Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast

Access a free mindfulness meditation guided by Mary Tilson to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Eryl McCaffrey is a Registered Psychotherapist and Certified Yoga Teacher from Toronto, Canada with a Master's Degree in Counselling Psychology and 10+ years of experience in the holistic health and wellness field. 

She blends mindfulness, somatics, neuroscience, and psychology with her own mental health and addiction recovery tools to offer clients a unique, holistic approach to healing. She works with individuals who are struggling with addiction, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and grief.  

Eryl uses her personal experience with addiction and her love of sobriety to help others find joy, peace, and fulfillment without substances.

Topics explored in this episode include:

• Eryl’s recovery journey
• Recovering from relapse
• The Stages of Change
• Perfectionism  
• Inner child work
• Nervous system regulation
• Recovery as a daily practice
• Authenticity
• Healing co-dependency
• Boundaries 

Links to access Eryl's resources & learn more:

Aligned + Alcohol-Free: A 12 Week Program for women who are sober-curious or ready to break free from alcohol coming this fall -  https://www.erylmccaffrey.com/alignedandalcoholfree

Sober Starter Kit: A free guide with simple tools and resources to help you start your sober journey - https://www.erylmccaffrey.com/soberstarterkit

Instagram: @erylmccaffrey

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Access a free mindfulness meditation guided by Mary Tilson to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Laura Grubb is a functional health coach who gave up alcohol 3.5 years ago and found so much more than sobriety—she found her calling. At the time, she was working as a nurse practitioner but felt something was missing in the way many chronic health symptoms, including her acne, were approached in conventional health.  A few months into her sober journey, she began studying functional medicine and started healing her own gut imbalances. Today, she helps women get to the root of their chronic gut and hormone symptoms and reconnect with their bodies using natural, sustainable tools that support real, lasting transformation.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Laura's alcohol-free journey
• Embracing your authentic self
• Functional health
• The impact of alcohol on gut & hormones
• The benefits of walking
• Daily habits
• Following your true calling

To connect with Laura and learn more about her work:

https://www.lauragrubbwellness.com/

IG: @lauragrubbwellness

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Topics explored in this episode include:

• The Nervous System through the lens of Polyvagal Theory
• How to expand your Window of Wellness & Resilience
• The impact of loneliness
• Trauma healing & addiction recovery
• Co-regulation & the power of community
• Practices for Vagal Toning

Dr. Ilene Naomi Rusk received her PhD in Psychology (Neuropsychology and Psychopharmacology) in the UK with a focus on the brain circuitry involved in appetite regulation, motivation, and satiation. In Canada she completed fellowships in neuroscience + neuropsychology looking at novel treatment strategies for Alzheimer’s Disease and neuropsychiatric issues. Dr Rusk was the Parkinson’s Disease Fellow for Canada and she worked collaboratively with pharmaceutical companies authoring numerous peer-reviewed articles in neuroscience & treating brain and behavior disorders.  

She is trained in somatic approaches to healing trauma and nervous system disorders, and uses numerous trauma resolution techniques (EMDR and Brainspotting, among them). Training in cognitive rehabilitation adds to her healing repertoire. Dr Rusk’s extensive trainings in Polyvagal Theory has led her incorporate vagal toning into her work with patients with anxiety, depression and stress sensitivities. She draws from decades of experience in ancestral healing, yoga, breathwork  +  mindfulness practices and uses them as an integral part of her functional nervous system health program. Spiritual guidance is intrinsic to her work.

Dr. Rusk co-founded the Brain and Behavior Clinic in Boulder, CO and developed the Healthy Brain Program. While training in a functional medicine approach to cognitive + emotional health, she developed a team-based program to integrate functional and personalized brain health with trauma healing work to optimize stress resilience, anxiety and mental health. She is former Director of Community Medical Education for Grillo Health Information Resource Center and the Director of Resilience Training with Disaster Resources an international organization dedicated to healing anxiety, stress + distress in educators, children and families after natural and man-made disasters. Dr. Rusk's work focuses on blending personalized integrative healthcare and psychological wellness within a scientist-practitioner model. She has woven spirituality and mindfulness into her practice for over 35 years, and leads monthly online Embodied Brain Polyvagal Groups. 

To learn more & join Dr Rusk's next Vagal Toning Practice Group visit: 

https://www.ilenenaomirusk.com/events

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Access a free mindfulness meditation guided by Mary Tilson to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Sue Van Raes is a functional nutritionist, food psychology specialist, psycho-spiritual practitioner, and author of Food and Freedom (April 2024). With over two decades in private practice—and a personal journey of healing a lifelong struggle with food—Sue offers a holistic path to peace with your plate. Her work weaves together functional nutrition, integrative health, and soul-based self-inquiry to help women transform how they eat, think, and live.

Her upcoming PBS feature shares her revolutionary approach with a national audience, inviting more women into a body, mind, heart, and soul connection with food. Sue’s teachings have been featured in People, Chopra, Livestrong, and Reader’s Digest, and her grounded, feminine voice continues to inspire women toward deeper nourishment and embodied freedom.

Topics explored in this episode include:

• Sue’s healing journey
• Balancing blood sugar
• Functional nutrition
• How to make peace with your plate
• Managing cravings
• Diet culture
• Empowering women through food freedom
• Healing as a process

FREE DOWNLOAD:

https://www.bouldernutrition.com/makepeacewithyourplate

WEBSITE:

https://www.bouldernutrition.com/

BOOK:

https://www.amazon.com/Food-Freedom-Discover-Personal-Recipe/dp/1608688747/ref

INSTAGRAM:

https://www.instagram.com/bouldernutrition/

PODCAST:

Apple Podcasts:
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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Topics explored in this episode include:

• Shawna’s story
• How relief-seeking led to addiction and recovery
• The power of surrender
• Integrated recovery practices
• Transfer addiction
• When the pursuit of “wellness” becomes problematic
• The need for trauma-informed spaces
• Sobriety and the 8-Limb Path of Yoga
• Maintaining boundaries in recovery spaces
• Family dynamics of addiction
• Equine therapy

Shawna Marie Rodgers is a certified yoga instructor, event host, and environmental advocate with a mission to help individuals reconnect with themselves through mindful practices and aligned living.

On the path of recovery since 2007 and actively practicing sobriety since 2012, Shawna brings a lived understanding of healing to her work. Her personal journey has included cognitive behavioral therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), energy healing, 12-step programs, embodied breath work, and Chinese medicine. In 2025, she created and led a workshop series on sobriety and the Eight-Limbed Path of Yoga, offering a compassionate, non-prescriptive lens on healing. She also participates in Al-Anon to better understand the family dynamics of addiction and mental health.

With over 500 hours of yoga training—including immersive study in India—Shawna’s teaching integrates trauma-informed approaches, Ayurvedic wisdom, and a deep respect for personal transformation. She offers private sessions, group classes, retreats, and wellness coaching across California and internationally.

In addition to her work in wellness, Shawna is committed to environmental sustainability. Since 2018, she has worked in organic agriculture, raising funds to support organic farmers across the U.S.

Whether teaching on the mat or advocating for the planet, Shawna leads with integrity, compassion, and a belief in our shared capacity for growth and grounded living. 

Based in Santa Cruz, CA | Available for wellness programming, corporate offerings, and events

Follow Shawna on social @shawnamarieyoga or at www.shawnamarieyoga.com 

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Robert Shearon is the Founder and Executive Director of RECONNECTED Foundation, which is a nonprofit recovery community based in Vail, Colorado dedicated to providing peer support services, social events, community education, and ending the stigma surrounding addiction. He's passionate about combining the outdoors with recovery, and has organized everything from camping trips to national skiathons. Rob’s mission is to help others realize that recovery is not only possible, but that it can be fun!

Topics discussed in this episode include:

• Rob’s addiction recovery story
• Social anxiety
• Getting sober as a college student
• Personal growth in recovery
• The importance of community
• Discovering new hobbies
• The benefits of taking on challenges
• Harm reduction
• Embracing progress over perfection
• #TheWeightWeCarry Fundraiser

Find out more about RECONNECTED Foundation: https://reconnected.org/

Support #TheWeightWeCarry Fundraiser: https://donate.vailhealthfoundation.org/campaign/reconnected-the-weight-we-carry/c689856

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Michael Chernow is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, father, husband, podcast host, coach, and professional athlete. As a person in recovery from addiction for two decades, Michael's mission is to share positive habits and experiences with as many people as possible through business and coaching in the name of service. His latest venture, Kreatures of Habit is a wellness brand offering high-protein superfood oatmeal, natural sleep aids, and apparel to build habits for a healthier lifestyle.

Topics explored in this episode include:

• Michael’s addiction recovery story
• How small wins lead to big changes
• The role of fitness & nutrition in recovery
• Why sobriety is a superpower
• 3Cs - commitment, confidence & courage
• Spirituality

Check out the links below to connect with Michael and find out more about his work:

IG: @michaelchernow

Website: https://www.michaelchernow.com/

Kreatures of Habit: https://kreaturesofhabit.com/

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Nina Pick is a somatic practitioner focused on helping individuals with early relational wounds live full, embodied, and connected lives. In recovery since 2009, she is the author of The Mind-Body Guide to the Twelve Steps: Finding Joy, Sensuality, and Pleasure in Recovery, and she facilitates groups on somatics, attachment, and recovery. She received an MA in counseling psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute and an MA in comparative literature from UC Berkeley, and has certifications in a range of mind-body modalities, including NeuroAffective Touch, Somatic Attachment Therapy, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy, the Safe and Sound Protocol, the Havening Techniques, and Reiki. Based in Western Massachusetts, she loves cats and is always up for a good dance party. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Nina's recovery journey
• Healing shame
• The power in surrender
• The connection between trauma & addiction
• Nervous system regulation
• A mind-body guide to recovery
• Finding "God in the Body"
• Regaining access to joy and pleasure

To find out more, visit: www.ninapick.com

Order Nina's Book, The Mind-Body Guide to the Twelve Steps: Finding Joy, Sensuality, and Pleasure in Recovery: https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Body-Guide-Twelve-Steps-Recovery-Integrative/dp/1623179408/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Megan Wilcox is the visionary behind SobahSistahs Sobriety and the host of the SobahSistahs Podcast, a platform dedicated to empowering women on their journey to sobriety. 

SobahSistahs was recently named BEST Sober Community by the Sans Bar Academy Awards. 

With a wealth of expertise as a Certified Recovery Coach, Certified Mindset and Success Coach, Certified NLP Practitioner, and Certified Hypnotherapy Practitioner, Megan brings a holistic, empathetic approach to her coaching. 

She draws from over 13 years of experience in a Level One Trauma Hospital in Boston, where she witnessed the alarming rise in alcohol-related health issues particularly among women. 

This experience inspired her to take a closer look at her own relationship with alcohol.

After getting sober at the end of 2020, Megan founded SobahSistahs in June 2021. She has since launched the SobahSistahs Empowerment Club, designed for women new to sobriety and those seeking meaningful connections in their alcohol-free journey.

Megan has also hosted transformative retreats for alcohol-free women worldwide, including in Bali, Punta Cana, and Vermont. She is passionate about helping women recognize that living alcohol-free is a powerful choice, not a punishment.

Topics explored in this episode include:

• Megan’s recovery journey
• Seeing sobriety as a power move
• Community & connection
• ABC - Always Be Creating
• Continuous growth & learning
• Breaking through limiting beliefs
• Entrepreneurship
• Progress over perfection
• Creating structure & routine
• Misconceptions about alcohol
• Natural dopamine
• Retreats

Megan has generously donated a 30-day free trial to the SobahSistahs Empowerment Club. Click the link below to join!

https://sobahsistahs.mn.co/plans/1431074?bundle_token=6a052d07cb7280c2a414425a7f47689b&utm_source=manual

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Learn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/

Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditation

Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving 

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Sarah Treacy is the founder of The Sober Adventure Collective and creator of the Sobriety is the New Epic virtual speaker series. She helps others turn recovery into their greatest adventure — reigniting passion, building community, and living with purpose. Sarah is currently developing an adventure-based coaching program and in-person retreats rooted in connection and challenge.

Topics explored in this episode:

• Sarah’s Recovery Story 
• Rewiring old beliefs about alcohol
• Establishing healthy habits, structure & routine
• Embracing a sober identity 
• Overcoming shame
• The slippery middle
• Creating a new life of adventure
• Finding purpose
• The importance of community
• Sobriety is the New Epic Speaker Series

Links to connect with Sarah & learn more about her work:

Website: https://soberadventurecollective.com/

IG: @thesobersherpa

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Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.