by Duane | Jun 4, 2025 | TAM+, Uncategorized
Picture yourself staring in the mirror at 3 AM, promising yourself that tomorrow will be different, while that familiar voice whispers “you’re weak” and “what’s wrong with you?” If this sounds familiar, you need to hear this...
by Duane | May 28, 2025 | TAM+, Uncategorized
Have you ever felt completely stuck when facing a difficult situation? Like you’re drowning in endless possibilities and can’t find your way forward? You’re not alone. Most of us get trapped in decision paralysis, overthinking every angle until...
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 | May 14, 2025 | Addiction, TAM+, Uncategorized
The Liberation of Letting Go: Finding Joy in What You Choose to Miss Have you ever felt that nagging anxiety when you miss a social gathering, decline an invitation, or don’t immediately respond to a text? That feeling has a name—FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)—and...
by Duane | May 7, 2025 | TAM+
Ever felt like recovery is a mountain that’s just too steep to climb? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind tackles the most damaging myths that keep people trapped in cycles of addiction and shame....
by Duane Osterlind | May 6, 2025 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Brain, Change, Neuroscience, Recovery, Rewiring The Brain, Science, Trauma
After enduring the chaos of addiction and the devastation of personal loss, Dr. Devin Effinger emerged with a new perspective and a mission to explore the healing potential of neuroscience. At just 15, a traumatic brain injury set the stage for a tumultuous journey...