by Duane Osterlind | Sep 1, 2025 | Addiction, Author, Emotions, Mental Health, Science, Shame, Shame, Therapy
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...
by Duane | May 21, 2025 | Addiction, Addictive Behaviors, Change, Easy Steps, Habits, TAM+, Therapy
Do you ever feel stuck, like something is silently holding you back from achieving your goals in recovery? You’re not alone. On today’s episode of Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind tackle a subject that hits close to home for many of us: those sneaky,...
by Duane Osterlind | Apr 2, 2025 | Addiction, Anxiety, Change, Depression, Easy Steps, Emotional Triggers, Emotional Well-being, Emotions, Grief & Loss, Habits, Happiness, Health, Therapy
Have you ever felt anxiety, grief, or shame bubbling up and immediately reached for your phone, a drink, or a distraction? That instinct to push away painful feelings is completely normal – but what if that very avoidance is keeping you trapped in unhealthy patterns?...
by Duane Osterlind | Apr 2, 2025 | Addiction, Emotional Well-being, Health, Healthcare, Mental Health, The Connection Cure
Join us on an enlightening journey with award-winning author and journalist Julia Hotz, who shares her insights into the world of social prescribing. Julia’s groundbreaking book, “The Connection Cure,” reveals the transformative power of community...
by Duane Osterlind | Mar 17, 2025 | Addiction, Change, Emotional Well-being, Emotions, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Research, Science, Therapy
Discover the profound insights of Dr. Frederic Luskin, renowned psychologist and director of the Stanford Forgiveness Project, as he unpacks the powerful role forgiveness plays in our lives. Alongside him, a former Episcopal priest Lyndon Harris shares his compelling...
by Duane Osterlind | Mar 6, 2025 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Brain, Easy Steps, Goal Setting, TAM+, Tips, Tools
Imagine this: You’re in the middle of a stressful moment. Your heart races, shame creeps in, and that familiar voice in your head starts up again: “I’m a failure. I’ll never change.” What if you could stop this spiral with just a...
