Sean Dustin
Sean Dustin
How Did Amber Survive Heroin Addicted Parents??
How Did Amber Survive Heroin Addicted Parents??
How Did Amber Survive Heroin Addicted Parents??
Sunday 8th December 2019
Hear Amber's powerful story of surviving abandonment by heroin-addicted parents, overcoming addiction, and finding hope and strength.
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58 minutes
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Empowering
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Sean Dustin
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Success Stories
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Amber's Journey: From Abandonment to Empowerment
I feel like I'm stronger because of it and I can understand other people who are going through it and try to say, hey, you know, I do know what it's like, I'm not just some person that's like, hey, you need to stop.
What would you do if your parents vanished for ten months, leaving you to fend for yourself at just 12 years old? Amber faced this exact nightmare when her heroin-addicted parents disappeared to Chicago, plunging her into a world of uncertainty and pain. In this gripping episode of 'Nowhere To Go But Up', host Sean Dustin sits down with Amber to unravel her tumultuous childhood and her battle with prescription pain pills like Tramadol and Vicodin.
At one point, Amber was consuming up to 90 pills a day, a stark testament to the depths of her struggle. Yet, amid the chaos, Amber found an inner strength that propelled her toward recovery. She shares candid reflections on dealing with loss and grief, the pivotal role of friends and family in her journey, and how she managed to maintain a positive mindset through it all.
This episode also highlights the unexpected but powerful impact of men's groups in offering support and fostering healing. Amber's story is a raw, unfiltered look at the resilience of the human spirit and serves as a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with similar challenges. Tune in to hear Amber's inspiring tale and discover how she turned her darkest moments into a journey of empowerment.