Matthew's Journey: From Darkness to Gratitude
Episode Overview
Matthew's battle with crack cocaine and its impact on his life. The role of faith and community in his recovery journey. The significance of gratitude in maintaining sobriety. Overcoming childhood trauma and its lasting effects. The transformative power of sharing one's story.
Every day I wake up grateful to be alive.
In this heartfelt episode of 'Remember Your Why', Kristen welcomes Matthew, a Brooklyn native who recently celebrated 14 months of sobriety. Matthew's story is one of immense struggle and ultimate triumph. He opens up about his battle with crack cocaine, which brought him to his knees and stripped away everything he held dear. Growing up with a heroin-addicted father, Matthew faced trauma and unpredictability from a young age.
His journey took him from the streets of Brooklyn to rehab, and eventually, to a life of gratitude and recovery. Matthew candidly shares the darkest moments of his addiction, including the traumatic events that led him down this path. He also reflects on the transformative power of faith and community in his recovery process. With honesty and vulnerability, Matthew discusses the importance of gratitude in his daily life and how it has become a cornerstone of his sobriety.
This episode is a raw and inspiring testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of recovery, no matter how dire the circumstances may seem. Tune in to hear Matthew's powerful story and find hope in his journey.