TAM+ Episode 24: Transform Your Story: The Hero’s Journey in Addiction Recovery
In this episode of "The Addicted Mind," Duane and Eric Osterlind explore the concept of the hero's journey and how it applies to addiction recovery. Drawing from Joseph Campbell's work on mythology, they discuss the three phases of the hero's journey—departure,...
TAM+ Episode 22: Unlocking the Impact of Childhood Trauma: The ACEs Study
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the groundbreaking ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) study. This research revealed how childhood trauma significantly impacts mental, physical, and emotional health in adulthood. By...
TAM+ Episode 21: Stability Routine for Early Recovery: Transforming Chaos into a Safe Daily Routine
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind explore the transformative power of routines in recovery. They discuss how establishing a daily routine can bring stability to the chaotic early and mid-stages of recovery, and how it...
TAM+ Episode 20: From Denial to Acceptance: The Emotional Journey of Addiction Recovery
In this episode of The Addicted Mind, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore the profound connection between grief and addiction recovery. Using Elizabeth Kübler-Ross's five stages of grief—denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance—they discuss how these...
TAM+ Episode 19: From Chaos to Clarity: Creating Your Circle Plan for Lasting Sobriety
In this episode of “The Addictive Mind Plus,” hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the transformative power of the Three Circle Plan, a vital tool for those battling both substance and behavioral addictions. They discuss the importance of defining sobriety,...
TAM+ EP 18 From Values to Action: Unlocking Meaning in Every Moment
In this engaging episode of "The Addictive Mind Plus," hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore the transformative concept of meaning-making. Following up on their previous discussion about values, this episode dives deeper into how understanding and aligning with our...
Episode 282: Jesse Carrajat’s Path to Wellness: From Marine to Fitness Mentor
Struggles with alcohol and depression are narratives many may find familiar, but not everyone's story is a journey through the eye of the storm to a place of hope and healing. USMC veteran Jesse Carrajat, our esteemed guest, brings to light his transformation...
TAM+ Episode 17 Harmonizing Life: The Art of Caring About What Truly Matters
Join hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind in this enlightening episode of "The Addicted Mind Plus," where they explore the vital role of values in achieving a harmonious and fulfilling life. Understanding and defining your values is likened to setting a rudder on your...
TAM+ Episode 16: Survival Skills for Sobriety: Creating a Relapse Prevention Plan
In this vital episode of "The Addicted Mind Plus," Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the critical topic of relapse prevention and planning. They stress the importance of being proactive rather than reactive when it comes to maintaining sobriety. The duo discusses how...
TAM+ Episode 15: Beyond Quick Fixes: The Deeper Transformation of Second-Order Change
Are you making changes but feeling stuck in your recovery journey? It could be because you're focusing on first-order changes. These are the surface-level adjustments we make – quitting a substance, changing routines – but they don't address the root of the problem....