Julia Hayes: Reimagining Recovery with Mindfulness and Community
Episode Overview
Julia Hayes shares her journey through Buddhist recovery. SatiSeva offers support for those in recovery and their loved ones. Mindfulness practices play a key role in Julia's approach. SoulCenter Spokane provides diverse pathways for healthier choices. Creating a welcoming environment is essential for fostering a sense of belonging.
The truth is, what are the options that people have to choose from?
In this episode of the BRN Podcast, Julia Hayes shares her incredible journey through Buddhist recovery and the creation of SatiSeva, a unique support system for those in recovery and their loved ones. Julia's approach is deeply rooted in mindfulness, creativity, and community, drawing from her 30 years of Buddhist practice and Celtic mysticism. She discusses the challenges people face when they have limited options and how her non-profit, SoulCenter Spokane, aims to provide multiple pathways to healthier choices.
Julia emphasises the importance of creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels acknowledged and supported, no matter where they are on their journey. Her insights into the interconnectedness of those in recovery and their supporters are both enlightening and practical. This episode also touches on Thích Nhất Hạnh's teachings and how they can be applied to modern recovery practices.
Julia's dedication to fostering a sense of belonging and offering diverse recovery options makes this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in holistic approaches to addiction recovery.