Amy Dickson.Amy Dickson.
One For The Road
<p>Welcome back for the first episode of Season 7 One For The Road.</p><p>Joining us on this episode is Amy Dickson, as she discusses life as a child of an alcoholic. Amy is 44 and lives in Surrey with her husband, two children and spoilt terrier. Her Dad Steve was an alcoholic who died in 2020 as a result of his addiction. Since losing her Dad Amy has begun to volunteer for Nacoa as a fundraiser, school speaker and media volunteer, and passionately supports the work they do. </p><br><p>This episode of One For The Road is sponsored by <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> Further information and links attached below.</p><p>If you want to connect with me via Instagram, you can find me on the instahandle @Soberdave <a href="https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/soberdave/</a></p><p>or via my website <a href="https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://davidwilsoncoaching.com/</a></p><p>Provided below are links for services offering additional help and advice and for Amy.</p><p><a href="https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/amy-dickson11" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/amy-dickson11</a></p><p><a href="https://alcoholchange.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://alcoholchange.org.uk/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/advice/alcohol-support-services</a></p><p><a href="https://nacoa.org.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://nacoa.org.uk/</a></p><p>Show producer- Daniella Attanasio-Martinez</p><p>Instagram - @TheDaniellaMartinez</p><p> </p><p>This season's podcast is sponsored by a great new start up called Tweak Life. They have built a well-being hub full of useful information and tweaks that can help you improve your mental and physical health and finances. There is a wide range of topics covered which includes mindfulness, eating well, exercise. managing addictions, improving finances, mortgages and even menopause.</p><p>This is free to use, just go to <a href="https://tweaklife.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://tweaklife.co.uk/</a> for more information.</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/tweaklifeuk</a></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tweaklifeuk/</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
54:11•24 Aug 2022
Amy Dickson: Growing Up with an Alcoholic Parent
“Getting sober requires a rewiring of the brain, and instead of reaching for a drink, we have to learn how to reach for support.”
What’s it like to grow up with an alcoholic parent? In this heartfelt episode of 'One For The Road', host David Wilson, also known as SoberDave, sits down with Amy Dickson to explore this very question. Amy, a 44-year-old mother and wife from Surrey, shares her deeply personal story of living with her father Steve's alcoholism and the impact it had on her life.
After her father passed away in 2020 due to his addiction, Amy found a way to channel her grief into something positive by volunteering for Nacoa, a UK charity dedicated to supporting children of alcoholics. She now works as a fundraiser, school speaker, and media volunteer, passionately advocating for those affected by a parent's drinking. Amy’s narrative is a powerful reminder of how addiction doesn’t just affect the individual but ripples through families, leaving lasting scars.
Yet, her journey is also one of resilience and hope. By finding support and speaking out, Amy highlights the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding addiction and mental health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who has experienced similar struggles or wants to understand the far-reaching effects of alcoholism on families. Tune in to hear Amy’s inspiring story and learn about the vital work being done to support children of alcoholics.
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