by Duane Osterlind | Feb 21, 2024 | Depression, Easy Steps, Emotions, Recovery, Shame, Shame Compass, TAM+, Therapy, Tips
In this eye-opening episode, Duane and Eric dive into the often painful topic of shame and how it can trap us in cycles of addiction, anxiety, and self-criticism. They introduce the concept of the shame compass, a tool developed by Donald Nathanson in 1992, which...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 19, 2024 | Addiction, Goal Setting, Harm Reduction, Sobriety Curious, Therapy
Discover a more empathetic approach to addiction care with Ian McLoone, a therapist whose personal battle with substance use offers a unique and insightful perspective. Throughout this discussion, Ian brings forth the importance of understanding the complex humanity...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 14, 2024 | Easy Steps, Intrusive Thoughts, TAM+, Tips
Today’s episode of Addicted Mind Plus is a game-changer for anyone feeling stuck in their journey toward sobriety. Hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive deep into the world of cognitive distortions – those tricky thought patterns that keep us from achieving...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 8, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Easy Steps, Intrusive Thoughts, Mindfulness, Rumination, TAM+, Tips
In this episode of TAM+, hosts Duane and Eric delve into the concept of rumination, shedding light on its impact and providing practical strategies to navigate it. They define rumination as repetitive thought patterns, often negative, that loop incessantly in our...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 1, 2024 | Addiction, Easy Steps, Mental Health, Recovery, TAM+, Tips
This episode dives into the Stages of Change Model, a powerful tool for understanding and navigating personal growth. Hosts Duane and Eric explore the six stages: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and relapse. They emphasize the...
by Duane Osterlind | Jan 25, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Easy Steps, Mindfulness, Recovery, Tips
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about your next steps after achieving sobriety? In the latest episode of “The Addicted Mind Plus,” hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind dive into this crucial yet often overlooked aspect of recovery. They explore four...
