TAM+ EP 108 Breaking Free: Why Shame (Not Guilt) Is Sabotaging Your Recovery

TAM+ EP 108 Breaking Free: Why Shame (Not Guilt) Is Sabotaging Your Recovery

May 7, 2026 · 15 min

About this episode

This episode explores the detrimental impact of shame on addiction recovery and offers tools for building shame resilience.

Download:  Shame Sabotaging Your Recovery Worksheet Have you ever noticed that after a slip in recovery, your thoughts immediately jump to "I'm worthless" or "I'm never going to get better"? These aren't just random negative thoughts – they're part of a powerful emotion that might be secretly sabotaging your recovery journey. In this eye-opening episode of The Addicted Mind Plus, hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind dive deep into the crucial difference between guilt and shame in addiction recovery. Through evidence-based research and practical experience, they reveal why many people mistakenly identify their shame as guilt, and how this misunderstanding can keep them trapped in the addiction cycle. The hosts share three powerful, scientifically-backed tools that listeners can start using immediately to build shame resilience and strengthen their recovery journey. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers essential insights into breaking free from the destructive grip of shame while building a healthier relationship with yourself and others. KEY TOPICS The critical difference between guilt ("I made a mistake") and shame ("I am a…

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