In this heartfelt episode, Ash is joined by breathwork facilitator and sober mum, Jo Kinna, for a powerful conversation about rebuilding life after addiction. Jo opens up about the deeply personal journey of repairing her relationship with her children, navigating the pain of divorce, and discovering her true purpose in the middle of life’s most challenging season.

Through honesty and vulnerability, she shares how breathwork, meditation, and community became essential tools in her healing and how they continue to support her sobriety today. Jo’s story is one of resilience, showing that even after years of struggle, it’s possible to create meaningful connection, inner peace, and a life aligned with your true self.

This episode shines a light on the courage it takes to start over, the strength found in repairing broken bonds, and the hope that comes when you embrace mid-life as a new beginning.

The episode highlights are:

00:00 Introduction to the Retreat and Podcast Themes

01:52 Jo's Journey: From Addiction to Recovery

06:27 Daily Practices: Meditation and Breathwork

11:03 Navigating Social Anxiety and Relationships

14:40 The Impact of Trauma on Addiction

18:29 The Cycle of Addiction: A Personal Story

23:00 Hitting Rock Bottom and Seeking Help

27:57 The Role of Community in Recovery

32:42 Life After Rehab: Challenges and Growth

37:25 Finding Purpose: Breathwork and Teaching

42:03 Future Aspirations and Continued Growth

46:32 Closing Thoughts and Non-Negotiables

Join Jo at her next event The Gift of Pause on November 12th at Merkabar Studio in Cheltenham - Event Details & Tickets Here! 

You can connect with Jo Kinna on Instagram here @beyondthewave__

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Join Ash on retreat in Bali in  2026! All the details can be found at https://www.ashbutterss.com/bali-retreat-2026. 
Watch Ash’s TEDx Talk here!