“Being truly conscious requires stepping back from compulsions and attachments - a change in the operating system. And sometimes we need a helping hand for that. We can’t do it alone, nor should we have to.”
For me, the healing, the coming home, starts with shame. And is currently seeped in gratitude.
In this solo episode, I share my personal story woven together with words from wise teachers and thinkers. Borrowed from the sages, saints and sponsors who have inspired my own inquiry into addiction, mental health and healing, I share my take aways from 6 years of sobriety.
The intention in this honest, and unpolished episode is to share my hope, courage and strength for any other yogis or seekers out there struggling with addictions, compulsions and their own "stinking thinking".
Let’s all remember Swamiji’s words; “God lives in the effort.”
In this episode, I mention a few resources
➖Yoga and the 12 Steps: www.y12sr.com
➖And check out this lit Season 1, Episode 25 with Nikki in season 1 HERE
➖Gabor Mate’s book, “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction” HERE
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