The Addicted Mind Podcast

Episode 353: Art Dielhenn's Journey: From TV Director to Author and Coach, Finding Humor and Healing in Recovery


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Art Dielhenn's journey from directing beloved TV classics like Sister Sister and Punky Brewster to becoming an author and career coach is nothing short of remarkable. Facing his own struggles with addiction, Art found recovery and shared his insights through two humorous and insightful books, "Get Out of Your Head, It's a Mess in There" and "Addiction is a Family Disease." Join Art as he discusses how the pandemic spurred his writing endeavors, weaving humor with heavy topics to make them more approachable. With artist Clemmy McWilliam-Le Busque's lively cartoons, Art's books illustrate the chaotic yet relatable inner workings of our minds, making recovery both accessible and entertaining.

Art's personal stories add depth and authenticity to the conversation, especially as he navigates the profound grief of losing a child to addiction during the pandemic. He opens up about how he found comfort and creativity through writing, illustrating how humor and shared wisdom can coexist with sorrow to aid healing. By exploring internal reconciliation and the liberation found in truth, Art underscores the universal nature of recovery, emphasizing resilience and the relentless drive to rebuild after life's challenges. 

In this episode, you will hear:

  • Art Dielhenn's transformation from TV director to author and career coach, using humor to tackle recovery topics.
  • The impact of the pandemic as a catalyst for Art's writing journey and creative expression.
  • Art's personal experiences with grief and addiction, illustrating the healing power of humor and community.
  • Exploration of the universal nature of recovery, focusing on resilience and rebuilding after adversity.
  • Collaboration with artist Clemmy McWilliam-Le Busque to bring Art's vision to life through lively, humorous illustrations.
  • The role of humor in recovery, making heavy topics more approachable and emphasizing the joy found in shared recovery experiences.


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