Strategies To Help Loved Ones with Amber Hollingsworth / EP 91

How do I help someone I love who’s struggling with addiction—without ultimatums, power struggles, or losing myself in the process?We’re joined by the incredible Amber Hollingsworth—licensed professional counselor, master addiction counselor, and creator of the viral YouTube channel “Put the Shovel Down.” Drawing from her 20+ years of experience and her own journey growing up in an addicted family, Amber reveals how families can outsmart addiction with empathy, boundaries, and strategy—not “tough love.”Together, we’ll dive into:Why the classic “let them hit rock bottom” approach often backfiresHow to shift from the “bad guy” role to being a powerful, positive influenceAmber’s Invisible Intervention method that empowers families while preserving connectionIf you’ve been searching for a way to support a loved one through addiction—and take care of yourself at the same time—this conversation is full of practical tools, hope, and a completely new perspective on recovery.______For more insights, check out Amber’s free resource-rich YouTube channel "Put The Shovel Down" at https://www.youtube.com/@PutTheShovelDownAmber's Website: familyrecoveryacademy.onlineWe Love Hearing From YouDon't forget to follow and subscribe and leave a review! It helps to get the word out that living sober is lit! Listeners have said that our podcast has helped them get alcohol free! Join our private community! Connect with the Podcast Hosts:Susan Larkin Coaching https://www.susanlarkincoaching.com Ruby Williams at Freedom Renegade Coaching https://www.freedomrenegadecoaching.com/Follow Susan: @drinklesswithsusanFollow Ruby: @rubywilliamscoachingIt is strongly recommended that you seek professional advice regarding your health before attempting to take a break from alcohol. The creators, hosts, and producers of the The Feel Lit Alcohol Free podcast are not healthcare practitioners and therefore do not give medical, or psychological advice nor do they intend for the podcast, any resource or communication on behalf of the podcast or otherwise to be a substitute for such.