Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
248: From Pain to Pen: Gigi Langer's Empowering Journey
248: From Pain to Pen: Gigi Langer's Empowering Journey
248: From Pain to Pen: Gigi Langer's Empowering Journey
Monday 28th August 2023
Join Gigi Langer on the Addicted Mind Podcast as she shares her transformative journey from addiction to empowerment and offers insights into personal growth.
48 minutes
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inspiring
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
- Gigi Langer's journey to sobriety and empowerment.
- Impact of spiritual practices and mentorship.
- Tools for overcoming emotional pain and addiction.
- Finding self-worth beyond achievements and relationships.
- Gigi's books offer practical advice for personal growth.
"Inside each of us is this divine spark, which has been referred to as a beautiful heart of love. And that has never been ruined, no matter what we did or think or anyone else did to us."
In this insightful episode of the Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind welcomes back Gigi Langer, an author and transformative figure in the realm of addiction recovery. Gigi Langer's empowering journey from addiction to sobriety is a testament to hope, resilience, and personal growth. With 37 years of sobriety under her belt and a PhD from Stanford University, Gigi shares her profound story of overcoming addiction, worry, and codependency.
Gigi opens up about her struggles with alcohol, drugs, and relationships, illustrating how her self-worth was initially tied to academic achievements and later to her relationships. Her life-changing decision to quit drinking on January 11th, 1986, marked the beginning of a profound shift. From being a functioning alcoholic, Gigi transformed her life by embracing spirituality and emotional healing.
She draws wisdom from A Course in Miracles, The 12 Steps, and Positive Psychology to reveal how she became a loving, open-hearted person with firm boundaries. Throughout the episode, Gigi discusses the importance of mentorship, particularly a powerful mentor she encountered during her graduate studies, who played a pivotal role in her journey. She also highlights how writing, particularly an unsent angry letter to her father, allowed her to process and release deep-seated emotional pain.
Gigi's books, including the award-winning "50 Ways to Worry Less Now" and her latest release, "Love More Now," offer practical advice for anyone looking to overcome personal challenges and embrace a life filled with love and purpose. Her story is filled with hope and possibility, showcasing how with hard work and dedication, one can create a meaningful and purposeful life.
Duane and Gigi's conversation radiates positivity and encouragement, making it an inspiring listen for anyone on their own journey of recovery or personal growth. The episode closes with Gigi offering a free copy of her book, further extending her generosity and desire to help others. Listeners are encouraged to visit Gigi's website for more resources and to continue following the Addicted Mind Podcast for more stories of transformation and healing.