Nikki Myers on Yoga and 12 Step Recovery: Healing from Within
Y12SR will help you go further and deeper, enhancing your journey every step of the way.
What happens when you blend the ancient practice of yoga with the transformative steps of addiction recovery? Nikki Myers, the founder of the Y12SR program, shares her unique approach in this episode of Coming Clean Radio. Nikki opens up about her personal battles with addiction and how she found solace and strength through yoga. She explains how Y12SR meetings are designed for anyone grappling with their own addictive behaviors or those affected by others' addictions.
These sessions go beyond traditional recovery, diving deep into the root causes of addiction and promoting sustainable healing. Nikki emphasizes the importance of community, or 'sangha', in creating a safe space for individuals to explore their innermost selves. She also touches on the somatic practices and yoga sequencing that help align the body and mind, offering a holistic approach to recovery.
Plus, hear about her work with Off the Mat and Into the World, where she's training yoga teachers and therapists to support healing in their own communities. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how combining yoga with the 12 steps can enhance your recovery journey, providing tools for relapse prevention and long-term well-being.