
Episode 349: Wise Effort: Embracing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with Dr. Diana Hill
Join us for an enriching conversation with Dr. Diana Hill, a leading voice in the world of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as she shares insights from her latest book, "Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most". Dr. Hill leads us on...

TAM+ EP 83 Unlocking the Impact of Childhood Trauma: The ACEs Study
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the groundbreaking ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study. This research revealed how childhood trauma significantly impacts mental, physical, and emotional health in adulthood. By...

Episode 348: Transforming Addiction Recovery: Harnessing AI for Personal and Family Support with Brad Sorte
Brad Sorte, co-founder of Sober Companion AI, shares his remarkable journey from battling addiction to harnessing the power of AI to transform recovery processes. With nearly two decades of experience under his belt, Brad provides insights into how AI is making...

TAM+ EP82 Putting Your Inner Critic on Trial: Rewiring Your Brain’s Negative Voice
What if the harshest critic you've ever known lives inside your own head? That relentless voice telling you you're not good enough, you'll never change, you always mess things up – it's been running the show for far too long. In this eye-opening episode, hosts Duane...

Episode 347: From Denial to Recovery: Melissa Fletcher Stoeltje’s Journey Through High-Functioning Alcoholism and Healing
Melissa Fletcher Stoeltje’s story is one that resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced the hidden struggles of addiction. Imagine maintaining a successful career while secretly battling high-functioning alcoholism. Melissa opens up about her journey from...

TAM+ EP81 ANTs in Your Brain: The Secret to Breaking Free From Negative Thinking
Have you ever felt like your mind was invaded by a constant stream of tiny, negative whispers? Like there's an army of ants crawling through your head, each one carrying a toxic message that you're not good enough, you can't handle it, or you're going to fail? In this...

Episode 346: Revolutionizing Addiction Treatment: Insights from ‘Mother of Methadone’ with Dr. Melody Glenn
Melody Glenn, an addiction and emergency medicine physician with a flair for creative writing, joins Duane to share insights from her upcoming book, "Mother of Methadone: A Doctor's Quest, a Forgotten History, and a Modern Day Crisis." Together, they unpack the legacy...

TAM+ EP80 The Johari Window: How Self-Understanding Transforms Recovery and Relationships
In this exciting episode of Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the fascinating world of the Johari Window, a powerful tool for enhancing self-awareness and understanding in relationships. They explore how this simple yet profound model can...

Episode 345: Redefining Recovery: Dr. Adi Jaffe’s Journey from Addiction to Empowerment
Facing the relentless grip of meth addiction and the imminent threat of prison, Dr. Adi Jaffe's life seemed destined for darkness. Yet, from this adversity emerged a transformative story of resilience and redemption. Dr. Jaffe now stands as a guiding light for those...

TAM+ EP79 Why Fighting Your Pain Might Be Making It Worse: The Power of Creative Hopelessness
What if everything you've been told about overcoming your struggles is backwards? What if the very act of fighting your anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma is actually making it worse? In this powerful episode, Duane and Eric dive into one of the most...

344: Overcoming Addiction: Richard Taite’s Journey to Recovery and the Power of Personalized Treatment
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Richard Taite, a leading figure in addiction treatment who has transformed his own life and countless others. Richard takes us through his 25-year battle with addiction, highlighting moments of despair like homelessness, and...

TAM+ EP 78 Beyond Overwhelm: Staying Within Your Window of Tolerance
Stop Feeling Stuck: The Power of Goals and Habit Formation Today's episode dives into the essential topics of goal setting and habit formation, especially focusing on how they can help break the cycle of addiction, anxiety, and depression. Duane Osterlind and Eric...

TAM+ EP77 – The Power of Goals and Habit Formation
Stop Feeling Stuck: The Power of Goals and Habit Formation Today's episode dives into the essential topics of goal setting and habit formation, especially focusing on how they can help break the cycle of addiction, anxiety, and depression. Duane Osterlind and Eric...

Feeling Your Feelings and Being Okay With It with Justin B. Long
Today on The Addicted Mind Podcast, I sit down with Justin B. Long to explore a journey that will resonate deeply with so many of you listening. Justin opens his heart about childhood trauma and how alcohol became his desperate attempt to silence the pain that began...

TAM+ EP76 – The Power of Caring About The Right Things
Ever feel like you’re pouring your energy into the wrong things? You’re not alone. In this game-changing episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind tackle the secret to caring about the right things. They take a deep dive into how aligning your...