Matt Gardiner

Beyond Recovery™

Matt Gardiner

  • 'Unbreakable' || JOJO MATCHETT

'Unbreakable' || JOJO MATCHETT

Monday 9th May 2022

Join Matt Gardiner on 'Beyond Recovery' as Jojo Matchett shares his inspiring stories of overcoming addiction and a severe physical injury.
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44 minutes
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Beyond Recovery™
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Matt Gardiner
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Recovery Reimagined
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Jojo Matchett's Remarkable Journey: From Addiction to Physical Triumph

I think for me, I didn't know where to start in my kind of like my sober journey, cause, you know, I was like, well, I don't.
What if you had to face not one, but two monumental battles in your life? Jojo Matchett's story is a testament to resilience and determination. In this episode of 'Beyond Recovery', hosted by Matt Gardiner, Jojo opens up about his incredible journey of overcoming addiction and a severe physical injury. Imagine being hit by a car traveling at 50mph and having to learn how to walk again. That's just part of Jojo's story.
He also shares his struggles with alcohol, including two DUIs and the pivotal moments that led him to seek help. Jojo’s journey isn't just about the darkness of addiction; it’s also about the light of recovery. He talks about how curiosity and boredom initially led him down the path of drinking, but later became key elements in his sobriety. Exploring new hobbies and interests helped him stay on the alcohol-free path.
Support groups, social media, and the discipline of working out played significant roles in his recovery. Jojo's daily routines include journaling and positive self-talk, which he finds transformative. He shares a powerful shift in mindset from 'I have to' to 'I get to', making each day a gift rather than a chore. This episode is filled with practical advice and inspiration for anyone on their own recovery journey.
Jojo's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about embracing life with a positive outlook and finding joy in the journey. Tune in to hear more about his incredible experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way.