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Mental health, addiction recovery, and self-improvement all have one overlooked truth in common: getting better is hard to do alone—and yet building new relationships may be the hardest part of recovery nobody talks about. In this solo episode, Antonio Matta breaks down why trust, connection, and attachment feel so difficult when you're living with mental illness or co-occurring disorders, and shares five evidence-based strategies to help you build, protect, and sustain the relationships your recovery depends on. If you've ever wondered whether real connection is still possible for you—this episode is your answer.
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