TAM+ EP 100 Meeting Your Shadow: Understanding the Hidden Parts of Yourself

TAM+ EP 100 Meeting Your Shadow: Understanding the Hidden Parts of Yourself

Author: Duane Osterlind, LMFT January 15, 2026 Duration: 15:38
Meeting your shadow the parts of us that we don't want to look at

Hosted by licensed therapist Duane Osterlind, The Addicted Mind Podcast moves beyond simple discussions to explore the complex realities of addiction and recovery. Each episode blends compassionate conversation with practical insight, creating a resource that feels both supportive and actionable. You’ll hear from a range of voices, including specialists in the field and individuals who have personally navigated the path to recovery, sharing their stories and the strategies that made a difference. These conversations delve into how addiction shapes thoughts and behaviors, while also highlighting the many forms healing can take. The aim is to provide genuine understanding and tangible guidance for anyone touched by addiction, whether personally or through a loved one. By focusing on real-world experiences and relevant research, this podcast builds a bridge from struggle to possibility, emphasizing that recovery, while challenging, is a journey filled with hope. Tune in for honest dialogue that respects the difficulty of the process while illuminating the steps forward.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 101

The Addicted Mind Podcast
Podcast Episodes
154: Mastering Recovery with Barry Lehman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:16
Getting through the first two years of recovery can be extremely difficult. Just when you think you've gone as far as you can go, you realize you’re only at the beginning. You need to develop the skill set to master reco…
153: Healing From Eating Disorder with Faith Elicia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:05
On today's episode, Duane talks with Faith Elicia about her nine-year journey through an eating disorder. They discuss how she struggled several times to get help and how she finally found something that worked for her.…
151: Understanding The Trauma Map with Dr. Karol Darsa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:45
On today’s episode, Duane speaks with Dr. Karol Darsa about how to recognize trauma as well as some of the first steps you need to take to deal with trauma. Karol is the author of the book, The Trauma Map: Five Steps to…
150: Addiction in the Healthcare Community with Dr. Michael Tkach [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:01
We cannot overstate the impact this pandemic has had on our healthcare providers. When you think about all the stress and pressures these front-liners are going through day in and day out, you can see how a lot of aspect…
149: Sailing Through Recovery with David Greer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:37
Entrepreneurs and high-performing individuals are highly persistent and driven. Oftentimes, they are in control as they push themselves to success. They look really good on the outside. However, when they have an undercu…
146: Understanding Behavioral Addiction with Amanda Giordano [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:37
There are a lot of negative consequences that can come from behavioral addictions. They include everything from financial problems to legal repercussions to health issues. Whether it’s gambling, gaming, sex, or pornograp…