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In this engaging episode of "The Addictive Mind Plus," hosts Duane and Eric Osterlind explore the transformative concept of meaning-making. Following up on their previous discussion about values, this episode dives deeper into how understanding and aligning with our deepest values can energize our life's journey. The hosts discuss practical strategies from dialectical behavior therapy and insights from Thomas Marra to illustrate how individuals can reshape their lives around what truly matters. Whether you're battling addictions, anxiety, or just seeking deeper fulfillment, this episode offers valuable insights into overcoming life's psychological hurdles through intentional living.\n\nDownload: THE CREATING MEANING MAKING WORKSHEET\nKey Topics\n\nIntegration of Values and Meaning: How values serve as a compass and meaning provides the momentum.\n\nRole of Meaning in Mental Health: Exploring its impact on recovery, anxiety, and depression.\n\nStrategies for Meaning Making: Practical approaches to integrate meaningful actions into daily life.\n\nChallenges to Meaning Making: Common obstacles like fear and disapproval, and how to navigate them.\n\nEmpowerment through Meaning: Using meaning making to lead a more intentional and satisfying life.\n\n\nTimestamps\n\n[00:01:00] Introduction to Meaning Making\n\n[00:02:00] How Meaning and Values Interact\n\n[00:05:00] Meaning in Relation to Mental Health (Addiction and Depression)\n\n[00:08:00] Practical Strategies for Applying Meaning\n\n[00:10:00] Discussing Supreme Concerns and Everyday Integration\n\n[00:13:00] Overcoming Obstacles in Meaning Making\n\n[00:15:00] Conclusion and Resources\n\n\nFollow and Review:\nWe\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\u2019t yet. Click that purple \u2018+\u2019 in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on\xa0Apple Podcasts. Simply select \u201cRatings and Reviews\u201d and \u201cWrite a Review\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.\nSupporting Resources:\nIf you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out\xa0Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery Center\nNovusMindfulLife.com\nWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question:\xa0https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmind\nDisclaimer\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices