Breaking Patterns: Redefining Life Beyond Addiction
Episode Overview
Sobriety is about moving forward, not just staying clean. Breaking old patterns is crucial for sustaining sobriety. Emotional immaturity often accompanies long-term addiction. Support from loved ones is essential in recovery. Redefining oneself beyond addiction is key to personal growth.
Addiction does not define me, but it does play a role in what I've become.
Matt Stevens, the host of 'My Sober Addiction', brings an engaging and heartfelt episode titled 'If Sobriety Is A State Then Addiction Is Stasis'. Matt dives into the journey from addiction to sobriety, emphasising that sobriety is not just about staying clean but moving forward and evolving. He shares his personal experiences, starting from his late onset of addiction in his 30s to his eventual recovery in his 40s.
Through anecdotes and reflections, Matt illustrates how addiction might shape a person but doesn't define them. He stresses the importance of breaking old patterns and creating new ones to sustain sobriety and lead a fulfilling life. Matt also touches on the emotional immaturity that often accompanies long-term addiction and the necessity for patience and support from loved ones. With a mix of humour and raw honesty, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in recovery or supporting someone who is.
It’s a powerful reminder that the journey to sobriety is continuous and filled with opportunities for growth and transformation. Tune in to hear Matt's wisdom on harnessing momentum in recovery and the significance of redefining oneself beyond addiction.