#115: How Small Wins Lead to Massive Transformation with Michael Chernow
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/easemeditationFollow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving ___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 storyHow small wins lead to big changesThe role of fitness & nutrition in recoveryWhy sobriety is a superpower3Cs - commitment, confidence & courageSpiritualityCheck out the links below to connect with Michael and find out more about his work:IG: @michaelchernowWebsite: https://www.michaelchernow.com/Kreatures of Habit: https://kreaturesofhabit.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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#114: The Mind-Body Guide to Recovery with Nina Pick
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/easemeditationFollow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving ___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 journeyHealing shameThe power in surrenderThe connection between trauma & addictionNervous system regulationA mind-body guide to recoveryFinding "God in the Body"Regaining access to joy and pleasureTo find out more, visit: www.ninapick.comOrder 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__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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#113: Sobriety is a Power Move with Megan Wilcox
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/easemeditationFollow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving ___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 journeySeeing sobriety as a power moveCommunity & connectionABC - Always Be CreatingContinuous growth & learningBreaking through limiting beliefsEntrepreneurshipProgress over perfectionCreating structure & routineMisconceptions about alcoholNatural dopamineRetreatsMegan 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__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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#112: Discover How Sobriety Can Become Your Greatest Adventure with Sarah Treacy
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/easemeditationFollow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving ___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 alcoholEstablishing healthy habits, structure & routineEmbracing a sober identity Overcoming shameThe slippery middleCreating a new life of adventureFinding purposeThe importance of communitySobriety is the New Epic Speaker SeriesLinks to connect with Sarah & learn more about her work:Website: https://soberadventurecollective.com/IG: @thesobersherpa__Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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#111: Body-First Healing with Brittany Piper
Brittany Piper is an internationally renowned speaker, author, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, and expert in sexual violence prevention and trauma-informed care. Over the past 13 years, she has delivered more than 400 programs across three continents. Her work has been recognized by the U.S. Army, the Department of Justice, the Laura Bush Institute for Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, Elite Daily, and others. As a rape survivor and leading advocate on sexual violence prevention, Brittany speaks to tens of thousands each year. She is also a forensic neurobiology expert, conducting trauma-informed trainings with the U.S. Army and Sex Crimes Detectives. Creator of @healwithbritt and founder of the internationally acclaimed Body-First Healing Program, Brittany continues to inspire and lead in the field of trauma recovery. In her transformative new book, Body-First Healing: A Revolutionary Guide to Nervous System Recovery (launching March 25, 2025), Brittany shares her compassionate, science-backed roadmap for trauma recovery and nervous system regulation. She teaches readers how to break free from survival mode and reclaim their lives using simple yet effective somatic practices.In this episode, we discuss:Brittany’s story Healing from sexual violenceAttachment TraumaPolyvagal TheorySomatic ExperiencingWhy the goal is not to have a “calm” nervous systemThe Five Stuck StatesInternal Family Systems / Parts WorkAddiction RecoveryTools for HealingLinks to connect with Brittany and learn more about her work:Website: https://www.bodyfirsthealing.com/Book: https://www.bodyfirsthealing.com/the-bookProgram: https://www.bodyfirsthealing.com/programInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/healwithbritt/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healwithbritt__SUN & MOON SOBER LIVINGLearn 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/easemeditationFollow along on Instagram: @sunandmoon.soberliving __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.