Duane Osterlind, LMFT

The Addicted Mind Podcast

Duane Osterlind, LMFT

  • 123: The Weight of Air with David Poses

123: The Weight of Air with David Poses

Friday 26th March 2021

Join David Poses on The Addicted Mind Podcast as he shares his journey through heroin addiction, recovery, and the life-saving role of buprenorphine.
55 minutes
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The Addicted Mind Podcast
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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David Poses' Journey: From Heroin Addiction to Recovery Success

At the end of the day, we're putting drugs in our body because something is wrong, that's the compulsion.
Imagine battling the grip of heroin addiction and emerging on the other side with a story of resilience and hope. That's exactly what David Poses shares in this compelling episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast. Hosted by Duane Osterlind, this episode dives into David's raw and honest memoir, 'The Weight of Air'. David opens up about his struggles with depression that led him to heroin and the daunting quest for effective treatment.
He talks about how many conventional methods failed him until he found a lifeline in buprenorphine, a medication that ultimately helped save his life. This conversation isn't just about David's personal journey; it also sheds light on broader issues like the stigma surrounding addiction and the unique ways opioids impact our brains. You'll hear David's insights on why finding a recovery method that works for you is crucial and the importance of support systems in overcoming addiction.
Whether you're grappling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical advice. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of addiction and discover the hope that lies in recovery.