Patrick Fox
Patrick Fox
216. Supporting Loved Ones Through Addiction with Amber Hollingsworth
216. Supporting Loved Ones Through Addiction with Amber Hollingsworth
216. Supporting Loved Ones Through Addiction with Amber Hollingsworth
Friday 5th September 2025
Amber Hollingsworth shares compassionate strategies for supporting loved ones through addiction. Discover practical tools for families.
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Patrick Fox
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Family members are not powerless; they can influence recovery.
- Creating safety and building trust are key to supporting loved ones.
- Patience and empathy are crucial in conversations about addiction.
- Setting boundaries with humility can prevent defensiveness.
- Self-care for family members is important to manage emotions.
"You hit your bottom when you put your shovel down."
Get ready to be moved by the real-life accounts of addiction's impact on families and relationships in this episode of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast. Host Patrick Fox welcomes Amber Hollingsworth, a seasoned addiction expert and YouTuber, to share her unique perspective on supporting loved ones through addiction. Amber, who hosts the 'Put Down the Shovel' YouTube channel, brings over two decades of experience in helping families navigate the challenges of addiction.
Her approach emphasises creating safety and building relationships, rather than confronting the person struggling directly. Amber discusses the importance of patience, self-care, and empathy when dealing with addicted loved ones, offering practical advice for families feeling helpless. She shares her personal journey into the field, which began with an internship in substance abuse counselling and led to her innovative methods in working with teenagers and families.
Amber's insights challenge the notion that family members are powerless, advocating for a strategic approach that empowers families to support their loved ones effectively. The episode is filled with anecdotes and practical tips that will resonate with anyone facing the difficult task of supporting a loved one through addiction. So, what can you do when you feel like your house is on fire?
Listen in for strategies that might just change the dynamic and help you regain control in a chaotic situation. Are you ready to rethink how you approach conversations about addiction?