Duane Osterlind, LMFT

The Addicted Mind Podcast

Duane Osterlind, LMFT

  • TAM+ EP 87 Uncovering Your Superpowers: Identifying and Using Character Strengths

TAM+ EP 87 Uncovering Your Superpowers: Identifying and Using Character Strengths

Thursday 25th September 2025

Uncover your hidden strengths with Duane and Eric Osterlind's positive psychology approach to addiction recovery.
15 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Encouraging
Authentic

About this podcast

The Addicted Mind 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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Unlocking Hidden Strengths: Transform Your Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Focus on character strengths instead of flaws.
  • Use positive psychology tools for recovery.
  • Identify and nurture innate qualities like bravery and kindness.
  • Practical steps to integrate strengths into daily life.
  • Downloadable worksheet to guide strength identification.
Addiction and trauma don't erase your strengths; they just end up burying them.
Ever wondered what makes life truly worth living, even amidst the chaos of addiction recovery? In this captivating episode, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind take you on a journey to unearth your hidden superpowers—those character strengths buried under layers of addiction and trauma. Forget focusing solely on what's broken; it's time to shine a light on what's strong within you.
Drawing from positive psychology, the duo introduces listeners to the concept of identifying and using character strengths as a powerful tool for thriving recovery. They share how recognising qualities like bravery, creativity, and kindness can transform your self-perception and boost your journey to wellness. It's not just a feel-good exercise; it's an evidence-based approach that can lead to lasting happiness and reduced depressive symptoms.
The episode challenges the narrative of deficits by flipping it on its head, encouraging you to focus on the assets you possess. With practical advice and a touch of humour, Duane and Eric offer actionable steps to help listeners identify and utilise their strengths in daily life. They even provide a worksheet to guide you through this process. So, are you ready to redefine your recovery story?
Dive in and discover how embracing your inner strengths can be the key to unlocking a thriving future.
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