Hi Reader, Today, I want to talk about a small but mighty word: yet. It’s the word that turns “I can’t” into “I can… just not at this moment.”In addiction recovery, we often want big changes right now. We want to feel better, show up better, and stay consistent. But healing isn’t a straight line — it’s more like a plot twist-filled Netflix series. So when that voice pops up and says…“I’ll never get the hang of this recovery stuff.”Try adding one tiny word: yet. ✨ “I don’t have it figured out…...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, In the latest episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, I got to talk with Jane Chen — the incredible co-founder of Embrace Global, the company behind a portable infant incubator that has saved over a million babies around the world. Jane opens up about the drive that fueled her mission… and how that same drive pushed her to the edge of burnout. We talk about what happens when you’re so focused on helping others that you forget to help yourself. She shares how learning to be...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, One thing I’ve learned over the years is that we heal through connection, not isolation. Relationships play such a huge role in recovery—but sometimes they’re also the hardest part to figure out. In this week’s episode of The Addicted Mind + Podcast, Eric and I dive into the topic of attachment—how the way we learned to connect as kids can show up in our adult relationships (and in recovery). We talk about the different attachment styles—secure, anxious, dismissive, and fearful—and...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Let’s talk about one of recovery’s quiet troublemakers: procrastination. It doesn’t shout or slam doors—it just whispers, “I’ll deal with it later.” But here’s the thing: procrastination isn’t laziness. It’s often avoidance—avoiding discomfort, fear, or uncertainty. And in recovery, that can keep us stuck in old cycles. The longer we delay taking action, the louder those uncomfortable feelings get… and the easier it becomes to reach for old coping habits. So how do you beat it?...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, This week on The Addicted Mind Podcast, I sat down with licensed therapist and coach Katie Vernoy to talk about something a lot of us in helping roles struggle with—sacrificial helpers’ syndrome. It’s what happens when we give more than we have to the people we serve—working long hours, skipping meals, or putting our own needs aside because we care so deeply. Katie knows this pattern firsthand, and she shares how it led her to burnout before realizing that true helping has to...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things in recovery—changing routines, cutting out triggers, maybe even quitting a substance—but still not feeling truly free? I’ve been there. In this week’s episode of The Addicted Mind + Podcast, Eric and I talk about something called second-order change—the kind of deep, transformational work that helps you move beyond just managing symptoms. We break down the difference between first-order change (the quick fixes that keep...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Here’s something that might surprise you: most cravings only last about 15 minutes. That’s it. They feel endless, but they’re more like waves—they rise, peak, and pass. This is called the Craving Curve, and knowing how it works can help you ride out the urge instead of getting swept up in it. When a craving hits, remind yourself: “This is temporary.” Set a timer for 15 minutes, breathe, go for a walk, call someone, or distract your brain with something simple. The key is to stay...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, This week’s episode is an inspiring one. I sat down with Dr. Scott Teitelbaum, who went from being a successful pediatrician to losing everything—his medical license, his marriage, and his sense of self—because of addiction. Scott shares how hitting rock bottom became the turning point that led him to rebuild his life and career, eventually becoming an expert in addiction medicine and psychiatry. His honesty about denial, humility, and the power of mentorship really struck me. It’s...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Have you ever caught yourself replaying the same thought over and over—like your brain just can’t find the “off” switch? That’s rumination, and it can quietly drain your energy and peace of mind. In this week’s episode of The Addicted Mind + Podcast, Eric and I unpack what rumination really is, why it happens, and most importantly, how to stop getting stuck in the loop. We talk about the difference between reflection (which helps us grow) and rumination (which keeps us trapped),...
24 days ago • 1 min read