Have you ever wondered why you keep turning to alcohol, drugs or unwanted behaviors even after they’ve caused you harm? Have you had a loved one gripped by addi...
#105: How to Show Up For the Sober Life You Want with Chris Janssen, Performance Coach for High Achievers and Perfectionists
Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditationLearn more about our upcoming Women's Hiking Retreat in Moab, Utah: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/moab-retreat/Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving _Chris Janssen is a board-certified coach with a master’s in counseling psychology and over 25 years of experience working with hundreds of sought-after athletes, creatives, soldiers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. She excels in helping high-achieving perfectionists navigate performance pressure, overcome self-sabotage and rewrite narratives. Chris trained with and worked on Tony Robbins’ team of results coaches at the #1 personal development and peak performance strategy company in the world. Topics explored in this episode include:Chris's journey to finding freedom from alcoholBouncing back from a slip-upHow to overcome perfectionismRewriting the stories we tell ourselvesChris's framework for harmful self-talkNavigating relationships in sobrietyHow to find communityLearn more about Chris's work: https://www.chrisjanssencoaching.com/Pre-order Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want - https://www.graceyourselfbook.com/__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
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#104: Yoga Therapy for Addiction Recovery with Katherine Quayhagen
Access a free mindfulness meditation to help manage cravings and regulate emotions: https://pages.sunandmoonsoberliving.com/easemeditationLearn more about the Sun & Moon Sober Living Community and upcoming retreats: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/Follow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving _Katherine Quayhagen is a C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, Wellness Director, and Yoga Nidra Instructor. After spending four years teaching hatha and perinatal yoga as a 500 Hour RYT in studios and underserved community spaces around New Orleans, Katherine was given the opportunity to construct a yoga-centric wellness department with Longbranch Healthcare, a dual diagnosis and holistic treatment organization. She now oversees a team of Wellness practitioners that provide yoga therapy and other healing modalities to over 100+ patients on a daily basis. Topics explored in this episode:Katherine’s journey with yoga Serving in the Peace CorpsBringing yoga therapy into a clinical settingHow to find a teacherWhat makes yoga therapy differentYoga for addiction recoveryThe window of toleranceSpirituality and recoveryLearn more about Katherine’s work: https://katherinequayhagen.com/__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
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#103: An Ayurvedic Approach to Addiction Recovery with Anjali Deva
Anjali Deva is a globally renowned Ayurvedic practitioner and educator who brings profound expertise in holistic wellness and traditional healing modalities. She is the founder of the Mādhya Way School for Ayurveda, where students learn traditional foundations of Ayurveda from classical texts and how to apply that knowledge in a manner best suited to contemporary life. Some key principles of Anjali’s Integrative Ayurveda philosophy include understanding trauma, using local & sustainable herbs, honoring social justice, making Ayurveda accessible, incorporating Yoga & Buddhist teachings, & rooting Ayurvedic teachings in compassion for self & others.Topics explored in this episode:What is AyurvedaSamskarasWorking with an Ayurvedic practitionerA trauma-informed approachAyurveda for addiction recoveryEmbracing simplicityThe importance of communityHealing in natureFind out more: https://www.rootedrasa.com/__SUN & MOON SOBER LIVINGInstagram: @sunandmoon.soberlivingLearn more about the Sun & Moon Community Membership & Upcoming Retreats: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.comEverest Base Camp - Elevate Your Recovery Retreat: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/everest-base-camp/__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
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#102: From Miller Beer Boy to 7 Summit Mountaineer with John Beede
John Beede has climbed to the top of the tallest mountain on every continent, including Mount Everest. He’s a worldwide adventurer who has traveled to 67 countries and given presentations to nearly 1 million live audience members. He's also the author of 3 books, the newest is called The Warrior Challenge: 8 Quests for Boys to Grow Up with Kindness, Courage, and Grit.In this episode, we discuss:How peer pressure led to a passion for hikingThe spiritual experience of hikingThe benefits of time in natureMentorship & teamworkRights of passageHow to build resilienceChoosing to live alcohol-freeLinks to connect with John:https://climbonsuccess.com/https://www.instagram.com/johnbeede/__SUN & MOON SOBER LIVINGInstagram: @sunandmoon.soberlivingLearn more about the Sun & Moon Community Membership & Upcoming Retreats: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.comEverest Base Camp - Elevate Your Recovery Retreat: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com/everest-base-camp/__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
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#101: Dance Therapy and a Body-Based Approach to Healing Trauma with Esther Kasenda
Esther Kasenda is a multidimensional artist, dancer and dance therapist. As a survivor of childhood trauma, Esther has personal experience with the profound transformation made possible through body-oriented therapy and healing modalities. In this vulnerable conversation, she shares about her own journey with mind-body healing, and how she supports others through her work as a dance therapist.Some of the topics explored in this episode include:Esther’s storySymptoms of traumaMind-body healingHealing trauma stored in the body Establishing healthy boundariesEmbracing changeManaging triggersDance therapyFinding safety in the bodyHow to get startedConnect with Esther on Instagram: @estherkasenda__SUN & MOON SOBER LIVINGInstagram: @sunandmoon.soberlivingLearn more about the Sun & Moon Community Membership & Upcoming Retreats: https://sunandmoonsoberliving.com__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Have you ever wondered why you keep turning to alcohol, drugs or unwanted behaviors even after they’ve caused you harm? Have you had a loved one gripped by addiction and questioned why they can’t just quit? Well then, you’re not alone. This podcast will help you understand what drives human behavior, and how to actually follow through on your intention to get sober and live a fulfilling life substance-free. In the Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast, you will hear intimate conversations with those who have overcome addiction and are thriving in sobriety, and gain insights from leading experts in the fields of holistic recovery, trauma healing, nutrition, mental health, yoga & meditation, neuroscience and psychology. Mary Tilson is a certified Addiction Recovery Coach (IAPRC), Yoga & Meditation Teacher and International Retreat Leader. Sun & Moon Sober Living is inspired by her own battle with addiction, which amounted to years of inner turmoil, shame and secrecy. She’s been sober since April 27, 2013, and considers it to be the best decision she’s ever made. Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.