Welcome to this insightful episode of Wellness As A Way of Life, where we're joined by Brian Hyman to explore the transformative powers of yoga in the realm of recovery. Journey with us as we delve into personal growth, community support, and the profound impacts of spiritual and physical wellness practices.

Community and Support: Yoga and recovery both thrive on community engagement, helping individuals foster strong support systems akin to those in sports teams and literary circles.

Core Values: We discuss Brian’s book "Recovery with Yoga," structured around pivotal values like honesty, acceptance, and surrender, crafted for both new and seasoned individuals in recovery.

Accountability: The significance of maintaining honesty with oneself and others highlights the necessity of accountability across various stages of recovery and personal growth.

Divine Time: Emphasizing the importance of carving out personal time for spiritual practices, showing how such moments can significantly enhance focus and connectivity.

The Evolution of Practice: Brian shares insights into the continuous evolution of yoga practices, urging the importance of keeping an open and teachable mindset.

TLDR: This episode illuminates the powerful synergy between yoga and recovery, underscoring the critical roles of community, accountability, and personal time in fostering wellness. Dive into a discussion that not only educates but also inspires transformation and renewed self-awareness.

Connect with Brian

http://www.brianhymanyoga.com

BRIAN HYMAN, is a yoga instructor, meditation guide, dharma teacher, author, and father. He has been sober since 2009, and he has been teaching yoga and meditation at Cliffside Malibu since 2012. His dedicated work in the field of addiction treatment and recovery combines yoga and Buddhism. His innovative teachings about healing and transformation have been featured in many publications and podcasts.

BOOK: Recovery with Yoga: Supportive Practices for Transcending Addiction

social: @brianhymanyoga on IG, FB, and X (Twitter).

And courses, meditations, live sessions on Insightimer.com/brianhymanyoga.

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"I mean, I was to the point where I had to look up the liquor laws and different states so that if I was traveling with my kids, it's like, okay, when I land, how am I going to get booze? I was doing all that stuff which presents as unmanageable in my life, right?"

In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Amy Liz Harrison, who shares her raw and real journey from addiction to becoming a 'Supermom.'

5 Highlights:

Personal Transformation: Amy discusses how recognizing her alcohol dependency led to a life-changing commitment to sobriety and the Twelve Step program.

Parental Openness: She talks about the importance of transparency with her children regarding her struggles, helping to foster understanding and support within the family.

Children’s Literature: Amy highlights her journey into writing children’s books that address complex family issues like addiction, aiming to assist other families in similar situations.

Empowerment through Recovery: The discussion covers how Amy’s sobriety helped reclaim her life and redefine her goals, emphasizing empowerment and self-awareness.

Supportive Community: The value of a supportive community in recovery and personal growth is underlined, showcasing the roles that open conversations and empathetic connections play.

TLDR:

Amy Liz Harrison shares her transformative journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting the crucial role of openness with her children and the power of supportive communities in fostering lasting wellness.

Connect with Amy

http://amylizharrison.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/amylizharrison/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/amylizharrison

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amylizharrison

Latest book: Mommy Goes To Meetings

Amy recently released a children's book series called Kiss Your Brain. As a mother and a writer, Harrison felt inspired to create the “Kiss Your Brain” series of children’s books in 2023. This series tackles the big mental health topics her family—and all families—face. With five stories written from a child’s point of view, this series addresses substance abuse, eating disorders, and other mental health issues in a way that appeals to even the littlest readers.

Connect with Megan Swan

http://www.meganswanwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness

LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness/

Keywords

Amy Liz Harrison, Twelve Step program, alcoholism recovery, children's books, addiction awareness, sobriety coach, recovery mental health advocate, indie publishing, Mommy Goes to Meetings, Eternally Amy podcast, DUI, postpartum depression, adult ADHD, mommy wine club, Megan Swan, wellness podcast, neurodivergence, role models, women's wellness, feelings of insecurity, rejection sensitivity, empowerment of women, vulnerability, societal expectations, lack of self-confidence, alcohol dependency, transformation, open communication with children, mental health struggles, family challenges

In today's episode, the last in a 3 part series on falling in love with cacao with Ale Forero from the JANGALA project, we touch on the connection between spirituality, community, and environmental sustainability.

5 Things Discussed in the Podcast:

Indigenous Concept of One Health: Discussion on the traditional indigenous concept of one health, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of the health of people, animals, and the environment.

Ecotourism in Chiapas, Mexico: Exploration of the ecotourism options offered by Jangala, providing an opportunity to experience the cacao production process, meet farmers, and immerse in the holistic experience of connecting with nature.

The Impact of Colonial Mindset on Wellness: Analysis of how the colonial mindset has influenced the global view of wellness and the importance of understanding the origin and traceability of the products we consume.

Regenerative Culture and Relationship with Earth: Emphasis on regenerative culture, honoring the origin of products, and establishing a balanced relationship with the earth for the well-being of individuals and communities.

The Role of Immersion and Regeneration: Importance of immersing oneself in nature and regenerating the mind, body, and spirit through well-aligned lifestyle choices, echoing the holistic principle of wellness.

TLDR: In this episode, we delved deep into the indigenous concept of one health and its relevance to modern wellness practices. Our discussions highlighted the need to embrace regenerative culture, understand the origin of products, and immerse in nature to achieve holistic well-being. The podcast emphasized the interconnectedness of individual, community, and environmental health in promoting a sustainable and balanced way of life.

Ale Forero is a transdisciplinary artist and researcher on cacao & women's health.

https://jangala.mx

https://www.instagram.com/malejafura?igsh=dmltengzZGJ6Y2hn

https://www.instagram.com/jangalamx?igsh=ZXIzZDl6bWcxcWR4

Keywords

Cacao, women's health, indigenous concept, one health, wellness, chiapas, Mexico, Gelanga, ecotourism, health benefits, ancestral philosophy, public health, ancestral wisdom, holistic medicine, colonialism, regenerative culture, biodiversity, sustainability, supply chain, traceability, cacao ceremonies, immersion, agroforestry, fermentation, agriculture, community, origin, holistic living, ancestral knowledge, spiritual wellness, ancient wisdom.

Connect with Megan

http://www.meganswanwellness.com/

https://www.instagram.com/meganswanwellness/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-swan-wellness/