Matt Finch and Chris Scott
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Matt’s Story: Conquering Anxiety By Quitting Alcohol And Cigarettes (Ep. 20)
Matt’s Story: Conquering Anxiety By Quitting Alcohol And Cigarettes (Ep. 20)
Matt’s Story: Conquering Anxiety By Quitting Alcohol And Cigarettes (Ep. 20)
Tuesday 24th September 2019
Discover how Matt overcame anxiety by quitting alcohol and cigarettes on the Elevation Recovery Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Matt's Journey: Finding Peace by Ditching Alcohol and Cigarettes
I think that anyone who's listening that has a problem with alcohol, understands that you need that substance to take the edge off, or to make you feel happy or to make you feel okay.
Matt's story is one that many will find both relatable and inspiring. In this episode of Elevation Recovery, Chris Scott sits down with Matt, one of his first alcohol recovery clients, to discuss the remarkable transformation Matt has undergone over the past three years. Once a self-described 'bad boy' alcoholic, Matt now leads a fulfilling life free from alcohol and anxiety, running a family business and pursuing his academic goals.
Matt opens up about the pervasive societal push towards alcohol consumption and how it contributed to his addiction. He candidly talks about the struggles he faced during post-acute withdrawal and the mental hurdles he had to overcome. But Matt didn't just stop at quitting alcohol; he also gave up smoking, utilizing nicotine replacement therapy to aid his journey. One of the key points Matt emphasizes is the importance of reframing how we view alcohol.
Instead of seeing it as a necessary social lubricant, he now regards it as an unnecessary substance. Exercise and other healthy habits have become his new go-to methods for managing stress and maintaining well-being. The episode also touches on the significance of changing one's social environment to support sobriety. Matt shares how distancing himself from old drinking buddies and surrounding himself with supportive, like-minded individuals has been crucial to his sustained recovery.
Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Matt's story offers valuable insights and practical advice on overcoming addiction and finding peace. Tune in to hear how making these life changes can lead to a happier, anxiety-free existence.