Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Ashley Loeb Blassingame, Betsy Ames, Christiana Kimmich)
Betsy Ames: Compulsive Shopping, Codependency and Hidden Drinking - How One Mother Almost Lost It All But Found Her Recovery
Betsy Ames: Compulsive Shopping, Codependency and Hidden Drinking - How One Mother Almost Lost It All But Found Her Recovery
Betsy Ames: Compulsive Shopping, Codependency and Hidden Drinking - How One Mother Almost Lost It All But Found Her Recovery
Tuesday 20th October 2020
Hear Betsy Ames discuss overcoming compulsive shopping and hidden drinking, focusing on recovery and sustainable living on 'The Courage to Change'.
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Get the buttons here!Betsy Ames: Overcoming Compulsive Shopping and Hidden Drinking
If I am enough and I am filled, then all those carbs aren't going to make me feel a different way and all those fancy shoes aren't going to make me feel a different way.
Ever wondered how someone can go from compulsive shopping and hidden drinking to a life of recovery and purpose? Betsy Ames, the owner of Mindful Style, has lived that journey and now shares her story on 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast'. Betsy's path wasn't easy. She struggled with codependency, feeling powerless in many relationships, and used alcohol as a crutch. Her compulsive shopping habits masked deeper issues, leading her down a dangerous road.
But she didn't let it define her. Instead, she found a way to turn her life around. Today, Betsy teaches sustainable and mindful shopping practices through her business, Mindful Style. She's also working towards becoming an addiction-focused therapist, using her experiences to help others on their recovery journeys. This episode dives into the complex relationship between codependency and addiction, showing how intertwined they can be.
Betsy talks about the importance of addressing addiction within families and how these issues can span generations. Her story is one of transformation and hope, illustrating how it's possible to fill the void without relying on material possessions. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, Betsy also shares valuable insights on online shopping compulsivity—a timely topic as many grapple with similar issues. She discusses finding balance between shopping and eating, highlighting the importance of mindful practices.
Betsy's journey is a powerful reminder of the strength found in community support during recovery. Tune in to hear her full story and gain inspiration from her experiences.