342: Feeling Your Feelings and Being Okay With It with Justin B. Long

342: Feeling Your Feelings and Being Okay With It with Justin B. Long

In this episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Justin B. Long, author of 'The Righteous Rage of a 10-Year-Old Boy', to explore the profound impact of childhood trauma and toxic masculinity on addiction. Justin candidly shares his journey from battling alcoholism, fuelled by unresolved childhood issues, to finding healing and hope. His story sheds light on how societal expectations can trap men in stoicism, preventing emotional healing.

You'll hear Justin's experiences with therapy and the liberating power of expressing feelings, even those deeply buried. He discusses the process of rewriting his narrative and the freedom found in letting go of justified anger. With humour and honesty, Justin recounts moments that shaped his understanding of self-worth and confidence, from the challenges of therapy to the triumphs of recovery.

If you've ever felt trapped by societal norms or struggled with self-acceptance, this conversation offers valuable perspectives and encourages you to embrace change. Justin's tale is not just a story of overcoming addiction but a testament to the transformative power of vulnerability and self-discovery. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that might just inspire you to rethink your own journey towards healing.