Inside The Mind Of An Addict
Amber Hollingsworth
Show overview
Inside The Mind Of An Addict has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 170 episodes. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 29 min and 43 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 weeks ago, with 29 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Amber Hollingsworth.
From the publisher
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 get their life back on track. New episodes are released every Thursday. For Additional Information and Resources visit our website: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/
Latest Episodes
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Why They Lie About Drinking /Using—Even When You Already Know
How To Care Without Controlling: The Secret To Finding Your Peace
Can One Person Save A Relationship?
The Cost of Toxic Relationship Stress: Why Your Body Is Crashing
When Helping Your Loved One Becomes Enabling: Knowing When to Step In (and When Not To)
Remorse is NOT the Same As Readiness
Change How You Interact with Your Loved One
Why Liars Get Angry When Confronted
It ALWAYS Goes Back to the Same Old Thing
When to Cut Ties with an Addict/Alcoholic
I Told My Wife to Go to Rehab, and People Are Telling Me I'm Part of the Problem
You Can't Help an Addict If You're Falling Apart
When does "bad habit" become addiction?
Don't Go Silent. Get Strategic
You're NOT Setting Boundaries — You're Trying to CONTROL Them
Why You're So Tired of Feeling Sick and Stuck
The Lie You Tell Yourself Right Before You Drink
Every time someone decides to drink, there’s a lie that makes it feel okay—and the scariest part is, it works. In this episode, Amber Hollingsworth dives into the internal dialogue that happens right before someone drinks—the justifications that sound completely reasonable in the moment but unravel the next day. Whether you’re the one struggling or you love someone who is, these lies are familiar… and powerful. This conversation breaks down why those thoughts are so convincing, even when part of you knows better. From “just one won’t hurt” to “I deserve this,” these patterns aren’t random—they’re rooted in how the brain prioritizes relief over reality. You’ll learn how to recognize the most common versions of the lie, what they actually mean beneath the surface, and—most importantly—how to start catching them before they take over. Because real change doesn’t start with willpower—it starts with awareness. What You’ll Learn Why the lie feels true in the moment The most common drinking justifications (and what’s really behind them) What’s happening in the brain that keeps the cycle going How to interrupt the pattern before it wins Resources & Support 👉 24/7 Private Coaching with Amber AI Get real-time support whenever you need it: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/24-7-coaching-with-amber-ai 👉 Denial Breakthrough Challenge Learn how to reach someone who doesn’t think they have a problem: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/motivation-unlocked-challenge 👉 Strategy Session Get personalized guidance for your situation: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/consultations 👉 Family Recovery Academy Membership Stop living in survival mode and start taking your life back: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/hff-membership Join the Conversation What’s the lie you’ve heard—or told yourself? You’re not alone. Chances are, someone else is thinking the exact same thing.
The Hidden Pain of Loving an Addict (Why Families Feel Trapped)
There’s a kind of heartbreak that only families of addiction truly understand. It’s not just watching someone you love struggle—it’s living through the constant cycle of hope, fear, and disappointment that comes with it. In this episode, Amber Hollingsworth pulls back the curtain on the hidden impact of addiction on families. While the behaviors of addiction are often easy to see, what’s happening beneath the surface for loved ones is much harder to recognize. From sleepless nights and broken trust to emotional exhaustion and repeated interventions, families often find themselves stuck in patterns of control, enabling, guilt, and desperation—doing everything they can to help, yet feeling like nothing is working. This conversation brings awareness to those patterns and challenges a powerful question:What do you need to do for yourself while you wait for them to change? Because healing isn’t just for the person struggling with addiction—it’s for you too. If you’ve been living in survival mode, constantly trying to fix, manage, or hold everything together, this episode will help you shift your perspective, reclaim your peace, and start showing up differently. Resources & Next Steps 👉 Stop paying for addiction with yourselfLearn how to step out of survival mode and stop living in constant despair:https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/hff-membership 👉 Beyond Boundaries CourseBreak free from unhealthy patterns and learn how to support without enabling:https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/beyond-boundaries-1 👉 Free Denial Breakthrough ChallengeLearn how to reach someone who doesn’t think they have a problem—without arguments or shutdowns:https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/motivation-unlocked-challenge Subscribe for More New episodes every week with real, practical strategies to help you navigate addiction, set boundaries, and take your life back—no matter what your loved one chooses.
Why They Don't Think They Have A Problem
If you’ve ever tried to talk to someone about their drinking and hit a wall of “I don’t have a problem,” this episode will completely reframe how you see that response. Amber Hollingsworth breaks down the two very different types of denial—and why confusing them is one of the biggest mistakes families make. The first type is true denial, where the person genuinely cannot see the problem due to how addiction impacts the brain. The second is hidden denial, where they do see it—but aren’t ready to admit it out loud. These may look the same on the surface, but they require completely different approaches. Understanding which type you’re dealing with can change everything. Instead of arguing, pushing, or feeling stuck, you’ll start to see why your conversations haven’t been landing—and what to do differently moving forward. This episode walks you through how to recognize each type of denial and how to respond in a way that actually opens the door to change—without damaging the relationship or losing yourself in the process. Take the Next Step 👉 Free Denial Breakthrough Challenge Learn how to reach someone who doesn’t think they have a problem—without arguments or shutdowns: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/motivation-unlocked-challenge 👉 Apply for 1:1 Coaching Work directly with Amber through a strengths-based approach: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/strengths-based-assessment 👉 Soberlink (Recommended Tool) A remote alcohol monitoring system that helps rebuild trust without constant conflict: https://www.soberlink.com/amber Subscribe for More New episodes every week covering addiction, recovery, and real strategies to help someone you love—without pushing them away.