iHeartPodcasts
thesmallbow.com
Amanda de Cadenet on Facing "Dire" Loneliness and Loving Alcoholics
Amanda de Cadenet on Facing "Dire" Loneliness and Loving Alcoholics
Amanda de Cadenet on Facing "Dire" Loneliness and Loving Alcoholics
Wednesday 18th March 2026
Join Amanda de Cadenet as she shares her journey from fame to recovery, exploring loneliness, addiction, and the power of community.
Explicit
60 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Informative
Encouraging
Healing
About this podcast
Author:
iHeartPodcasts
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
63 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Amanda de Cadenet: Fame, Loneliness, and Finding Recovery
Episode Overview
- The power of community in overcoming addiction.
- Photography as a transformative tool for self-discovery.
- Understanding loneliness as a root cause of addiction.
- The importance of vulnerability in recovery.
- Balancing public life with personal healing.
"I was really tired of other people's vision of me being what was communicated."
How do people find hope in the darkest times? In this captivating episode of Really Good Shares, Amanda de Cadenet shares her deeply personal journey from teenage fame to battling 'dire' loneliness. Amanda, who once graced the tabloids as a young TV star married to a rockstar, opens up about the struggles of being in the public eye and the profound sense of isolation she felt.
Her story takes a transformative turn as she steps behind the camera, finding empowerment and a new sense of self through photography—a passion born from her recovery journey. Amanda's conversation with host A.J. Daulerio touches on themes of fame, despair, and the ongoing process of recovery. They discuss the unique 'whale sonar' connection shared by those in recovery, likening it to a supportive community where vulnerability is not only welcomed but celebrated.
Amanda candidly talks about her experiences with addiction, the impact of trauma, and how different recovery strategies have helped her maintain sobriety. Listeners will find inspiration in Amanda's candid reflections on her past and her commitment to helping others through her work. Her journey highlights the importance of community and self-awareness in overcoming addiction. With a mix of humour and heartfelt honesty, this episode offers valuable insights into the complexities of recovery and the power of storytelling.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Tune in to hear Amanda's remarkable story and gain perspective on the resilience required to face one's inner demons. Could her story inspire you to reflect on your own path?