Matt J
Matt J
Regarding the Passing of My Father
Regarding the Passing of My Father
Regarding the Passing of My Father
Tuesday 9th March 2021
Matt J reflects on his father's struggle with alcoholism and shares his own journey towards recovery in this heartfelt episode of 'Sober Friends'.
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Get the buttons here!A Son's Journey: Reflections on Alcoholism and Recovery
You can choose to live your life like my father did and end up alone, poor, isolated, not having a relationship with a child, not being able to see his grandchildren, being removed from that where it could bring meaning and joy to your life, or you can do the hard work I did where you decided to put down the bottle, which is an awfully hard decision to make, because you don't know if.
Matt J takes a poignant trip down memory lane as he reflects on the passing of his father, who succumbed to untreated alcoholism. Despite not having seen his father since he was seven years old, Matt's life was deeply influenced by his father's struggles. The divorce of his parents due to his father's addiction set Matt on a path filled with a fear of becoming an alcoholic himself—a fear that, despite his best efforts, led him to battle addiction too.
In this episode of 'Sober Friends', Matt doesn't just share a personal story; he paints a vivid picture of the two starkly different paths alcoholism can lead to: one of isolation, poverty, and broken relationships, and the other of recovery, hard work, and ultimately, redemption. Matt's candid account is both heart-wrenching and hopeful, illustrating the immense challenges but also the profound rewards of choosing sobriety.
He sheds light on the broader impacts of alcoholism on families, touching on issues like racial biases and distorted perspectives. Matt's journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of seeking help. By sharing his experiences, he aims to inspire others facing similar struggles to choose the path of recovery and find support through resources like the Sober Friends podcast and the Not Alone Recovery website.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting a loved one through it.