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TAM+ Episode 34: Rest and Recover: Why Sleep is the Missing Piece in Your Recovery Journey
Are you feeling drained, irritable, and on edge, even though you're doing everything right in your recovery? The missing piece of your puzzle might be as simple as getting a good night's sleep. In this eye-opening episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and...
Episode 297: Building a Sober Life One Day at a Time with Justin McClure
Can small, consistent changes truly lead to a life-changing transformation? Join us on the Addicted Mind podcast as we sit down with Justin McClure, a Forbes top creator and acclaimed TED Talk speaker, who shares his extraordinary journey from the grip of addiction to...
TAM+ Episode 33: Beyond Shame and Stigma: The Life-Changing Power of Asking for Help
Have you ever felt like reaching out for help is a sign of weakness? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of the Addicted Mind podcast, hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind delve into the powerful impact of asking for help on the journey to recovery....
Episode 296: Rebroadcast Treating Addiction and Breaking Free From a Narcissistic Family Structure with Julie Hall
Everyone has a level of healthy narcissism. We all see things through our lens to some degree. The narcissist, however, has pathological levels of self-involvement and he or she experiences fundamental developmental deficits early on in life. According to author and...
TAM+ Episode 32: From Emotional Chaos to Calm: Debunking Common Emotion Myths
Have you ever felt like your emotions are running the show, pushing and pulling you in directions you don’t want to go? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind dive deep into the world of emotion...
Episode 295: Finding Sobriety and Laughter: Patrick Holbert’s Journey from Addiction to Stand-Up Comedy
Imagine finding your true calling amidst the chaos of addiction recovery. That’s exactly what happened to Patrick Holbert, a former TV producer who took a leap of faith and became a stand-up comedian. In this episode, Patrick shares his incredible journey of...
TAM+ Episode 31: Thinking in Gray: Transforming All-or-Nothing Mindsets in Addiction
Welcome to the Addicted Mind podcast! Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm either a success or a complete failure"? This episode is for you. In this episode, we dive deep into the pervasive issue of black-and-white thinking, also known as dichotomous thinking...
Episode 294: Chris Hubbard on NFL Pressures, Personal Loss, and Mental Health Advocacy
How do you manage the weight of expectation and the emotional toll of personal loss while thriving in the high-stakes world of professional football? Join us Duane as he sits down with Chris Hubbard, a celebrated NFL player and a fervent mental health advocate. From...
TAM+ Episode 30: Unmasking Family Roles: Breaking Free from Dysfunctional Cycles
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric dive deep into the unspoken roles that families often fall into, especially when dealing with addiction. They explore how these roles—like the hero, caretaker, scapegoat, mascot, and lost child—can perpetuate...
Episode 293: Finding Emotional Freedom Through Sobriety with Veronica Valli
Can you imagine a life where alcohol isn’t the centerpiece of your social interactions? In this episode, Duane sits down with Veronica Valli, a recovery coach and psychotherapist, who challenges the deeply ingrained belief that a fulfilling life must include alcohol....
TAM+ Episode 29: Escaping The Happiness Trap: Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Goals
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic goals and how they affect our well-being. Have you ever felt the high of achieving a big goal, only to have that happiness fade away? This...
Episode 292: Personalized Recovery Paths for Atheists with Jeffrey Munn
What happens when the traditional 12-step recovery program doesn’t quite fit your belief system? Licensed marriage and family therapist Jeffrey Munn joins Duane to share his deeply personal journey through addiction and recovery, which led him to author "Staying...
TAM+ Episode 28: Perfectly Imperfect: Overcoming Perfectionism in Recovery
In this episode of The Addicted Mind PLUS, Eric and Duane dive deep into the often-overlooked topic of perfectionism and its profound impact on recovery journeys. They explore different dimensions of perfectionism, from self-imposed standards to societal expectations,...
Episode 291: REPLAY: Figuring It Out – The Power Of Psychological Assessments with Dr. Tracy Zemansky
We have a fantastic guest today. Dr. Tracy Zemansky is here to speak about the fascinating topic of psychological assessment, and how it can help you or your client on a journey of healing. What is a psychological assessment? It’s not what we typically see in...
TAM+ Episode 27: Celebrating the Little Things: How Micro Wins Drive Your Recovery Journey
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the importance of celebrating micro wins in the journey of recovery. They discuss how small victories, often overlooked, play a crucial role in maintaining motivation and building...