TAM+ Episode 49: Breaking Down Walls: The Healing Power of Self-Disclosure in Recovery

TAM+ Episode 49: Breaking Down Walls: The Healing Power of Self-Disclosure in Recovery

Ever feel like you're carrying a secret that's too heavy to share? In this powerful episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore why sharing our authentic stories is crucial for lasting recovery. They dive into how keeping parts of...

TAM+48: Episode: Breaking Free: How Toxic Relationships Threaten Your Recovery

TAM+48: Episode: Breaking Free: How Toxic Relationships Threaten Your Recovery

Have you ever left a conversation feeling completely drained, questioning yourself, or worse – thinking about relapsing? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane Osterlind tackles the crucial but often overlooked aspect of recovery:...

Episode 311: Fostering Secure Attachments with Dr. Mary Crocker Cook

Episode 311: Fostering Secure Attachments with Dr. Mary Crocker Cook

Dr. Mary Crocker Cook graces our latest episode of the Addicted Mind Podcast, bringing her 35 years of expertise in therapy and addiction counseling. We tackle the intricate ties between attachment, addiction, and relationship patterns, particularly spotlighting the...

TAM+ Episode 47: Where You End and Healing Begins: Building Boundaries in Recovery

TAM+ Episode 47: Where You End and Healing Begins: Building Boundaries in Recovery

Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, replaying that moment when you said "yes" but every fiber of your being was screaming "no"? In this transformative episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive deep into one of recovery's...

TAM+ Episode 45: Turn Criticism into Growth: Transforming Your Response to Criticism

TAM+ Episode 45: Turn Criticism into Growth: Transforming Your Response to Criticism

Ever felt like feedback in your recovery journey hits you like a punch to the gut? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into why criticism can feel so painful during recovery and share...

TAM + Episode 43: Breaking Free: Why Shame (Not Guilt) Is Sabotaging Your Recovery

TAM + Episode 43: Breaking Free: Why Shame (Not Guilt) Is Sabotaging Your Recovery

Have you ever noticed that after a slip in recovery, your thoughts immediately jump to "I'm worthless" or "I'm never going to get better"? These aren't just random negative thoughts – they're part of a powerful emotion that might be secretly sabotaging your recovery...

TAM+ Episode 42: From Self-Blame to Self-Compassion: Breaking the Addiction Shame Cycle

TAM+ Episode 42: From Self-Blame to Self-Compassion: Breaking the Addiction Shame Cycle

Are you your own worst enemy in recovery? This episode tackles the hidden barrier that keeps many people stuck in addiction - a harsh inner critic. Hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore how self-blame can sabotage recovery efforts and share research-backed strategies...