Episode 334

Hello! Thank you for being here today.

This episode offers hope to anyone seeking to change their drinking, as well as to family members who wish to support their loved ones through the process with compassion and understanding.

I'm honored to welcome our guest, Amber Hollingsworth, to the podcast.

Amber is a master addiction counselor, founder of Hope For Families Recovery Center, and creator of the YouTube channel Put The Shovel Down.

With over two decades of experience, she's helped thousands of families navigate addiction recovery using innovative, relationship-focused strategies like the Invisible Intervention. Known for her relatable, no-nonsense approach,

Amber's philosophy is centered on empowerment and compassion, believing that people don't need to hit rock bottom to recover and that recovery is about redirecting addictive energy toward positive, fulfilling life goals.

She emphasizes that individuals and families have the influence and strength to create lasting change through trust, safety, and a strengths-based approach, rather than relying on shame or control.

You will hear Amber talk about:

• The true process of changing your drinking—and where to begin by taking intentional breaks from alcohol

• The early signs it may be time to rethink your drinking, and what Amber calls "stage three"

• Why is moderation so challenging, given how alcohol impacts brain chemistry and self-control

• How to navigate what Amber describes as "the bargaining stage" to stay alcohol-free

• What to expect in early sobriety and how to approach a break from drinking

• The instincts family members have that can unintentionally hinder progress—and what they can do to truly support a loved one

Amber offers hope, insight, and actionable tools for anyone facing change or supporting someone they love.

Click here for Amber's YouTube playlist.

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