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  • 367- Julia A- Vikara Wellness Retreats

367- Julia A- Vikara Wellness Retreats

Friday 25th October 2024

Join Julia Allhouse as she shares her journey from IT to holistic wellness retreats, focusing on yoga, meditation, and sober living.
78 minutes
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Sober Speak-  Alcoholics Anonymous  Recovery Interviews
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John M
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Julia Allhouse: Transforming Recovery with Vikara Wellness Retreats

Episode Overview

  • Julia's transition from IT to holistic wellness.
  • The role of yoga and meditation in recovery.
  • Importance of nutrition in overall well-being.
  • Unique practices like involuntary shaking for emotional release.
  • Combining physical practices with therapeutic sessions.
What am I holding myself back in doing because it's unfamiliar, because it's new and different?
In this episode of Sober Speak, host John M. chats with Julia Allhouse about her journey from Pennsylvania to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and her creation of Vikara Wellness Retreats. Julia shares her motivation for starting these retreats, which focus on sober living and holistic wellness. You'll hear about her experiences in IT and how a shift in her career led her to embrace yoga, meditation, and nutrition as tools for recovery.
Julia's retreats offer a unique blend of yoga, breathwork, and nervous system regulation, aiming to support those in recovery and even those who are 'sober curious'. Her approach integrates both physical practices and therapeutic talking sessions to provide a comprehensive healing experience. The episode also touches on the fascinating concept of involuntary shaking as a form of emotional release. If you're curious about how holistic practices can aid in sobriety and mental well-being, this episode is a must-listen.
Julia's candidness and John's engaging questions make for an enlightening conversation that could inspire you to explore new paths in your own recovery journey.