Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
221: The Road to Recovery Through Spirituality and Behavior Change with Eric Zimmer
221: The Road to Recovery Through Spirituality and Behavior Change with Eric Zimmer
221: The Road to Recovery Through Spirituality and Behavior Change with Eric Zimmer
Monday 20th February 2023
Explore the power of combining spirituality and behavior change in recovery with Eric Zimmer on The Addicted Mind Podcast.
39 minutes
hopeful
inspirational
challenging
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About this podcast
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
- Eric Zimmer shares his inspiring recovery story.
- The role of spiritual habits in behavior change.
- Importance of community support in addiction recovery.
- Insights into combining spiritual principles with science.
- Encouragement to persist in the healing journey.
Keep trying. Healing is not a linear journey, but persistence makes it possible.
In the latest episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind engages in a profound conversation with Eric Zimmer, a behavioral coach and creator of the Spiritual Habits Program. Eric, who is also the host of the award-winning podcast The One You Feed, shares his remarkable journey from being a homeless heroin addict at the age of 24 to becoming a source of inspiration for many.
The episode delves deep into the integration of spiritual habits with behavior change as a powerful approach to recovery. Eric discusses how spiritual principles can be effectively combined with scientific insights to foster meaningful changes in one's life. A key theme of the discussion is the importance of community support in the recovery process. Eric emphasizes the transformative power of peer relationships, highlighting the reciprocal benefits of helping others in a supportive community.
He draws parallels with the 12-step program, underscoring the bi-directional nature of support in addiction recovery. The conversation also touches upon practical skills that individuals can adopt to initiate spiritual and behavioral changes. Eric shares personal anecdotes that illustrate the impact of cultivating a growth mindset and being open to new experiences. The episode concludes with a powerful message of hope and perseverance.
Eric encourages listeners to persist in their healing journey, acknowledging that recovery is not linear but requires dedication and resilience. For those seeking further information, Eric directs listeners to his website, oneyoufeed.net, where they can learn more about his podcast and the Spiritual Habits Program. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the interplay between spirituality and behavior change in the context of addiction recovery.