Episode 155 • Physically Experiencing the Twelve Steps, with Nina Pick
Episode 155 • Physically Experiencing the Twelve Steps, with Nina Pick
Episode 155 • Physically Experiencing the Twelve Steps, with Nina Pick
Saturday 18th November 2023
Join Nina Pick and Nate Larkin as they explore somatic practices for trauma-sensitive recovery, emphasizing joy, empathy, and holistic healing.
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Episode Overview
- The episode discusses the challenges of attachment and emotions in recovery, emphasizing the rollercoaster of emotions in personal experiences.
- Nina Pick shares insights into integrating somatic practices for healing from trauma and addiction, focusing on trauma-sensitive approaches and barriers to somatic work.
- The conversation delves into the profound impact of childhood sexual trauma, the experience of grief, and the pursuit of joy and sensuality in recovery.
- Nina emphasizes grounding her work in the present body experience and Jewish frameworks, offering a holistic and inclusive approach.
- The episode concludes with a reflection on the challenges of relapse and the vital role of support and empathy in the recovery journey.
In order to feel pleasure, in order to feel aliveness, we're also feeling pain, and that's a spiritual conundrum for me that I'm wrapping my head around and trying to wrap my heart around every day.
Imagine losing your dog and the emotional whirlwind that follows. That's how Nate Larkin kicks off this episode of the Positive Sobriety Podcast. Nate's heartfelt story sets the stage for a conversation with Nina Pick, the author of 'The Mind-Body Guide to the Twelve Steps'. Nina dives into her own recovery journey, sharing how she integrates somatic practices to heal from trauma and addiction.
Her approach is all about being kind to yourself, especially when dealing with the deep scars of childhood trauma and the complexities of grief. Nina emphasizes the importance of staying grounded in your body and draws from her Jewish heritage to offer a holistic healing path. The episode also tackles the tough topic of relapse, underscoring the need for empathy and support in the recovery process.
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on finding joy and sensuality in sobriety, this conversation is a must-listen.