In this episode of Superconnector Stories, Michal and Amira consult with Dr. Matt Reid. Matt is an Emergency Medicine trained physician and counselor providing healthcare to people facing substance use disorders and mental health crises. Amira and Matt discuss how Emergency Medicine doctors size each other up and how those quick, initial assessments often unravel in surprising ways. 

Amira and Matt teach Michal what it means to support physicians in dating, including how to build emotional fluency, practice self-care (borrowing a few lessons from Marcus Aurelius), and embrace vulnerability. 

Engage in this episode to get a powerful look at what effective mental healthcare and substance use disorder counseling can teach us about true connection, purpose, and unconditional love under pressure.

Click here to watch the referenced TED Talk, Johann Hari: Everything you think you know about addiction is wrong.

If you or someone you know suffers with a substance use disorder, get help at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Love isn’t just something you find—it’s something you create. Thanks for joining us on Superconnector Stories.  Join the mailing list at michalmatches.com to stay in the loop or follow her at https://instagram.com/michalmatches. Until next time, go out and make some connections!

Disclaimer: Dr. Amira Bass appears on this podcast in a personal capacity as Michal’s friend and co-host. Her participation does not reflect her professional practice or constitute medical or psychological advice. Any stories or reflections shared are anecdotal and intended for conversational and educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health condition.

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