by Duane Osterlind | Mar 18, 2024 | Addiction, Author, Drug Addiction, Family, opioids, Parenting
Our guest on this episode of the Addicted Mind podcast is Maureen Cavanagh, author and founder of Magnolia New Beginnings. Maureen’s family had a long history of addiction, but since she was not personally prone to addiction, she thought that she knew the formula to...
by Duane Osterlind | Mar 11, 2024 | Abuse, Addiction, Eating Disorders, Family, Health, Recovery, Sexual Abuse, Trauma
The echoes of a troubled past can often linger long into our future, but for Kelly Wallace, they became the stepping stones toward a life of resilience and healing. As she recounts the harrowing experiences of childhood sexual abuse and the complex aftermath of...
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 | Aug 2, 2023 | Addiction, Author, Family, Grief & Loss, Mental Health
Can we navigate the turbulent waters of personal loss and addiction using the compass of ‘Conscious Bravery’? Meet Pamela Brinker, a psychotherapist of 32 years, who has had a firsthand experience with these channeling circumstances. Pamela generously...
by Duane Osterlind | May 1, 2023 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery Groups, Family, Parenting, Recovery, Relationships and Addiction
A lot of people who may be struggling with a family member that is in the throes of addiction think the person needs to go get help. But there’s this whole system that probably has to be addressed. In this episode, Duane and Dr. Brooke Keels discuss the...
