Michael Van Meter
Mike Van Meter
Episode 175 - Put The Shovel Down-Amber Hollingsworth
Episode 175 - Put The Shovel Down-Amber Hollingsworth
Episode 175 - Put The Shovel Down-Amber Hollingsworth
Monday 20th October 2025
Amber Hollingsworth shares practical advice on recovery and family dynamics. Discover strategies to support loved ones battling addiction.
62 minutes
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Author:
Michael Van Meter
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Body & Mind
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Focus on what's going right in recovery.
- Build healthy relationships to support recovery.
- Understand addiction patterns to outsmart them.
- Educate families to be actively involved in recovery.
- Leverage strengths rather than dwelling on shortcomings.
"You hit your bottom when you put your shovel down."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Episode 175 of 'Recovery Is Possible' takes us on a journey with Amber Hollingsworth, a seasoned Addiction Recovery Specialist. Amber is known for her popular YouTube channel 'Put the Shovel Down,' where she shares invaluable advice on recovery, relapse, and family dynamics. In this engaging conversation, Amber discusses the importance of focusing on what's going right in recovery and how building healthy relationships can be crucial.
She believes that supporting others in their recovery journey can make all the difference, and she shares practical tips for families on how to communicate effectively with loved ones battling addiction. Amber's approach is refreshingly direct yet compassionate, offering hope to those feeling stuck in the cycle of addiction. She emphasises the predictability of addiction and how understanding its patterns can help individuals outsmart it.
This episode is packed with insights on how to be a student of recovery, encouraging continuous learning through podcasts, books, and documentaries. The dialogue also touches on the role of families in the recovery process, highlighting the need for them to be educated and actively involved. Amber's method is all about leveraging strengths rather than dwelling on shortcomings, providing a beacon of hope for both individuals and families navigating the challenges of addiction.
Are you ready to uncover strategies that can transform lives? Dive into this episode and explore how small changes can lead to monumental shifts in the recovery journey.