Lucia D’Ambruoso
University of Aberdeen and Turning Point Scotland
Amanda’s Story: Supporting people in recovery to connect, build confidence and trust
Amanda’s Story: Supporting people in recovery to connect, build confidence and trust
Amanda’s Story: Supporting people in recovery to connect, build confidence and trust
Thursday 12th January 2023
Amanda Stephen discusses her path from addiction to leading peer support in Fraserburgh, highlighting trust, boundaries, and community in recovery.
Explicit
35 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Supportive
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Lucia D’Ambruoso
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Episodes:
4 (View all)
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Get the buttons here!Amanda Stephen: From Struggle to Strength - Leading Peer Support in Fraserburgh
It's a huge amount of emotions and that struggle in your own head. Everybody gets a chance to speak about everything going on. Um, and it seems like change- pardon me, the atmosphere within the group, and it's like an attitude, a gratitude, positivity, and that's what we're wanting.
Imagine facing the darkest moments of addiction and then turning those experiences into a beacon of hope for others. That's exactly what Amanda Stephen has done. In this heartfelt episode of 'Recovery Stories', Amanda opens up about her personal journey from active addiction to early recovery, and how it led her to become the lead practitioner for peer support services in Fraserburgh with Turning Point Scotland.
Amanda's story is not just about her own recovery; it's about the transformative power of peer support and community connection. Amanda talks candidly about how peer support services helped her build confidence, trust, and meaningful relationships. She highlights the importance of creating a safe and consistent environment where individuals can find loving acceptance. One of the key elements she discusses is the necessity of setting boundaries within peer support, which helps maintain trust and build successful support networks.
The episode also sheds light on the changing landscape of drug and alcohol use in Fraserburgh, particularly among young people. Amanda emphasizes the need for destigmatizing addiction and focusing on prevention as much as on recovery. She believes that community empowerment can play a crucial role in complementing health system responses, addressing health inequalities, and building future resilience. Amanda's insights offer a powerful reminder of how peer support can positively impact both individuals and communities.
Her story is a testament to the strength found in connection and compassion, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the complexities of addiction recovery.