The Addicted Mind Podcast

By: Duane Osterlind LMFT
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  • "The Addicted Mind Podcast" offers hope, understanding, and guidance for those dealing with addiction, with real stories and research to inspire and show the journey to recovery is worth it. We're here to do more than just talk about addiction. We want to show you how to heal and recover. Our talks with experts and people who have beaten addiction give you important insights into how addiction affects the mind and how recovery can happen in many ways. Whether we're looking at new treatment ideas or sharing stories that inspire, "The Addicted Mind Podcast" is all about understanding the complex world of addiction recovery and showing that recovery is possible. If you or someone you care about is dealing with the challenges of addiction, let "The Addicted Mind Podcast" be your friend and guide. We aim to give you the knowledge you need, share stories that inspire you, and show you that the journey to recovery is worth it. Subscribe now to be part of a community focused on learning, healing, and changing for the better. Your journey to a healthier mind and life begins right here.
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  • 302: Skateboarding Across America: Chad Caruso's Journey

    302: Skateboarding Across America: Chad Caruso's Journey
    Sep 30 2024
    Join us as we welcome Chad Caruso, a remarkable skateboarder and YouTuber who not only conquered a Guinness World Record but also turned his life around by skating solo across America to raise addiction awareness. Chad shares his powerful story of overcoming painkiller addiction following a knee injury and the subsequent loss of his skateboarding identity. Learn how he transformed his struggles into strengths, channeling his obsessive tendencies into positive, value-driven pursuits. In our conversation, Chad opens up about the multiple obstacles he faced, from financial debt to relationship troubles, and how he rebuilt his life through goal-setting and positive change. We discuss the unique challenges of maintaining sobriety in a culture that often glorifies partying, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Chad emphasizes the importance of community support and the shift in perception surrounding skateboarding, highlighting its benefits as a healthy and fulfilling activity. In this episode, you will hear: Chad Caruso's journey from painkiller addiction to sobriety. Overcoming financial debt and relationship issues through goal-setting. Starting a YouTube channel during early sobriety to give back to the skateboarding community. The challenges and rewards of skating 3,146 miles across America for addiction awareness. The importance of community support and shifting perceptions of skateboarding. Finding fulfillment and purpose through pursuing passions and helping others. Follow and Review: We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: NovusMindfulLife.com Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • TAM+38 - The Power of Caring About The Right Things

    TAM+38 - The Power of Caring About The Right Things
    Sep 26 2024
    Ever feel like you're caring about all the wrong things? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the art of caring about the right things. They explore how aligning your thoughts, words, and actions can lead to true happiness and fulfillment. The hosts kick things off with a powerful quote from Mahatma Gandhi about finding harmony in life. They then dive into why so many of us, especially those struggling with addiction or mental health issues, often find ourselves caring about things that don't really matter. Duane and Eric offer practical advice on how to identify your core values and use them as a compass for decision-making. They explain how this approach can reduce stress, boost resilience, and help you navigate life's challenges more effectively. The episode breaks down a five-step process to help listeners start living a more congruent life. These steps include identifying core values, assessing current focus, practicing mindful decision-making, letting go of the uncontrollable, and cultivating self-compassion. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasize that aligning with your true values is an ongoing process that requires patience and self-compassion. They remind listeners that it's not about becoming indifferent, but about being intentional with your care and energy. This episode, based on positive psychology, is packed with insights and practical tips for anyone looking to live a more authentic and fulfilling life. Whether you're in recovery or simply seeking personal growth, you'll find valuable guidance on how to care about the right things and create harmony in your life. Download: Caring About The Right Things worksheet. Join Our Deep Dive, where we discuss this episode in depth. Register Here: https://theaddictedmind.com/deepdive Click Here to Join the TAM + Community Waitlist. Get the support you need. TAM+ Ep 9 Embrace the Now: How Radically Accepting Reality Can Transform Your Life Key Topics Identifying and aligning with core values The impact of caring about the wrong things Mindful decision-making based on personal values Letting go of uncontrollable factors Cultivating self-compassion in the process of change The link between value alignment and stress reduction Practical steps for living a more congruent life Timestamps [00:01:18] Introduction to the topic of caring about the right things [00:02:52] Discussion on finding harmony and happiness [00:05:30] The power to change and align with true values [00:07:11] Steps to identify and focus on what truly matters [00:10:25] Breakdown of the five-step process for living a congruent life [00:13:44] Importance of letting go of the uncontrollable [00:15:44] Closing thoughts and worksheet information Follow and Review: We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery Center NovusMindfulLife.com We want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmind Disclaimer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • 301: Transformative Approaches to Family Recovery with Jeff Jones

    301: Transformative Approaches to Family Recovery with Jeff Jones
    Sep 23 2024
    Hear strategies to break the cycle of addiction and transform family dynamics in our latest episode featuring Jeff Jones, a seasoned professional counselor and family recovery coach. Jeff opens up about his personal journey and how it fuels his mission to help families combat addiction, urging the importance of removing shame and advocating for early intervention. Learn actionable steps and gain practical insights on how families can become an integral part of their loved one's recovery process, fostering a supportive and hopeful environment. Discover the hidden complexities of codependency within families affected by addiction. Jeff discusses how codependent behaviors often stem from childhood, impacting personal identity and complicating recovery efforts. By sharing his own experiences and professional insights, Jeff underscores the significance of viewing addiction separate from the individual's core being. This nuanced understanding helps families provide the necessary support without enabling addictive behaviors, promoting healthier relationships and more effective recovery strategies. In this episode, you will hear: Jeff Jones' personal journey and its impact on his mission to help families. The importance of removing shame and advocating for early intervention. Understanding the complexities of codependency and its impact on personal identity. Recognizing and transforming unconscious family roles in addiction recovery. The significance of compassionate boundary-setting Empowering families to support their loved ones through holistic and actionable strategies. Follow and Review: We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Supporting Resources: NovusMindfulLife.com https://thefamilyrecoverysolution.com/ Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins
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I really like this podcast, the guests he has are really insightful and I'm learning so much!

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Amazingly Positive & Powerful Podcast

My boyfriend and I are recovering addicts and we love listening to this podcast. I especially love the addicted mind plus ones. They're short and easy to squeeze in with my cup of coffee in the morning and they offer helpful tools to apply to your everyday life.

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