by Duane Osterlind | Sep 7, 2026 | actor, Addiction, Change, Drug Addiction, Intrusive Thoughts, Recovery, Relapse, Vulnerability
In this episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind speaks with actor, playwright, and recovery advocate Ned Van Zandt. Ned shares his life story—from an exotic childhood traveling the world to studying under Olympia Dukakis and working alongside...
by Duane Osterlind | Aug 24, 2026 | Mental Health, Mindfulness, Shame, Shame, Shame Compass
In this episode, host Duane Osterlind welcomes physician, trauma-informed coach, and author Dr. Frank Spinelli for an honest conversation about trauma, addiction, and the root causes of shame. Dr. Spinelli shares his personal story—from surviving childhood...
by Duane | Jul 16, 2026 | Addiction, Addiction Recovery Groups, Addiction Treatment, Betrayal Trauma, Boundaries, Emotional Well-being, Mindfulness, TAM+, Uncategorized
Are you constantly saying “yes” to everyone else’s needs while your recovery takes a backseat? In this eye-opening episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, host Duane Osterlind and Eric Osterlind dive deep into the four fundamental types of boundaries that...
by Duane | Jul 2, 2026 | 12-step, accountability, Addiction, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Addiction Treatment, Addictive Behaviors, Depression, Emotional Well-being, Forgiveness, Gratitude, Health, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Recovery, Relationships and Addiction, Self Disclosure Plan, TAM+
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 crucial for lasting recovery. They dive into how keeping...
by Duane Osterlind | May 21, 2026 | accountability, Addicted Mind Plus, Addiction, Addiction, Addiction Awareness, Addiction Recovery Groups, Addiction Treatment, Depression, Forgiveness, Health, Healthcare, Indentity, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Recovery, Recovery Centers, Success, Uncategorized
Ever wonder why two people can experience the exact same event but walk away with completely different emotions? In this fascinating episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the science of optimism and reveal how our...
by Duane | May 7, 2026 | Forgiveness, Recovery, Shame, Shame, TAM+, Uncategorized
Have you ever noticed that after a slip in recovery, your thoughts immediately jump to “I’m worthless” or “I’m never going to get better”? These aren’t just random negative thoughts – they’re part of a powerful emotion...