Matt & Sheri Salis
Matt & Sheri Salis
Ep230 – Expectations
Ep230 – Expectations
Ep230 – Expectations
Monday 12th February 2024
Sheri and Matt Salis discuss the tricky landscape of expectations in recovery, offering personal stories and practical advice.
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Matt & Sheri Salis
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Setting realistic expectations is crucial for recovery.
- Finding support outside your marriage can be beneficial.
- Creating a safe environment involves mutual respect.
- Managing anger and resentment is a key part of early sobriety.
- An anonymous survey on intimacy issues is coming soon.
You can't expect your marriage, alcoholism or not, to fill all your buckets.
Expectations can be tricky, especially in the context of recovery. In this episode of the Untoxicated Podcast, Sheri and Matt Salis dive into the often-misunderstood world of expectations in recovery. They start by answering a listener's question and then unravel their own journey, sharing how their expectations have evolved over time. The couple discusses various scenarios, highlighting which expectations are necessary and which can be harmful.
Their candid conversation touches on the emotional rollercoaster of early recovery and the unrealistic demands we sometimes place on ourselves and others. Matt reflects on his struggles with anger and resentment, offering a raw look at how these emotions affected his relationship with Sheri. He talks about the importance of finding support outside the marriage and not expecting a partner to fill every emotional need, especially during the tumultuous early stages of sobriety.
Sheri shares her perspective on creating a safe and peaceful environment, emphasising the need for mutual respect and understanding. The episode also introduces an upcoming anonymous survey on intimacy issues in relationships affected by alcoholism. Matt and Sheri hope this survey will lead to valuable insights and interventions that can help others navigate their own recovery journeys. Why should you tune in?
Because this episode offers a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights that can resonate with anyone touched by addiction. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, Matt and Sheri's honest discussion provides a sense of hope and practical advice for managing expectations. So, if you're curious about how to set realistic expectations in recovery or simply want to hear a heartfelt conversation about overcoming challenges, this episode is for you.