Inside The Mind Of An Addict

Sometimes you must put distance between yourself and an addicted loved one. It's a tough decision and usually comes after MANY failed attempts to help the person. It's heartbreaking💔  Amber explores the complexities of addiction in relationships. Addicts and alcoholics often have a twisted thinking process, making it difficult to empathize and connect with loved ones. They may regret losing...

The lying and deception that comes with addiction can create lingering trauma effects. Betrayal trauma is a specific type of wounding that happens when someone you rely on violates your trust significantly. It will make you question yourself, your sanity, and your relationships. Betrayal trauma is a deep, long-lasting wound that's not quickly healed. Licensed Couples Counselor Nevin Alderman has h...

Special guest Justin Sunseri, LMFT, explains the relationship between trauma, addiction, and the Polyvagal Theory. Learn more from Justin about Polyvagal Theory and self-regulation👉🏻 https://www.justinlmft.com/ 📢Get access to our advanced family recovery skills. 👇🏻 https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/hff-membership ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: 🌐Visit Our Website: https://www.familyrecoveryacad...

Brad had experienced every type of consequence because of his addiction. (jail, homelessness, etc...) But none of that made him change. Brad's moment of clarity came at the most unpredictable moment. From that point forward, he was determined to do anything and everything to turn his life around. Brad is living proof that recovery is possible! Listen to Brad's Sober Motivation Podcast 👉🏻https://...

Dan shares his journey through addiction and the desperate situations he found himself in. Despite some people witnessing his struggles, nobody intervened until his son was taken away, which ultimately led him to seek help. He emphasizes the importance of being prepared for opportunities to get clean and choosing to do it for oneself. Dan's recovery led him to regain custody of his son and start a...

Can addiction ever be cured completely, or is it a lifelong struggle? How do you know if you're cured? Let's talk about it.... This episode addresses whether addiction is curable; Amber explains that while addiction isn't curable, it can be managed by avoiding the substance or behavior altogether. She also emphasizes the importance of connection and building supportive relationships to combat addi...

You can't force someone to stop an addiction to drugs/alcohol, but you can most certainly influence it! In this episode, we'll help you outsmart addiction by telling you what works and what doesn't when it comes to helping an addict or alcoholic overcome a Substance abuse problem. Amber provides various critical dos and don'ts that a person should remember while helping a loved one overcome addict...

The qualities that make someone an addict are those that make someone a genius or superstar. Anyone who's ever done anything significant has been overfocused, obsessive, and relentless about their pursuits. Do you think Steve Jobs, Ben Franklin, or Nikola were "balanced" individuals? Of course not. They were 100% addicted! To do great things in this world, you have to be addicted. Addiction isn't...

Early Sobriety is rocky and stressful for the individual and the family.  In this episode, Amber discusses the challenges and realities of early sobriety. She emphasizes the importance of making sobriety the primary concern and getting enough sleep to fill one's willpower gas tank. Amber cautions family members against overburdening their loved ones in early recovery and encourages them to tr...

As Intimacy and trust deteriorated, our family began to fall apart. We were both isolated, hurt, and stewing in resentment. Our sex life was transactional, unfulfilling, emotionally harmful, and toxic. Find out how Matt and Sheri, from the Untoxicated Podcast, saved their marriage from the brink of destruction. More from Matt and Sheri 👉🏻https://un-toxicated.com/ Free Downloadable Resources: htt...

You can catch them 💯red handed, but they will always manage to turn it around and make it your fault! WTH 😡😠 *If you'd like to join the discussion, join me live everything Thursday at 1 pm (eastern), on YouTube  Visit our Website: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/ Talk to a specialist: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/consultations Support this Channel 👉🏻Become a Member...

Living with addiction will turn you into a completely different person. You'll find yourself saying and doing things entirely out of character. Don't lose yourself to their illness! *If you'd like to participate in our live discussions, join me live every Thursday at 1 pm (eastern) on YouTube 💟Learn how to get back in control of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in our membership program 👉...

Beating Drug or Alcohol Addiction requires strategy! Addiction Specialist, Amber Hollingsworth, reveals her methods for outsmarting addiction so that you can get your life and family back on track. FREE Downloadable Resources 👉🏻https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/free-resources FB group for Family Members: https://www.facebook.com/groups/familyrecoverysupport 🤩Let Amber and her team custom...

Addiction destroys lives, families, and even communities, leaving us feeling sad, confused, angry, and sometimes even guilty. It's very difficult to find closure when you lose someone to addiction, but sorting through your emotions about it will help. ⭐Get A Virtual or Email Consultation: 👉🏻https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/consultations ⭐Watch me do a Motivational Interviewing Session...

When I started talking to Daniel, he said he absolutely did NOT have a drinking problem. He was angry that his wife constantly told him he was an alcoholic. Daniel had no interest in getting sober. This is the process I used to help him move through the stages of change. Now Daniel is completely sober and happier than he's been in a very long time. *Names and other personal info in this video have...