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 15, 2024 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Addiction Treatment, Medical Treatment, Mental Health
Unlock the secrets of biochemical restoration with Joseph Eisele, a true authority on the subject, as he joins us to shed light on the profound connection between our body’s chemistry and the road to recovery from addiction. Joe’s poignant narrative of his...
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...
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 | Jul 3, 2023 | Addiction, LGBTQ, Mental Health
NOTE: Since the date of recording this episode, our guest for this week has decided to gender transition. While you’ll hear her referred to by her previous name (often called a ‘deadname’) in the episode, we’ve updated the show notes to reflect this. Her name is Hana...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 13, 2023 | ADD, Addiction, Addiction, ADHD, Sex Addiction, Sexuality
ENJOY THIS REBROADCAST OF EPISODE 13 DR. JOHN SEALY ! Part of the work we do to treat addiction is to work through the other preexisting conditions and environmental factors that could contribute to addictive behavior. Those who suffer from a co-morbid condition will...
