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Are you stuck in thoughts of worthlessness and self-loathing? Feeling like you are a constant failure and not worthy of anything good? Do your relationships struggle as you try to repair them? Are you trapped by feelings of shame and self-loathing? Does shame cloud your path to happiness and fulfillment?
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Episode 275: Healing Through Writing and Recovery with Kelly Wallace
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...
TAM+ Episode 9: Embrace the Now: How Radically Accepting Reality Can Transform Your Life
In this eye-opening episode of TAM+, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the transformative concept of radical acceptance. They explore how embracing reality as it is—without avoidance or escape—can break the vicious cycle of addiction, anxiety, and depression....
Episode 274: Ketamine’s Role in Carving New Pathways to Hope with Derek DuChesne and Dr. Zaid Fadul
Struggling with mental health can feel like a solitary battle, but there's profound strength in shared experiences. In this episode, Duane speaks with Derek DuChesne and Dr. Zaid Fadul of Better U, a company that provides safe, affordable, clinically-guided at-home...
TAM+ Episode 8: Calming the Chaos Within: Finding Peace Through Meditation
In this episode of "The Addicted Mind," hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the transformative world of mindfulness meditation and its incredible ability to combat rumination. If you've ever found yourself stuck in a loop of repetitive thoughts, replaying past...
Episode 273: Recovery on Stage: The Life-Changing Story of Lenny Bruce, Bill W. and Dr. Bob
In this episode of "The Addicted Mind" podcast, we dive into the inspiring world of Ronnie Marmo, a talented actor, director, and writer with a 25-year journey through addiction, recovery, and the arts. Ronnie opens up about his personal battle with addiction, finding...
TAM+ Episode 7: The Shame Compass: Navigating Out of Addiction and into Recovery
In this eye-opening episode, Duane and Eric dive into the often painful topic of shame and how it can trap us in cycles of addiction, anxiety, and self-criticism. They introduce the concept of the shame compass, a tool developed by Donald Nathanson in 1992, which...
Episode 272: Redefining Addiction Recovery with Ian McLoone
Discover a more empathetic approach to addiction care with Ian McLoone, a therapist whose personal battle with substance use offers a unique and insightful perspective. Throughout this discussion, Ian brings forth the importance of understanding the complex humanity...
TAM+ Episode 6: Unstuck Your Thoughts: 7 Cognitive Distortions Sabotaging Your Recovery
Today's episode of Addicted Mind Plus is a game-changer for anyone feeling stuck in their journey toward sobriety. Hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive deep into the world of cognitive distortions - those tricky thought patterns that keep us from achieving our fullest...
Episode 271: Life After Heroin – Chris Dreisbach’s Tale of Redemption and Aid
Discover resilience and hope as Chris Dreisbach takes us on his harrowing yet uplifting journey from heroin addiction to recovery and entrepreneurial triumph. His narrative illuminates the power of a compassionate justice system and the profound influence it had on...
TAM+ Episode 5: Rumination: I Can’t Get This Thought Out Of My Head
In this episode of TAM+, hosts Duane and Eric delve into the concept of rumination, shedding light on its impact and providing practical strategies to navigate it. They define rumination as repetitive thought patterns, often negative, that loop incessantly in our...
Episode 270: From Trauma’s Depths to Therapeutic Heights with Jason VanRuler
Embark on a transformative journey with Jason VanRuler, a therapist who's turned his own battles with trauma and addiction into a roadmap for healing. Together, Duane and Jason unravel the profound impact of rewriting our inner narratives, a process that Jason has not...
TAM+ Episode 4: Unstuck & Unstoppable: Navigating Change with the Stages of Change Model
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...
Episode 269: Climbing Out of Despair with Hope as Our Guide with Robert Hilliker, PhD
Embark on a transformative journey through the landscapes of hope and despair with the esteemed Robert Hilliker, whose expertise in addiction and mental health frames our latest episode. Discover the vital role hope plays in recovery, and how it intertwines with the...
TAM+ Episode 3: Navigating the Next Steps: Thriving Beyond Sobriety
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about your next steps after achieving sobriety? In the latest episode of "The Addicted Mind Plus," hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind dive into this crucial yet often overlooked aspect of recovery. They explore four...
Episode 268: Unveiling the Success of Cold Laser Therapy in Addiction with Meridee Hlokoff
The moment Meridee Hlokoff realized she'd driven hours without the faintest whisper of a craving was nothing short of miraculous. In this episode, Meridee recounts her incredible transition from a habitual smoker to a smoke-free champion, all thanks to the somewhat...
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