Healing Trauma to Overcome Addiction with Mike Govoni
What we are fundamentally is loving consciousness inside this body.
What if the key to overcoming addiction lies in healing past trauma? In this episode of the 'Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast', host Mary Tilson sits down with trauma-informed recovery coach Mike Govoni. With over 16 years of personal recovery experience, Mike opens up about his journey through childhood trauma, addiction, and chronic illness, leading to a profound spiritual awakening. He believes that understanding how our life experiences shape our physical and mental health is crucial for long-term recovery.
Mike dives into the connection between trauma and addiction, explaining how unresolved trauma can manifest in the body and drive addictive behaviors. He shares practical strategies for restoring balance to the nervous system and emphasizes the importance of spirituality and mindfulness in the healing process. For those supporting a loved one struggling with addiction, Mike offers compassionate advice on how to provide effective support without enabling harmful habits.
Listeners will find valuable insights into holistic recovery paths that address the whole person, not just the symptoms of addiction. From creating a sense of safety within oneself to fostering deeper connections with others, this episode is packed with actionable tips for anyone on the recovery journey or supporting someone who is. Tune in to discover how healing trauma can be a transformative part of overcoming addiction.