Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
208: Finding a New Purpose in Life with Maroon 5 Founding Drummer Ryan Dusick
208: Finding a New Purpose in Life with Maroon 5 Founding Drummer Ryan Dusick
208: Finding a New Purpose in Life with Maroon 5 Founding Drummer Ryan Dusick
Monday 21st November 2022
Ryan Dusick, ex-Maroon 5 drummer, shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and finding new purpose in life as a therapist and author.
41 minutes
challenging
hopeful
inspirational
vulnerable
transformative
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Author:
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Overview:
Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Ryan Dusick's transition from music to therapy.
- The impact of chronic injury on his career.
- His battle with depression and alcoholism.
- Finding recovery and new purpose.
- Release of his memoir, Harder to Breathe.
I think that I'd be doing a disservice to my clients, to people reading my book, to people listening to me on a podcast, if I wasn't fully transparent and fully allowing myself to be vulnerable.
In this episode of the Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Ryan Dusick, the founding drummer of the world-renowned band Maroon 5, to discuss his profound journey through addiction, recovery, and ultimately finding a new purpose in life. Ryan Dusick's story is one of resilience and transformation, as he opens up about the challenges he faced following a career-ending chronic injury, which led him down a path of depression and alcohol abuse.
As Maroon 5 soared to global fame, Ryan was grappling with intense physical pain and mental health struggles, eventually making the difficult decision to leave the band. Ryan candidly shares how his identity was deeply intertwined with his role in Maroon 5, and how losing that part of himself initiated an emotional and existential crisis. He talks about the extremes he experienced, from the highs of international success to the lows of personal devastation.
Despite these challenges, Ryan found a way to navigate through his trauma, ultimately leading to a journey of recovery that began in 2016. The conversation delves into Ryan's path towards healing, including his decision to become an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, his advocacy for mental health, and his work as an author. His memoir, "Harder to Breathe: A Memoir of Making Maroon 5, Losing It All and Finding Recovery," is a testament to his journey of self-discovery and reinvention.
Ryan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and transparency in his therapeutic practice, inspiring others to confront their own struggles and seek help. Listeners are encouraged to explore Ryan's memoir for a deeper understanding of his story and to connect with him via his Instagram page. The episode concludes with Duane inviting listeners to join the Addicted Mind Podcast community on Facebook to continue the conversation and share insights.
Ryan's journey is a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the possibilities of finding new meaning and purpose after overcoming adversity. As he shares his experiences, Ryan offers hope and inspiration to those who may be facing their own challenges, highlighting the importance of embracing change and pursuing a path of healing.