Episode 8- How Linkin Park Saved a Life with Amanda Webster and a Shout Out from Diallo Riddle!Episode 8- How Linkin Park Saved a Life with Amanda Webster and a Shout Out from Diallo Riddle!
Choose Your Struggle
Amanda Webster is a health coach, yoga instructor, fitness expert, model and women in recovery. You can find out more at her website, https://amandawebsterhealth.com/. ***Special note: Amanda uses the word 'Clean' to discuss her recovery. If you listen
50:07•24 Apr 2020
Linkin Park's Lifeline: Amanda Webster's Road to Recovery
“I fell apart on the hotel room floor. I have to motivate myself, I have to inspire myself, because in some strange way it made me realize you know that music, or Chester, whatever, got me that far, but that wasn't really what was going to always be there to build me up, and that song couldn't always be playing.”
Music can be a lifeline, and for Amanda Webster, it was exactly that. In this episode of 'Choose Your Struggle', host Jay Shifman sits down with Amanda, a health coach, yoga instructor, and fitness expert who opens up about her battle with addiction and the crucial role Linkin Park's music played in her recovery. Amanda shares how the band's songs became her anchor during her darkest times, especially after the tragic death of Chester Bennington, Linkin Park's lead singer.
This heartbreaking event became a turning point for Amanda, motivating her to break free from self-harm and cocaine addiction. Amanda's story is one of resilience and the power of music to heal. She talks about the importance of emotional regulation, learning to respond rather than react, and the significance of reaching out for support. Through her journey, she highlights how finding healthy coping mechanisms and building meaningful connections can transform the path to recovery.
Whether you're facing addiction or supporting someone who is, Amanda's insights offer hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear a candid conversation that underscores the healing power of music and the strength found in community.
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