Tommy Rosen

In The Circle

Tommy Rosen

  • 23. What Role Does Trauma Play in Addiction?

23. What Role Does Trauma Play in Addiction?

Tuesday 18th July 2023

Tommy Rosen explores the connection between trauma, addiction, and healing through yoga and community in this episode of 'In The Circle'.
26 minutes
Hopeful
Empowering
Informative
Healing
Transformative

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In The Circle
Author:
Tommy Rosen
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Healing Trauma: The Power of Yoga and Community with Tommy Rosen

Episode Overview

  • Trauma as 'unfinished business' and its lingering impact on individuals
  • The transformative power of yoga, meditation, and breathwork in breaking free from trauma and addiction
  • The crucial role of community support in healing and recovery
  • Challenging the narrative of trauma and reclaiming agency in one's life
  • Embracing various pathways to healing and transcending past experiences
This is about doing the work. This is about freedom. Let's jump into this discussion.
Trauma can cast a long shadow over our lives, often intertwining with addiction in ways we might not fully understand. In this episode of 'In The Circle', host Tommy Rosen tackles a question from Celeste about the deep connection between trauma and addiction. Through a heartfelt and enlightening conversation, Tommy unpacks the concept of trauma, describing it as emotional residue from painful experiences that can get lodged in our minds, bodies, and energy fields.
He emphasizes that while trauma can keep us stuck, there are powerful tools to help us move forward. Tommy dives into the definitions of trauma and resentment, exploring how severe trauma can alter the course of a person's life. He shares insights on living in the present moment and breaking harmful patterns through yoga and therapy. Celeste's personal story brings these concepts to life, showing how yoga and community support have played pivotal roles in her healing journey.
Tommy and Celeste discuss why it's important not to wear trauma as a badge of courage but to seek ways to transcend it. This episode shines a light on the transformative power of yoga and the importance of community in the recovery process. It's a must-listen for anyone grappling with the lingering effects of trauma or looking for hope and practical advice on their path to healing.