From Dr. Phil to Decade-Long Sobriety: Amanda's Journey
Episode Overview
Amanda Crossley shares her journey from heroin addiction to sobriety. Discusses the impact of public shaming on Dr. Phil. Explores family dynamics and support during recovery. Highlights career success and motherhood post-addiction. Offers valuable lessons learned from her recovery journey.
The hardest thing to hear is 'I'm disappointed in you' from my dad.
In this gripping episode of Chasing Heroine, Jeannine Coulter Lindgren welcomes Amanda Crossley, whose life story is nothing short of remarkable. Amanda and her two sisters all fell into heroin addiction while living with their parents in New Jersey. Their desperate situation led Amanda to reach out to Dr. Phil for help, resulting in one of the most infamous episodes in the show's history. The sisters were publicly chastised and sent to separate treatment centres across the country.
Nearly a decade later, Amanda has transformed her life, achieving sobriety, marriage, motherhood, and career success. But what happened to her sisters? This episode dives into Amanda's journey from rock bottom to a life filled with hope and achievement. You'll hear about her struggles, the challenges of public shaming, and the long road to recovery. Amanda's candid reflections offer a raw and honest look at addiction and the power of resilience.
Whether you're battling addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Amanda's story is both inspiring and educational. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around and what lessons she has learned along the way. Don't miss this powerful episode that underscores the importance of never giving up, no matter how bleak things may seem.