by Duane Osterlind | Oct 5, 2026 | Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Cutlure, Environment, Recovery, Stigma
Maybe you’ve watched someone you love do something that makes no sense, something that’s clearly hurting them and everyone around them, and you’ve asked, “Why would anyone choose this?” Or maybe you’ve asked that question...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 31, 2026 | Addiction, Anxiety, Brain, neuroplasticity, Neuroscience, Pain Management, Rewiring The Brain, Science, Trauma
In this episode of The Addicted Mind, host Duane Osterlind speaks with orthopedic spine surgeon Dr. David Hanscom about his book, Calm Your Body, Heal Your Mind. They explore the deep physiological connection between chronic pain, anxiety, and addiction,...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 24, 2026 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Shame, Shame, Shame Compass
In this episode, host Duane Osterlind welcomes physician, trauma-informed coach, and author Dr. Frank Spinelli for an honest conversation about trauma, addiction, and the root causes of shame. Dr. Spinelli shares his personal story—from surviving childhood...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 10, 2026 | Addiction, AI, Healthcare, immediate help during critical moments, Recovery, Recovery Centers, Techniques, technology, text-based re-engagement tools
In this episode, host Duane Osterlind sits down with David Sichel —entrepreneur, founder of Blue Shirt Media, and creator of Sober Transport. David shares his personal journey through addiction, multiple relapses, and long-term recovery, alongside how those...
by Duane Osterlind | Jul 13, 2026 | Accident, Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Athlete, Change, Dog dash 3k, Dogs, Emotions, Freeing the Mind, German Shepard, Giving back, Health, Health, Healthcare, Injury, Injury Recovery, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Sports
In this powerful episode of The Addictive Mind, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Christian Struthers to discuss his incredible journey from an ego-driven lifestyle of addiction to surviving a catastrophic, near-fatal car accident. Christian shares how a...
