TAM+ Episode 39- Five Crucial Mindset Shifts for Addiction Recovery
The Addicted Mind Podcast
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
4.8 • 621 Ratings
🗓️ 3 October 2024
⏱️ 18 minutes
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Summary
Ever felt like you're stuck in a never-ending battle with addiction? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode of Addictive Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive into the game-changing world of mindset shifts in recovery. They reveal that beating addiction isn't just about willpower – it's about rewiring your brain.
The duo kicks things off by exploring why so many of us fall back into old habits, even when we're trying our hardest to change. They argue that the key to lasting recovery lies in how we think about ourselves, our addiction, and our future. It's not just about following rules; it's about embracing a whole new way of seeing the world.
Throughout the episode, Duane and Eric break down five crucial mindset shifts that can transform your recovery journey. They explain how simple changes in thinking can open up a world of possibilities and help you build the skills and support network you need to thrive.
One of the most powerful ideas they discuss is the shift from seeing relapse as a failure to viewing it as a learning opportunity. This change in perspective can help reduce shame and build resilience, making it easier to bounce back and stay on track.
The hosts also dive into the importance of recognizing that recovery is a journey, not a destination. This shift can help listeners stay present and focused on their growth, rather than getting discouraged by setbacks.
By the end of the episode, listeners will have a toolbox of mental strategies to help them navigate the ups and downs of recovery. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this path for a while, this episode offers fresh insights and practical tips to help you rewrite your recovery story.
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- The importance of mindset in addiction recovery
- Moving from "I am my addiction" to "I am a person in recovery"
- Viewing recovery as a journey rather than a destination
- Shifting from relying on willpower to building skills and support
- Reframing relapse as a learning opportunity
- Recognizing personal power and choices in recovery
- Practicing self-compassion throughout the recovery process
• [00:01:20] Introduction to the five crucial mindset shifts
• [00:03:00] Discussing the first mindset shift: "I am a person in recovery"
• [00:04:57] Exploring the second shift: "Recovery is a journey"
• [00:07:00] Examining the third shift: "I need skills and support"
• [00:09:52] Delving into the fourth shift: "Relapse is a learning opportunity"
• [00:12:32] Discussing the final shift: "I have choices"
• [00:15:30] Concluding thoughts and advice on implementing mindset shifts
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Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | Welcome to the Addicted Mind Plus, the podcast where recovery, mental health, and wellness take the front seat. |
| 0:07.3 | I'm Dwayne Austerland, and joining me is my co-host, Eric Osterland, known for his insightful work on the Stuck Brain podcast. |
| 0:14.3 | In each episode, we'll dive into actionable, small steps to help those in recovery journey further along the path to wellness. |
| 0:22.3 | Our conversations are designed to be concise, typically around 15 minutes, though we may |
| 0:27.0 | occasionally delve deeper when the topic demands it. Our goal to provide you with practical |
| 0:32.0 | advice grounded in real experiences and expert insights to empower your recovery journey. So whether you're on a |
| 0:39.3 | break, on a walk, or just taking a moment for yourself, join us as we explore the many |
| 0:44.1 | facets of recovery and mental health, one small step at a time. This is The Addicted Mind Plus, |
| 0:50.3 | where your journey to wellness gets an extra boost. So let's get started. |
| 1:00.0 | All right, everyone. Welcome to the Addictive Mind. Plus, we're on to another episode. |
| 1:07.1 | And I think we have another really good topic, simple, but in some ways, really important. |
| 1:13.1 | We're going to explore the five crucial mindset shifts needed for lasting addiction recovery. Yeah, this one is simple on its face, but if you dive in, it becomes pretty complex. So I'm |
| 1:19.4 | excited we're going to talk about this one. So before we dive in, let me ask you this question. How many |
| 1:25.0 | times have you tried to quit only to find yourself falling back into those old patterns? |
| 1:30.2 | How often have you felt like you're fighting a losing battle against your addiction? And if you're not in your head right now, you're definitely not alone. |
| 1:38.8 | The truth is addiction recovery isn't just about willpower or following a set of rules. It's about fundamentally changing |
| 1:46.5 | how you think about yourself, your addiction, and your future. When people really get into recovery, |
| 1:53.6 | they've really shifted over to a growth mindset. And that growth mindset shifts how they show up to |
| 2:00.6 | the world and enables them to get the support, the emotional resilience that they need to get to the other side and really enjoy recovery. |
| 2:10.7 | Yeah. I see this often. And a lot of clients don't even realize that they're stuck in that old mindset. |
| 2:17.5 | Some of these mindsets and the way we view the world has been set since childhood. |
| 2:22.9 | Yes. |
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