{"podcast":{"title":"The Addicted Mind Podcast","slug":"the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279","podcast_index_feed_id":444279,"rss_url":"https://rss.art19.com/the-addicted-mind","website_url":"https://art19.com/shows/the-addicted-mind","image_url":"https://content.production.cdn.art19.com/images/dd/ac/a7/38/ddaca738-b186-42db-a080-47f391390bde/afe90945cf697f161594043b48ab8bc1b5e4dc05c0a3d762bc1a08710ecf72408e72e99de0bdefad948634d00d26a6e2cbc1b1519fc8f76bd72b204aa7cf290a.jpeg","author":"Duane Osterlind, LMFT","episode_count":504,"summary":"\"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 affects the mind and how recovery can happen in many ways. Whether we're looking at new treatment ideas or sharing stories that inspire, \"The Addicted Mind Podcast\" is all about understanding the complex world of addiction recovery and showing that recovery is possible. If you or someone you care about is dealing with the challenges of addiction, let \"The Addicted Mind Podcast\" be your friend and guide. We aim to give you the knowledge you need, share stories that inspire you, and show you that the journey to recovery is worth it. Subscribe now to be part of a community focused on learning, healing, and changing for the better. Your journey to a healthier mind and life begins right here.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T20:20:01.494829+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279"},"episode":{"title":"TAM+ EP 106 The Courage to Be Seen: How Vulnerability Transforms Recovery","slug":"tam-ep-106-the-courage-to-be-seen-how-vulnerability-transforms-recovery","published_at":"2026-04-09T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279/tam-ep-106-the-courage-to-be-seen-how-vulnerability-transforms-recovery","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-addicted-mind-podcast-444279","url":"https://rss.art19.com/episodes/be204f48-337c-4a43-ab1c-f25718b43e5e.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIg90cmFuc2NyaWJyBjoGRVQ%3D--952c5701c84ad333c69d5faa668f8177091704f0","audio_url":"https://rss.art19.com/episodes/be204f48-337c-4a43-ab1c-f25718b43e5e.mp3?rss_browser=BAhJIg90cmFuc2NyaWJyBjoGRVQ%3D--952c5701c84ad333c69d5faa668f8177091704f0","summary":"Download:  Vulnerability Transforms Recovery Worksheet . Ever wonder why showing your true self feels so terrifying, yet could be the very key to your healing? In this powerful episode, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore how embracing vulnerability, despite its discomfort, can become your greatest strength in recovery. Drawing from both research and real-world experience, they break down why many of us hide behind masks and how this actually hinders our healing journey. The hosts share practical strategies for safely opening up to others and building authentic connections, backed by insights from Dr. Brené Brown's groundbreaking research on shame and vulnerability. Whether you're struggling with addiction, trauma, or mental health challenges, this episode offers a roadmap for transforming vulnerability from a perceived weakness into a powerful tool for recovery and personal growth. Download:  Vulnerability Transforms Recovery Worksheet . 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