Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
237: From Struggle to Support: Chandler Rogers' Transformation and Relay's Role
237: From Struggle to Support: Chandler Rogers' Transformation and Relay's Role
237: From Struggle to Support: Chandler Rogers' Transformation and Relay's Role
Monday 12th June 2023
Chandler Rogers shares his journey from addiction to creating Relay, a digital group-based recovery tool, inspiring change through connection.
34 minutes
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Author:
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Chandler Rogers' personal addiction recovery journey.
- The creation and impact of the Relay app.
- Importance of compassionate accountability in healing.
- Group therapy's role in providing support.
- Developing life skills through addiction recovery.
Compassionate accountability is key, as shame often feeds pain and avoidance behaviors. It's about learning to be less harsh and more discovery-oriented.
In this compelling episode of the Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind engages in a deep conversation with Chandler Rogers, the CEO and co-founder of Relay, a transformative digital tool aimed at aiding addiction recovery. Chandler shares his personal journey of overcoming behavioral addiction, particularly focusing on his struggles with pornography and the associated feelings of shame and low self-esteem. He emphasizes the critical role that group therapy played in his recovery, providing the compassionate accountability necessary for meaningful change.
Chandler's story is one of resilience and innovation. Through his experiences, he recognized the power of connection and support in healing. Motivated by this insight, he co-founded Relay, a digital group-based program designed to help individuals find healing from addiction. The app serves as a platform for users to connect with others who are on similar journeys, offering a space for shared experiences and mutual support.
The discussion delves into the development of Relay, highlighting how Chandler's background in computer science and business enabled him to create a tool that is both supportive and accessible. He talks about the challenges of building a technology-driven solution and the passion that drives him and his team to improve and expand the app's offerings continually.
Chandler also touches on the broader implications of addiction recovery, such as the importance of developing life skills, identifying stressors and triggers, and learning healthy coping mechanisms. Through Relay, he aims to provide users with the resources they need to manage their recovery journey effectively. The episode is a testament to the transformative power of digital tools in mental health and addiction support, offering listeners hope and practical insights into overcoming addiction and finding connection through technology.