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What Was Once Hidden is Now Exposed
What Was Once Hidden is Now Exposed
What Was Once Hidden is Now Exposed
Friday 6th January 2023
Gee Matamoros discusses his journey from substance misuse to recovery and his advocacy for SMART Recovery on this episode. Listen now.
33 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Gee Matamoros: From Darkness to Advocacy with SMART Recovery
I'm trying to be more observant of the things, as little as they can be, but some of them are not for me. I can celebrate other people, I don't have to be jealous, I don't have to want to put them down.
Gee Matamoros has faced some incredibly dark times on his path to recovery, but his story is one of transformation and hope. In this episode of the SMART Recovery podcast, Gee opens up about his journey, from substance misuse and poor choices that led him to a psychiatric ward, to finding a new lease on life through SMART Recovery. Gee's life was marked by extremes, always walking a tightrope between his identity and societal expectations.
He shares how he used substances to numb the impactful moments in his life and how he constantly ran from his true self because he felt it wasn't acceptable. But everything changed when he discovered SMART Recovery in rehab. Gee found a supportive community and new pathways to aid in his recovery. He talks about the relief and peace he now feels, even sleeping like a baby thanks to the positive changes he's made.
The COVID pandemic played a surprising role in his journey, helping to launch and grow online Spanish meetings, which have become a crucial part of his advocacy work. Gee is passionate about spreading the word about SMART, especially within the Latinx community. His story is a testament to the power of community support and the importance of finding a recovery path that works for you.
Tune in to hear Gee's inspiring story and learn how he's making a difference in the lives of others.