Uniquely Qualified
Uniquely Qualified
Podcast Description
Host Liz Ficken connects with guests as they discuss their experience, strength, and hope in overcoming challenges. Empowered guests stand in the truth of their stories while also extending a hand to others who may feel alone, ashamed, or confused in their own struggles. From losing a loved one, to addiction recovery, and everything in between, this podcast is space for everyone to find hope, healing, and connection.
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The podcast focuses on themes of personal resilience, healing, and connection, covering topics such as addiction recovery, chronic illness, grief, and parenting challenges. Episodes highlight inspiring stories, such as Sarah King's journey from tech executive to founder of Aurora House and Colleen's battle against meth addiction, showcasing the power of hope and community support.
Host Liz Ficken connects with guests as they discuss their experience, strength, and hope in overcoming challenges. Empowered guests stand in the truth of their stories while also extending a hand to others who may feel alone, ashamed, or confused in their own struggles. From losing a loved one, to addiction recovery, and everything in between, this podcast is space for everyone to find hope, healing, and connection.
In this, the final installation in Amanda's episode arc, Liz and Amanda celebrate the fact that both of Amanda's daughters are now in long term recovery, living lives that bring them fulfillment and purpose.
Throughout this episode, Amanda and Liz relate to one another as fellows in recovery, sharing personal anecdotes from their life experiences.
This three-part series is dedicated to all families suffering from the disease of addiction, especially those who have or have had children struggling with substance abuse. We see you, we support you, and we recognize the many ways a heart can break as a part of this vicious cycle.
Show notes:
- Amanda mentions an educational film that was shown to her when her middle daughter was admitted into rehab and suggests it to listeners as an accessible way to learn about the brain science of addiction. The title of the film: Pleasure Unwoven
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