Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Mike Govoni, Ashley Loeb Blassingame)
Mike Govoni: Son of a Defrocked Catholic Priest Finds an Unorthodox Approach to Recovery from Addiction & Childhood Trauma
Mike Govoni: Son of a Defrocked Catholic Priest Finds an Unorthodox Approach to Recovery from Addiction & Childhood Trauma
Mike Govoni: Son of a Defrocked Catholic Priest Finds an Unorthodox Approach to Recovery from Addiction & Childhood Trauma
Tuesday 20th April 2021
Mike Govoni discusses his unique journey from addiction and trauma to holistic recovery on 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast'.
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Get the buttons here!Mike Govoni: A Journey from Trauma to Healing and Recovery
The activation of trauma that keeps us from living in the present moment, that keeps us from being serene and enjoying this beautiful blue sky, that keeps us on the hamster wheel of the constant chase, is living in your tissues, and that's what we have to titrate and move out so you can actually feel comfortable in your own skin and have access to the present moment.
What happens when your childhood is anything but ordinary? Raised by a defrocked Catholic priest, Mike Govoni's early years were steeped in complexity and pain. Turning to opiates and other substances at a young age, Mike sought to numb the emotional scars left by his tumultuous upbringing. But his story doesn’t end in darkness.
In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', host Ashley Loeb Blassingame sits down with Mike to explore his unique path to recovery and healing. With over 16 years of sobriety under his belt, Mike has become a beacon of hope for many. His unconventional approach to recovery focuses on integrating holistic methods, emphasizing the importance of creating a sense of safety and connection within oneself.
Mike’s insights are drawn from his extensive experience working in major hospital emergency rooms in Boston, where he supported patients grappling with substance abuse and its myriad complications. Listeners will find Mike’s story both relatable and enlightening as he delves into crucial topics like trauma acknowledgment, completing the arousal cycle of trauma, gut health, mental well-being, and finding spiritual wisdom. He talks about moving past the constant cycle of trauma activation and learning to feel comfortable in one's own skin.
Mike's private practice as an Integrative Holistic Recovery Coach allows him to help individuals and groups both in-person and virtually. His ability to view recovery through the lens of trauma makes his approach particularly effective for those seeking long-term healing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the deep connections between body, mind, and spirit in the journey towards recovery.