by Duane Osterlind | Nov 6, 2023 | Addiction
When you’re grappling with life’s toughest struggles, it can be incredibly hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Our guest, Halima Anderson, knows this all too well. As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), Halima faced the challenges of alcohol...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 23, 2023 | Addiction, Physical Recovery, Recovery, Woodworking
Have you ever wondered how a person can turn adversity into triumph, and then use their victory to uplift others? Today’s guest, Randall Bowman, has an incredible story of resilience that you cannot miss. An Indigenous business owner, woodworker, and a living...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 16, 2023 | Addiction, Athlete, Health, Vegan
What does it take to overcome life’s grueling trials? On today’s episode, Duane sits down with Todd Crandell, an elite athlete and founder of Racing for Recovery, who transformed his life’s trajectory by battling and conquering addiction. Discover the...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 9, 2023 | Addiction, Author, Neuroscience, Science
: Why is addiction so hard to control? Does that mean addiction can’t be treated? On today’s episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, Duane talks to Dr. Paul Kaloostian. Dr. Paul Kaloostian is a neurosurgeon in Los Angeles as well as an author. His books include The...
by Duane Osterlind | Oct 2, 2023 | Addiction, Family
As we navigate the trials and tribulations of life, it’s essential to remember that we’re not alone. Like many of us, our guest for this episode, Elizabeth Cirrito, has journeyed through the dark tunnels of addiction, grief, and trauma. However, even in...
by Duane Osterlind | Sep 25, 2023 | Addiction, Depression, Mental Health, Therapy
The fear of abandonment is universal. The problem is – we try to medicate that feeling with whatever gives us instant gratification (drugs, alcohol, food, television, sleeping, social media, shopping, etc.) Whatever that looks like, addiction can stem from an...
