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The Addicted Mind Podcast

Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Mental Health
Addiction Recovery
Addiction
Recovery
Trauma
Community Support
Shame
Mindfulness
Therapy
Self-Compassion
Addiction Treatment
Resilience
Personal Growth
Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Emotional Regulation
Sobriety
Positive Psychology
Family Dynamics
Recovery Journey
Boundaries

"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 af... more

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Latest Episodes

Download: Self-Disclosure in Recovery Worksheet

Ever feel like you're carrying a secret that's too heavy to share? In this powerful episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore why sharing our authentic stories is cruc... more

In this episode of The Addictive Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Brody Miller, a brain rehabilitation researcher and author of Brain Rescue. Dr. Brody shares his incredible journey from suffering a severe traumatic brain injury ... more

The Addicted Mind Podcast: How a Little Becomes a Lot with Eric Zimmer

In this episode, Duane welcomes back Eric Zimmer, host of The One You Feed podcast, behavior coach, and author of the new book, How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Chang... more

Download: Setting Healthy Boundaries Worksheet

Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, replaying that moment when you said "yes" but every fiber of your being was screaming "no"? In this transformative episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, h... more

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Dr. Brody Miller
Author of Brain Rescue; co-creator of Addiction Rescue program
Brain Rescue / Addiction Rescue
Episode: Episode 387:Brain Rescue: Rewiring the Addictive Mind Through Neuroplasticity with Dr. Brody Miller
Eric Zimmer
Host of The One You Feed podcast; behavioral coach; author of How a Little Becomes a Lot
The One You Feed / author
Episode: Episode 386: How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes with Eric Zimmer
Adina Silvestri
Founder of Life Cycle Counseling; specializes in helping women with addiction
Life Cycle Counseling
Episode: Episode 385: Tend and Befriend Women and Addiction Treatment with Adina Silvestri
Muhamad Aly Rifai
Board-certified psychiatrist, internist, and addiction medicine specialist; author of Hijacked Mind, How Addiction Rewires the Soul
Addiction treatment center; Hijacked Mind author
Episode: Episode 384: The Hijacked Mind: The Truth About Kratom, 7-OH, and How Addiction Rewires the Soul with Dr. Muhamad Aly Rifai
Robert Stark
Husband, father, author, and farmer living off the grid in rural Alaska
Author of War Flower and Just Like a Soldier
Episode: Episode 383: War Flower: Sobriety, Self-Compassion, and Off-Grid Healing with Robert Stark
Nawal Roy
Founder and CEO of Holmusk
Holmusk
Episode: Episode 382: Revolutionizing Recovery: Using Data to Speed Up Healing With Nawal Roy
Stan Tatkin
Clinician, researcher, developer of PACT
PACT Institute
Episode: Episode 381: The Neurobiology of Betrayal: Why Trust Shatters and How to Rebuild with Dr. Stan Tatkin
Noel Rihm
Healthcare executive turned co-founder of Kaleidoscope Healing Center; recovery advocate
Kaleidoscope Healing Center
Episode: Episode 380: You’re Not Broken: Moving Beyond “Treatment Resistance” with Noel Rihm and Bill Brady
Bill Brady
Former Wall Street lawyer, turnaround executive; co-founder of Kaleidoscope Healing Center
Kaleidoscope Healing Center
Episode: Episode 380: You’re Not Broken: Moving Beyond “Treatment Resistance” with Noel Rihm and Bill Brady

Hosts

Duane Osterlind
Host with focus on addiction education, recovery guidance, and compassionate engagement.
Eric Osterlind
Co-host focusing on clinical insights and recovery-focused conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Hit the nail on the head!

    Thank you for breaking it down and explaining exactly how I feel as a betrayed partner. I am getting my power back.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R—M--G
    United States2 months ago
  • Saved my life

    This podcast and the hosts I think helped save my life. In a time when I didn’t know where to start I came here. It has got me through so many tough times and provided me tools and resources to help my own mental health and recovery from addiction. This work that you do is a gift to the world and I’m thankful for that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    L!st3n3r
    United States5 months ago
  • Understanding Addiction

    Duane is passionate about helping people understand addiction! He also models what it looks like to show incredible love and compassion and understanding while also describing what firm boundaries and self-care looks like. Listening to these episodes is like taking a class on understanding addiction with real life examples. Most importantly, I think it helps people realize that we are not alone and that we ALL have struggles. Duane is helping to build a community that can help heal addictions... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solarch
    United States8 months ago
  • Effective Approach to Recovery

    I really like that this podcast utilizes a compassionate approach to addiction and recovery. It’s why I keep listening even after relapsing. The worksheets that are available are also motivating for me to not give up on recovery. Much love and gratitude for this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OtherOptionsAvailable_687431
    United States9 months ago
  • Wealth of knowledge

    This is a show that will help you understand your loved ones addiction but also yourself. I’ve honestly learned more about myself than ever expected. So many facets of information. Thank you, Duane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ms kelly bob
    United States10 months ago

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Content is accessible without sacrificing depth, making complex topics approachable.
Guests bring credible expertise and real-world experience that resonates with listeners.
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Compassionate, practical, and evidence-based—great for both professionals and those in recovery.
Stories and tools are repeatedly cited as life-changing and actionable.

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Episode 378: Decoding the Smoke: The Hidden Psychology of Smoking and Addictive Personalities with Dr. Judy Rosenberg
Q: What should someone do if they relapse?
Acknowledge relapse as a cue to recalibrate, reflect on the cause, and use destination disgust to realign with the goal of fulfillment rather than temporary relief.
Episode 378: Decoding the Smoke: The Hidden Psychology of Smoking and Addictive Personalities with Dr. Judy Rosenberg
Q: What is the Be the Cause Mind Map and how does it help with smoking?
The Mind Map maps childhood wounds to current behaviors, showing how addiction masks deeper issues and offering a path from wounds to health through a paradigm shift and healing.
Episode 378: Decoding the Smoke: The Hidden Psychology of Smoking and Addictive Personalities with Dr. Judy Rosenberg
Q: What topic will you be discussing today?
We will explore smoking as an addiction rooted in emotional wounds and the hole in the soul, and how a Mind Map framework can guide lasting change.
Episode 387:Brain Rescue: Rewiring the Addictive Mind Through Neuroplasticity with Dr. Brody Miller
Q: How can someone begin applying these ideas practically in recovery?
Start with tiny steps like a 5-10 minute walk or brief breathing exercises, then gradually increase, reinforcing positive self-talk and building a new identity through daily habits.
Episode 387:Brain Rescue: Rewiring the Addictive Mind Through Neuroplasticity with Dr. Brody Miller
Q: What would you want listeners to know if they feel hopeless about changing their life?
He emphasizes that today's feelings don't dictate tomorrow; small, consistent changes can lead to meaningful change over time, and accountability is essential for progress.

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The show centers on addiction, recovery, and mental health through clinically-informed conversations, personal recovery journeys, and practical tools. Across episodes, topics include addiction neuroscience, trauma, shame and stigma, trauma-informed care, recovery pathways (including medication-assisted treatment, EMDR, and mindfulness), and the role of data in improving care. Interviews frequently feature clinicians, researchers, recovery advocates, and individuals with lived experience, often exploring relationships, masculinity, leadership, and community support. A notable strength is translating complex science into actionable strategies, worksheets, and real-world steps for listeners pursuing recovery or supporting others. The format of... more

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1. Dr. Brody Miller
2. Eric Zimmer
3. Adina Silvestri
4. Muhamad Aly Rifai
5. Robert Stark
6. Nawal Roy
7. Stan Tatkin
8. Noel Rihm

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