Sean Dustin
Sean Dustin
#88 Sister's Death| Bipolar| Herion Overdose| Addiction| Amber's Story
#88 Sister's Death| Bipolar| Herion Overdose| Addiction| Amber's Story
#88 Sister's Death| Bipolar| Herion Overdose| Addiction| Amber's Story
Thursday 31st December 2020
Amber discusses addiction, loss, and recovery after her sister's heroin overdose on 'Nowhere To Go But Up'.
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Get the buttons here!Amber's Journey: From Tragedy to Triumph Over Addiction
Once you become an addict, everything else that you’ve done in your life is kind of disqualified in other people’s minds. And that’s how you’re defined.
Imagine losing a loved one to addiction while grappling with your own battles. In this poignant episode of 'Nowhere To Go But Up', host Sean Dustin chats with Amber, who opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her younger sister to a heroin overdose. Amber shares the emotional rollercoaster of dealing with her sister's bipolar diagnosis, feeling like a mother to her, and the devastating final weeks before her death.
She doesn't shy away from discussing the aftermath either, including her own struggles with suicidal thoughts and depression. But Amber's story is not just about loss; it's about finding hope and resilience in the darkest of times. She talks candidly about seeking professional help, the role of medication in her recovery, and how she's managed to rebuild her life.
Throughout their conversation, Amber and Sean touch on the stigma surrounding addiction, highlighting how society often defines people by their struggles rather than their strengths. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of grief, mental health, and the power of support from family and friends. Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Amber's story offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that it's possible to rise above even the toughest challenges.