"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.
New Episode: Tools to survive overwhelming moments
|
Hi Reader, We just released a new episode of The Addicted Mind + Podcast that I think you’ll find really helpful. It’s all about those overwhelming moments we all face. When panic, anger, or shame hits so hard that it feels like you have to do something, anything, to make it stop. In this episode, Eric and I break down four powerful crisis survival skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These aren’t “feel-good” tricks—they’re real, body-based tools you can use to ride out the storm without making things worse. From the dive reflex that slows your heart instantly, to quick bursts of movement that burn off adrenaline, these skills give you a way to survive the moment without turning to old, destructive habits. The best part? Every time you use them, you’re proving to yourself that you can handle the intensity, and that’s how real change sticks. All the best, P.S. Even if you don’t need these skills today, tuck them away—you never know when they might come in handy. |
The Addicted Mind Podcast
"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.
Hi Reader, This week on The Addicted Mind + Podcast, Eric and I are diving into the Stages of Change Model, a super practical way to understand where you’re at in your journey and how to move forward. We talk through all six stages—pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and yes, even relapse. What I love about this model is that it reminds us that change isn’t a straight line. It’s normal to hit bumps, restart, and keep going. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or...
Hi Reader, Think journaling means pouring your soul into pages every night? Nope. It can be as simple as one sentence. At the end of your day, jot down a single line: how you felt, what you noticed, or one thing you’re grateful for. That’s it. Done. Why it works: the act of naming your experience creates awareness, and awareness builds growth. Even short reflections help your brain process emotions, calm stress, and notice patterns. Over time, those small sentences start to tell a bigger...
Hi Reader, This week’s episode is a powerful one. I sat down with Lisa Smith, a TEDx speaker and author, who shares her family’s journey through her son’s addiction. What stood out most is her concept of parallel recovery—the idea that families can play an active role in healing by working on their own fears and recovery needs. We talk about what it means to see addiction as a family disease, why boundaries can actually be acts of compassion, and how families can move from fear-driven...