Inside The Mind Of An Addict

Inside The Mind Of An Addict

Hosted by: Amber Hollingsworth

Master Addiction Counselor Amber Hollingsworth teaches you how to recover your loved one from addiction. You'll discover the secret to breaking through denial, finding your loved one's motivation, and helping them...

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Accountability Without Shame: How to Support Recovery with Compassion

Holding your loved one accountable doesn’t have to feel like punishment. In this episode, Amber shares how accountability, when done with empathy, can be a powerful tool for long-term recovery, not a trap for blame or...
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Making Choices You Can Live With For People With Addicted Loved Ones

Head vs. Heart—How to Support an Addicted Loved One Without Losing Yourself Sometimes, knowing what to do is the easy part—getting your heart to agree is the real challenge. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into...
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Stop Feeling Guilty: Responding to Their Victim Mindset

Ā  Setting boundaries with an addicted loved one is hard enough, but what happens when those boundaries trigger guilt trips, blame-shifting, or full-blown victim responses? In this episode, we’re tackling one of the...
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Avoid These Mistakes When Picking a Sober Living Facility

Choosing the right sober living home is a crucial step in recovery. In this episode, I’ll break down the 7 must-have qualities every good sober living facility should have — from structure and accountability to drug...
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Why They Keep Promising to Cut Back (And Why It Never Works)

ā€œI’ll Cut Back, I Promiseā€ — Why It Rarely Sticks You’ve heard it before: ā€œI’ll cut back. I promise.ā€ But time after time, the same patterns return. In this episode, we break down why these promises feel so hopeful in...
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Alcohol Broke Us...Can We Fix It?

How Alcohol Erodes Trust & Connection in Relationships (And How to Rebuild It) Alcohol doesn’t just fuel conflict—it slowly breaks down emotional safety, trust, and connection in relationships. From secrecy and...
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Why Promises to Change Don’t Stick (The Missing Piece)

Promises, Promises: When They Say They’ll Get Help… But Don’tā€ If you’ve ever held onto hope after hearing, ā€œI’ll stop drinkingā€ or ā€œI just need timeā€ā€”only to be let down again—you’re not alone. In this powerful...
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How to Stop Feeling Stuck and Start Loving Your Life

Feeling stuck or wondering why change takes so long? This episode unpacks the real pace of personal growth and recovery—and why it’s worth the wait. Learn how to stay motivated when progress feels invisible, and...
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*BONUS* The Secret to Navigating Tough Conversations in Recovery (with AI!)

Rebuilding Trust: Navigating Tough Conversations in Early Recovery Early recovery is full of emotional landmines—for both the person getting sober and the family trying to support them. In this episode, we’re tackling...
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How To Handle Relapse Without Losing Hope

Relapse can feel like a major setback, but it doesn’t have to define your recovery journey. In this episode, we take an honest, compassionate look at relapse: why it happens, what it really means, and how to move...
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*BONUS - The Truth About Group Therapy: Why It’s Not for Everyone

Support groups and 12-step meetings are often seen as must-haves in recovery, but they’re not one-size-fits-all. In this episode, we take an honest look at why group therapy can feel uncomfortable, intimidating, or...
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This Innovation Will Help More People Recover Than Ever Before

How AI is Revolutionizing Addiction Recovery In this episode, we explore the powerful ways artificial intelligence is reshaping addiction recovery. From personalized relapse prevention strategies to creating safe,...
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