by Duane Osterlind | Mar 11, 2024 | Abuse, Addiction, Eating Disorders, Family, Health, Recovery, Sexual Abuse, Trauma
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Mar 6, 2024 | Anxiety, Mindfulness, TAM+, Tips, Tools
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....
by Duane Osterlind | Mar 5, 2024 | Addiction, Ketamine, Mental Health, Therapy
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 28, 2024 | Easy Steps, Meditiation, Rumination, TAM+, Tips
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,...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 26, 2024 | 12-step, Addiction, Addiction, Addiction Recovery Groups, History, Theatre
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 21, 2024 | Depression, Easy Steps, Emotions, Recovery, Shame, Shame Compass, TAM+, Therapy, Tips
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 19, 2024 | Addiction, Goal Setting, Harm Reduction, Sobriety Curious, Therapy
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 14, 2024 | Easy Steps, Intrusive Thoughts, TAM+, Tips
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 12, 2024 | Addiction, Film, opioids, Sober Living
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...
by Duane Osterlind | Feb 8, 2024 | Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Easy Steps, Intrusive Thoughts, Mindfulness, Rumination, TAM+, Tips
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...
