About this episode

The episode discusses the importance and value of sober living environments for individuals recovering from alcoholism.

What is sober living, anyway? If an alcoholic has completed detox and treatment, why do they need a sober living environment? Matt used to think sober living was a sign of weakness, and Sheri thought it was a place where they used nicotine as a wall covering. But once they met Kyle, Rebecca, and Nathan, this episode’s panelists, Sheri and Matt learned the incredible value of sober living for former drinkers and partners. Click here to read Kyle’s full story of hopelessness from 2019. Please go to UntoxicatedSurvey.org to better understand the impact of alcohol and/or emotional abuse on you and your family. Whether you are the drinker or the partner, whether you feel a lack of emotional safety or don’t really know what that means, we can help you feel supported. Take the survey and learn more about our Echoes of Recovery and SHOUT Sobriety programs. You’ve got this, and we’ve got you.

People in this episode

Hosts: Matt Salis, Sheri Salis

Guests: Kyle, Rebecca, Nathan

Topics covered

• sober living
• alcoholism
• recovery
• support
• emotional safety

Keywords

• sober living
• alcohol recovery
• emotional abuse
• support programs
• Untoxicated Survey

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