expect successful recovery to be when we're doing the things the same, but to meet baseline expectations and respect individual differences.
Ever wondered when you can finally say recovery is 'done'? In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, Sheri and Matt Salis dive deep into the tricky world of expectations in relationships, especially when alcoholism is part of the picture. They kick things off by tackling a listener's burning question, setting the stage for a frank discussion about what we should—and shouldn't—expect from our partners and ourselves during recovery. The duo doesn't shy away from the tough stuff.
They talk about how unmet expectations can often feel like failure, but really, it's all about perspective. From the essentials like mutual respect and honesty to the nitty-gritty of sharing household chores, they lay it all out. You'll hear about their own experiences, the bumps in the road, and how they've learned to navigate them together.
And just when you think it can't get more relatable, they bring in love languages—because understanding each other's needs isn't just a nice-to-have, it's crucial. So if you're grappling with your own or a loved one's recovery journey, this episode offers a refreshing take on setting realistic expectations while cherishing individual differences. Tune in for a conversation that's as real as it gets.