New England Recovery Center
New England Recovery Center
Matt Gear's Story
Matt Gear's Story
Matt Gear's Story
Friday 22nd November 2024
Matt Gear shares his powerful story of overcoming addiction and becoming a recovery coach. A must-listen for anyone on their own recovery journey.
55 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Compassionate
Raw
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New England Recovery Center
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Never give up on your recovery journey.
- Community support can be transformative.
- Lived experience is invaluable in guiding others.
- Empathy and compassion play crucial roles in recovery.
- Recovery is a continuous process of growth.
The best thing I ever did for myself was not give up.
In this episode of 'Airing Addiction', hosts Lisa Blanchard and Jesse Chaison welcome Matt Gear, a recovery coach with Spectrum Health Systems. Matt shares his gripping journey from active addiction to recovery, offering a raw and honest perspective on the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. With over seven years of sobriety, Matt's story is a testament to resilience and the power of never giving up.
He recounts the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, including a compassionate encounter with a police officer and a supportive neighbour. Matt also discusses his role as a recovery coach, emphasising the importance of lived experience in guiding others through their own recovery journeys. His work with multiple police departments and recovery programmes highlights the transformative impact of community support and empathy.
This episode is filled with heartfelt anecdotes and practical advice for anyone navigating their path to sobriety. Tune in to hear Matt's inspiring story and gain valuable insights into the recovery process.