"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.
Who are you when everything changes?
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Hi Reader, What happens when the things you thought defined you suddenly disappear? Your career, your money, your reputation. How do you start over? This week, I sat down with Edward DuCoin, an entrepreneur who knows what it feels like to lose almost everything. After a legal battle turned his life upside down, Edward spent years carrying shame and keeping his story to himself. We talked about how he found his way forward, learned to let go of constant worry, and began using his experience to help others. One thing that really stood out to me was this: You are more than the worst thing that has happened to you. It’s an honest conversation about shame, identity, resilience, and finding hope when life feels overwhelming. Take care, P.S. If you know someone going through a difficult season or struggling with shame, share this episode with them. A reminder that things can change might be exactly what they need to hear. |
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, What if understanding the biology behind addiction could change how we see ourselves and the people we love? This week, I’m revisiting my conversation with Dr. Evelyn Higgins about genes, biomarkers, and epigenetics. We explore how our biology, stress, trauma, and environment can all play a role in addiction. One thing I really appreciated about this conversation is how it challenges the idea that addiction is a moral failing. Understanding what’s happening in the body can help...
Hi Reader, Have you ever noticed that certain struggles seem to repeat from one generation to the next? Addiction, depression, unhealthy relationships, and other mental health challenges can run in families. Genetics can play a role, but so can the behaviors, coping skills, and family dynamics we learn growing up. Sometimes, what feels like a personal struggle is also part of a bigger family pattern. Here is why that matters: understanding your family history can help you better understand...
Hi Reader, Growing up, did you ever feel like your feelings came second to a parent’s needs? Maybe you learned to stay quiet, avoid conflict, or make yourself smaller to keep the peace. This week, I’m sharing my conversation with Julie L. Hall, author of The Narcissist in Your Life. Julie grew up in a narcissistic family and knows firsthand how confusing those experiences can be. We talk about how these family patterns develop, how they can affect children well into adulthood, and why...