Jim Rachels
Jim Rachels
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 37 (Noah Levine Interview)
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 37 (Noah Levine Interview)
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 37 (Noah Levine Interview)
Tuesday 25th January 2022
Join Jim Rachels in this episode of Addicts Anonymous as Noah Levine discusses his addiction recovery journey through Buddhism and Refuge Recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Noah Levine's Path: From Addiction to Buddhist Recovery
And whether you're in Los Angeles or in at the boat Gaia, the bodhi tree, it wasn't any easier over there. You know, my siblings were an active addiction. So that created an interesting dynamic of like dad as dharma teacher and I, and he was quick to say, hey, go study with these other teachers and introduced me to a bunch of cool teachers and romantically, mostly in My 20s And 30s, series of like short, you know what do they call like serial monogamy.
Ever wondered how Buddhism can help someone recover from addiction? In this episode of 'Addicts Anonymous', host Jim Rachels sits down with best-selling author Noah Levine to discuss his tumultuous journey through addiction and his unique path to recovery. Growing up with a Buddhist teacher as a father, Noah turned to drugs and alcohol to cope with his childhood trauma. His story is a compelling blend of personal struggle and spiritual awakening.
Noah dives into how he found solace in Buddhism, leading him to create Refuge Recovery, a peer-led support group rooted in Buddhist principles. He shares deep insights into the Buddhist concepts of suffering and craving, and how they mirror the challenges of addiction. Throughout the conversation, Noah highlights the importance of abstinence, mindfulness, forgiveness, and self-love in the recovery process.
He also sheds light on the impact of addiction on family dynamics and relationships, offering a holistic view of recovery that intertwines spirituality and mental well-being. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone curious about integrating spirituality into their recovery journey. It's not just about kicking the habit; it's about finding inner peace and rebuilding one's life from the ground up.