Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
190: Living on the Other Side of Addiction with Dana Golden
190: Living on the Other Side of Addiction with Dana Golden
190: Living on the Other Side of Addiction with Dana Golden
Wednesday 20th July 2022
Dana Golden discusses finding freedom and recovery from living with an addicted partner on The Addicted Mind Podcast. Listen for inspiring insights.
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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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Get the buttons here!Dana Golden's Journey: Finding Freedom Beyond Addiction
I'm a fixer, I'm a caretaker, I can fix that problem. So I was going to repeat that in all my relationships, and it wasn't until I was in my mid-twenties that I was dating a guy that ended up going to treatment and when I dropped him off at treatment for drugs and alcohol, I told the counselor of his the laundry list of things she had to fix in him.
What happens when addiction isn't just your struggle but also your partner's? In this episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Dana Golden, a certified recovery and family addiction coach, to explore this complex dynamic. Dana opens up about her life with a partner battling addiction and how she eventually found her own path to freedom.
Growing up with a father who had multiple addictions, Dana developed coping mechanisms that later affected her adult relationships, including her marriage. Tired of feeling trapped, she embarked on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Dana's story is a compelling narrative of resilience and self-advocacy. She emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and the power of storytelling to help others in similar situations.
From navigating the collapse of a successful business to co-authoring 'Addiction Rescue: The NO-BS Guide', Dana’s experiences offer valuable lessons on overcoming life's challenges. This episode dives into various themes such as divorce, addiction, and the significance of self-reflection. Dana's insights provide hope and encouragement for anyone facing similar struggles. Her journey serves as a testament to the power of recovery and the importance of advocating for oneself.
Tune in to hear Dana's inspiring story and gain practical advice on navigating the complexities of life affected by addiction.