Duane Osterlind, host of The Addicted Mind Podcast, comes on the show to talk about how he recovered from alcohol and drug abuse. Duane shares what he has learned from 20 years of experience as a therapist, and over 200 podcast episodes. We talk about the importance of social connection, and how to make those first early connections when you are struggling with isolation.  Follow Duane https://www.instagram.com/addictedmindpodcast/ https://theaddictedmind.com/about/ Follow me...

The most educated guest on the show so far, Dr. Higgins joins me to talk about the genetic component of addiction, and how understanding that addiction is biological helps to remove the stigma.   Check out her website! https://doctorhiggins.com/ https://www.instagram.com/wiredforaddiction/   My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Alcohol damages not only the drinker but everyone in their life as well. This is a raw vulnerable story of the daughter of an alcoholic - Sarah talks about the feelings of anxiety guilt and shame that come with being a child of an alcoholic, and how stigma prevented her Dad from getting help. Sarah's insta: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_drage/ Sarah's podcast and other links: https://linktr.ee/sarah.drage My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Sebastien W shares his story of recovery from alcohol! We talk about drugs, alcohol, hopelessness and existential angst, and why AA might not work for everyone.   My insta: @addictivepodcast

Arlina the host of ODAAT podcast comes on the show to share her story of recovery from alcoholism! We talk about sexual abuse, being "bad" as an identity, finding forgiveness and love in AA, and how the 12 steps are like an orgasm :) Arlina's insta: https://www.instagram.com/arlinaallen/ Arlina's podcast: http://odaatchat.com/ My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

It's the Valentines Episode! Madeline from Happiest Sober comes on the show to talk about sober dating, breakups, coping with emotions sober, and lots more. Madeline's insta: https://www.instagram.com/happiestsober/ Madeline's sober trips: https://linktr.ee/happiestsober My insta: www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

The Founder of First Step Men's Therapy comes on the show to tell his story of recovery and healing! Adam escaped his reality as a kid by fantasizing about travelling to other places in the world. Once he was older and discovered alcohol, this became his new escape. Working as a flight attendant was another escape, but he eventually returned home realizing that he needed to ask for help. We talk about how to ask for help, why there is a crisis in men's mental health, apprehension around...

Have you ever done something so shameful you hope no one will ever find out? Phillip shares his story of sex addiction, how he was eventually found out after downloading illegal images, and how he recovered from addiction and discovered spirituality.  My instagram: @addictivepodcast

Sandra was a nurse working in the emergency department until PTSD from the job forced her to leave. She went through a terrible divorce, had her house burnt down accidentally, and as her life fell apart she attempted suicide. She was prescribed medications and eventually developed an addiction to Xanax, using it to numb out for years. On this episode she shares her story of how she recovered, initially inspired by the Bible and Eminem lyrics.  Let's go slim shady:) She is now dedicated to...

Jane shares her story of how alcohol numbed out the pain in her life and destroyed it in the process. Once in AA, she continued drinking for another year! When someone told her she wasn't going to make it, she decided to prove them wrong and do everything she could to recover. 13 years sober, author of two books about recovery, Jane has a beautiful story about how a relationship with God (who she calls Source) is the secret to a happy life.  Jane's insta:...

23 years homeless, in and out of jail, addicted to any substance that would help him numb out from reality, Anthony Brown is what you might call a low bottom drunk. On this episode, he shares the powerful story of how he got help and recovered from addiction. One of the craziest spiritual experiences I have ever heard on the show! Check out his website to find the book and help support the Brown Manor project: Anthony's website https://anthonyhowardbrown.com/ Instagram...

After 9 years sober, Jen shares her experience with three stages of recovery! We talk about what it takes to maintain a beginner mindset, how to avoid plateaus, and how to prioritize doing what you love. Jen's insta: https://www.instagram.com/jenleehirst/ Her website and coaching: https://linktr.ee/jenleehirst My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Disclaimer, that's not dave in the photo. But yes he was tasered, and yes he did continue to drink and use even after getting tasered. Dave shares his incredible story of recovery, and how he let go of self pity despite experiencing a terrible trauma at a young age. Through working the steps, he gained a completely different attitude about himself and others, and lost all desire to drink or use.  Dave's insta: https://www.instagram.com/taserdave What Does the BigBook  Say Series:...

Are you scared to quit because you think drugs and alcohol is your source of creativity? Stefan Bratt, bassist from No Fun at All and founder of Atlas Losing Grip, tells you why you have nothing to worry about.  Stefan's instagram: instagram.com/stefan.bratt/ See No Fun At All Live: https://www.songkick.com/artists/286201-no-fun-at-all My insta: instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Tim shares his story of 27 years addicted to alcohol and drugs, multiple suicide attempts, and two events that can only be called miracles. If you struggle with the concept of God or Higher Power, this episode is for you!  Tim's insta: https://www.instagram.com/tlodgen/ My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Kat found success in software sales and bodybuilding, but still felt restless and unhappy. She lived life in extremes, once she found a certain drug she liked, she wanted that feeling every day. When a friend suggested she go to AA, she never imagined that she might belong there, let alone find complete transformation. Today, Kat is the CEO of Laguna Shores Treatment Centre where she helps create an environment that inspires others to overcome their dependence on drugs and alcohol. This story...

Growing up in a Mormon community, Lindsey was taught that being gay was unacceptable. She turned to drugs and alcohol to cope with the pain of exclusion and eventually lost her job, her home, and faced jail time. This is a story about unlearning the negative beliefs we are taught about ourselves, discovering a relationship with a Higher Power, and righting all the wrongs in our past.  Lindsey's insta: https://www.instagram.com/kantyoudigit/ art: https://www.instagram.com/palomas.gris/ My...

Sarah from Sober Gratitudes shares her story of recovery from alcoholism! We talk about anxiety and depression, motherhood, how being in AA is different from actually living the steps, and how to live life with joy and gratitude. Also my apologies for the bad sound quality on my end, I blame zoom. Sober gratitudes website: https://www.sobergratitudes.com/ my insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

What a story from @recoverybaddie! Hayley shares how she survived sexual assault, cancer, betrayal trauma, and alcoholism in this raw and powerful episode. Hands down one of the strongest people I have ever met, and that is because she views pain not as something to be avoided, but as a teacher.  Hayleys insta: https://www.instagram.com/recoverybaddie/ My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Host of "That Sober Guy Podcast" Shane Ramer comes on the show to share his story of recovery from alcoholism. He is not your typical alcoholic, being a fairly functional human being throughout his 17 years of drinking. However, when he did try and quit he found out he could not, until he eventually went to treatment and found 12 step recovery. We talk about getting in touch with emotions, the reality of why people quit AA, and how to overcome the fears that hold you back in early...

Born and raised in Hawaii, Kyle had a promising future in golf, competing against Tiger Woods at the age of ten. One bad decision destroyed this opportunity, and a few years later he tried crystal meth for the first time. Addiction put him on the street, where he became the most wanted man in Hawaii. He was captured, escaped, put in solitary confinement, and then had a spiritual experience that changed everything. Today he is a guest speaker at high schools and universities, inspiring kids to...

Nate joins me to tell his story of recovery from an 8 year addiction to opiates. We talk about drug dealing, overdoses, treatment, relapse, and then finally finding recovery in the twelve steps and losing all desire to use drugs. He is now dedicating his life to fighting the opioid epidemic, and by bringing narcan and training to people in the streets of Southern Cali he has already contributed to saving over a 100 lives. Follow Nate @narcan_nate @newpathnarcanproject Follow the show...

Hilary is almost 30 years sober and shares how sobriety is only the smallest thing she gained from being in recovery. We talk about the underlying causes of addiction, practical tips for working the steps daily, the challenges and joys of being a mom in sobriety, and lots more. Hilary's insta: https://www.instagram.com/as.hil.sees.it/ My insta: https://www.instagram.com/addictivepodcast/

Mackenzie struggled with feelings of worthlessness and anxiety, and when she discovered alcohol at 14 it became her solution. Drinking escalated in her teens until she had a near death experience and asked for help at age 20. In this episode we talk about how the 12 steps can change your life, why its so hard but so important to turn over your willpower in step 3, and how life keeps getting better even 8 years...