Hi Reader, I just released a truly moving episode of The Addicted Mind podcast that I think you'll connect with deeply. This week, I had the privilege of speaking with Beau Williams, author of One Year With My Soulmate. Beau shares his powerful and emotional story of navigating life after the heartbreaking loss of his partner, Melanie. From her struggles with unresolved trauma and dependency to his own transformative healing process in Bali, Beau opens up in a way that will resonate with...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Ever feel like you're caught in a painful cycle that you can’t break free from? Whether it’s addiction, anxiety, depression, or just feeling overwhelmed by life, I’ve been there too. Here’s the hard truth—we make the struggle worse by fighting reality. But I’ve got good news. There’s a way out, and it starts with something called radical acceptance. In our latest podcast episode, Eric and I break down this life-changing tool from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) that’s helped...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Are you allowing yourself the grace to celebrate each small victory on your recovery path? Healing isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. Think of recovery like planting a seed. At first, it might not look like much... But with consistent watering (aka self-care) and sunlight (support from your community), it grows. Some days, weeds (stress, triggers) might sneak in—that’s okay. Pull them out and keep tending to your garden. The truth? Every small step forward matters....
22 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I’m excited to share our latest podcast episode with you. It’s a powerful story of hope, compassion, and the kind of transformation we rarely associate with life behind bars. This week, I sit down with Olivia Sproat, a provisional psychologist and former counselor, who takes us into a groundbreaking women’s rehabilitation prison in Australia. What makes this place different? With a recidivism rate of just 6% (compared to the usual 40%), Wandoo prison is rewriting the narrative...
23 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Picture those moments when you’ve promised yourself things would be different, only to face the same struggles again. If this resonates, our latest podcast episode was made for you. From Shame to Science is an eye-opening solo episode by Duane Osterlind that redefines how we understand addiction. Duane dismantles the harmful myth that addiction is a moral failing and replaces it with science-based insights on how addiction truly works. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll discover: How...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Life can sometimes feel like a constant storm of challenges, leaving you stuck in a cycle of “what ifs” and worries. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the endless decisions and changes coming your way—but here's the truth: Every big challenge boils down to a handful of choices. When you take a step back, you gain clarity. Maybe it’s deciding to lean into discomfort as a sign of healing, or finding the strength to accept what’s out of your control. Perhaps it’s realizing that...
29 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, This week on The Addicted Mind podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome a true legend, Dion DiMucci. You may know him as the voice behind classics like “Runaround Sue” and “The Wanderer,” but Dion’s life is a story of resilience, transformation, and profound wisdom. After battling addiction and achieving over 57 years of sobriety, Dion has become a beacon of hope for those on the path of recovery. He opens up about the pivotal role of faith, a 12-step recovery program, and the power of...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Ever felt like you're drowning in endless decisions, unsure of the “right” way forward? You're not alone. Decision paralysis is something we all face, and it can be overwhelming. That's why I’m so excited to share our latest podcast episode with you, When Life Gets Overwhelming The Only 4 Choices That Actually Matter. Together with my brother Eric, I break down a powerful framework based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy to show you how every complex situation actually comes down to...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, 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 our fullest potential and lock us in cycles of addiction. They shine a light on the top seven distortions, from all-or-nothing thinking to personalization and blame, and offer practical tips for challenging and changing these...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read