Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
356 Breaking The Denial of A Functional Alcoholic
356 Breaking The Denial of A Functional Alcoholic
356 Breaking The Denial of A Functional Alcoholic
Thursday 2nd January 2025
Learn how to help a loved one in denial about their drinking with practical advice from addictions counsellor Amber Hollingsworth.
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Arlina Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Denial can be a protective mechanism and should be approached gently.
- Confronting denial head-on often backfires.
- Allow loved ones to face the consequences of their actions.
- Build trust and credibility through empathy and humility.
- Use humour to ease difficult conversations.
Denial is a protective mechanism; it's there for a reason.
Have you ever wondered how to help someone you love who is in denial about their drinking? In this episode of The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast, host Arlina Allen sits down with Amber Hollingsworth, an addictions counsellor with over 20 years of experience and the host of the popular YouTube channel 'Put the Shovel Down'.
Amber shares her insights on breaking through the denial of a functional alcoholic and how loved ones can play a role in this process. She explains that denial can be a protective mechanism and that confronting it head-on often backfires. Instead, she suggests practical ways to gently guide someone towards recognising their problem without causing defensive reactions. Amber also discusses the importance of letting loved ones face the consequences of their actions, rather than shielding them from reality.
By sharing relatable anecdotes and real-life examples, Amber provides valuable advice on building trust and credibility with someone in denial. This episode is packed with wisdom and actionable tips for anyone dealing with a loved one's addiction. Whether you're trying to help someone else or looking for ways to support your own recovery journey, you'll find this conversation both enlightening and supportive.
Tune in to learn how empathy, humility, and a bit of humour can make a significant difference in breaking the cycle of denial.