by Duane Osterlind | Sep 2, 2024 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness
When Nick Padlo hit rock bottom, he never expected that a serene meditation garden would be the catalyst for a profound transformation. As a West Point graduate and Army combat veteran, Nick’s journey through addiction and mental health struggles led him...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 22, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Easy Steps, Shame, TAM+
Have you ever felt like reaching out for help is a sign of weakness? You’re not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Addicted Mind podcast, hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind delve into the powerful impact of asking for help on the journey to...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 12, 2024 | Addiction, Comedy, Recovery
Imagine finding your true calling amidst the chaos of addiction recovery. That’s exactly what happened to Patrick Holbert, a former TV producer who took a leap of faith and became a stand-up comedian. In this episode, Patrick shares his incredible journey of...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 8, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Intrusive Thoughts, Mindfulness
Welcome to the Addicted Mind podcast! Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’m either a success or a complete failure”? This episode is for you. In this episode, we dive deep into the pervasive issue of black-and-white thinking, also known as...
by Duane Osterlind | Jul 22, 2024 | 12-step, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Recovery, Sober Living, Spirituality, Therapy
What happens when the traditional 12-step recovery program doesn’t quite fit your belief system? Licensed marriage and family therapist Jeffrey Munn joins Duane to share his deeply personal journey through addiction and recovery, which led him to author...
by Duane Osterlind | Jul 18, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction Awareness, Easy Steps, Goal Setting, Therapy, Tips
In this episode of The Addicted Mind PLUS, Eric and Duane dive deep into the often-overlooked topic of perfectionism and its profound impact on recovery journeys. They explore different dimensions of perfectionism, from self-imposed standards to societal expectations,...
