Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
206: The Sober Economy: Leveraging Blockchain Technology to Help People in Recovery with Dr. Harold Jonas
206: The Sober Economy: Leveraging Blockchain Technology to Help People in Recovery with Dr. Harold Jonas
206: The Sober Economy: Leveraging Blockchain Technology to Help People in Recovery with Dr. Harold Jonas
Monday 7th November 2022
Discover how Dr. Harold Jonas uses blockchain technology to aid addiction recovery with tools like Sobercoin and the Sober Systems app on 'The Addicted Mind Podcast'.
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Harnessing Blockchain for Addiction Recovery: Dr. Harold Jonas' Vision
Our goal is to create a closed economy where you can only buy goods and services that are related to bettering your health.
Can blockchain technology really aid in addiction recovery? Dr. Harold Jonas thinks so. In this episode of 'The Addicted Mind Podcast', host Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Jonas, a licensed mental health counselor and the mastermind behind the Soberverse. With a background in both addiction recovery and innovative tech, Dr. Jonas offers a fresh perspective on how digital tools can support sobriety. Dr. Jonas introduces us to his groundbreaking projects like Sobercoin and the Sober Systems mobile app.
These tools aren't just fancy tech; they are designed to create a 'Sober Economy' where individuals can use cryptocurrency to purchase health-related goods and services. Imagine a world where your path to recovery is supported by a community and a system that rewards you for making healthy choices. But it's not all about the tech. Dr. Jonas shares his own journey through addiction and recovery, making his insights deeply personal and relatable.
He delves into the concept of contingency management, explaining how rewarding positive behavior can be an effective tool for harm reduction. The Sober Systems app stands out as a comprehensive recovery aid, offering features like daily check-ins, progress tracking, and goal setting. It's like having a recovery coach in your pocket, helping you stay on track and get the support you need when you need it most. Dr.
Jonas believes that integrating blockchain technology into addiction recovery can significantly reduce relapse rates. By creating a closed economy focused on health improvement, he aims to make a lasting impact on the recovery community. If you're curious about how technology can revolutionize addiction recovery or if you or someone you know is on the path to sobriety, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical solutions. Tune in to hear how Dr.
Jonas and his team are leveraging the power of blockchain to create a brighter future for those in recovery.