by Duane Osterlind | Jul 3, 2023 | Addiction, LGBTQ, Mental Health
NOTE: Since the date of recording this episode, our guest for this week has decided to gender transition. While you’ll hear her referred to by her previous name (often called a ‘deadname’) in the episode, we’ve updated the show notes to reflect this. Her name is Hana...
by Duane Osterlind | Jun 26, 2023 | Addiction, Mentorship, Teens, Therapy, Women Addiction
What if you could conquer a 26-year-long addiction and transform your life in just two years? Join us for a compelling conversation with Nic Kalo, who shares her incredible journey from the depths of drug addiction to a life filled with supportive, goal-driven...
by Duane Osterlind | May 22, 2023 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery Groups, Addiction Treatment, Spirituality
The journey from trauma to peace and acceptance involves an intermediate space of transition. During trauma, the body is in a hyper-vigilant state, leading to pain, hurt, and suffering. Moving away from trauma requires a shift towards something different...
by Duane Osterlind | May 15, 2023 | Addiction, Grief & Loss, Indentity, Mindfulness, Recovery, Shame
Trauma is something that no one would choose to go through, but it can also be an opportunity for personal growth and wisdom. We may all have different stories and personal circumstances, but often, the dynamics at play are very similar in terms of how we...
by Duane Osterlind | May 11, 2023 | Addiction, Film
Movies, as much as they’re entertaining, can also play a major role in addiction recovery. Films and movies tell us a lot about our humanity, and stories in films always follow a very familiar pattern – they’re all about transformation, a relatable theme...
