Finding Calm in Chaos: Maegan Kenney on Mindful Meditation and Addiction Recovery
It allowed my social anxiety to dissipate and I was able to show up... All of the dreams that I had about going to Harvard and being a businesswoman and working for myself and creating something great, was lost during the act of addiction.
Maegan Kenney, known for her work as the Creator and Host of The Addictionary Podcast on YouTube, joins Dr. Jason Powers on this episode of Positive Recovery MD. Maegan, a recovery coach, clinical interventionist, and meditation teacher, brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to the table. She opens up about her own struggles with opioid addiction and how mindful meditation practices have been transformative in her journey to recovery.
The conversation dives deep into recognizing and addressing resentment and stigma that often accompany addiction recovery. Maegan shares practical tips on how to find gratitude even in the most challenging times and how to align with one's true self. She also discusses the significance of integrating personal experiences into one's outlook on life and the power of heart-centering meditation in fostering peace amid chaos.
Currently pursuing a doctoral degree in psychology with a focus on consciousness and transpersonal psychology, Maegan emphasizes the importance of holistic approaches to recovery. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to thrive in their recovery journey, offering tools to overcome fear, silence the inner critic, and embrace unconditional love. Tune in to learn how to implement these practices into your daily life and find peace through the suffering.