Alexandra McRobert, known as Sober Yoga Girl, is a former party girl turned international yoga teacher and sober lifestyle coach. Originally from Canada, Alex spent her twenties partying in Dubai, the land of bottomless brunch and unlimited drinks. Alex now supports other women in finding spirituality and sobriety through Sober Girls Yoga - which is part of The Mindful Life Practice, an international online yoga community she founded. In this podcast Alex will offer weekly episodes with in ...
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Writing Your Way to Sobriety with Tawny Lara
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31:16In this episode, we had guest speaker Tawny Lara, author of Dry Humping. In this episode, we explored how writing can be a powerful tool for processing emotions and staying sober. In this episode, Tawny shared her journey and insights during an engaging interview, offering practical tips on using writing as a means of self-discovery and emotional r…
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In this episode, I sit down with Martin O’Toole - a friend of mine in Bali, who is a former London ad-man turned holistic mental health coach - for a deeply honest conversation about burnout, addiction, depression, and the long road to healing. Once a self-proclaimed “high-functioning shambles,” Martin left the hustle of city life behind and began …
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Redefining Fun and Alcohol Free Alternatives with Steve Knapp
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42:36Steve Knapp is a student of life, emotion and business. He is currently attending college to get his first ever degree, studying accounting and business. Steve is a certified addiction recovery coach, a full time life adventurer, and a learner. In this episode, Steve shares about his sober story, and then we discuss redefining fun on the sober jour…
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Sober Yoga Girl, I’m joined by the incredible Marci Hopkins—Emmy-nominated host of Wake Up with Marci, author of Chaos to Clarity, and a powerful voice in the recovery and mental health space. Marci opens up about her journey from childhood trauma and addiction to finding purpose through sobriety, healing,…
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Sober Curious Beyond January With Julie Miller
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40:04In this episode we welcomed Julie Miller, RCP, an addiction recovery coach and podcaster from Colorado. After overcoming a decade-long battle with alcohol addiction, Julie transformed her life by facing shame, embracing authenticity, and creating a purpose-filled existence. Now, she dedicates herself to helping others find freedom from addiction th…
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From YTT to Studio Owner in LA: Lara Estrada
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42:36I was so excited to have Lara Estrada on the podcast! Lara and I met in Los Angeles in 2023 from an unexpected layover (read: I missed a flight coming back from the Mexico retreat and ended up having 24 hours to kill, and I ended up taking Lara's yoga class at her studio, LA Bliss!) In this podcast episode, Lara opened up about: the life-changing i…
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An Intro To Yoga Philosophy with Alex: Aka when Rory takes over the Pod
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37:57In this episode of Sober Yoga Girl Podcast, Rory Kinsella takes over the pod! He interviews Alex on yoga philosophy, and she does a basic intro into the yama & niyama - which are the starting point for a lot of beginning yoga philosophy students. In the episode we talk about our upcoming programs: Our May 25 - 31 Bali Sober Yoga/Meditation Retreat:…
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Introduction to Vedic Meditation - Part 2 with Rory Kinsella
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47:41Lots of you have been asking questions about Vedic meditation, after hearing how profoundly impactful it's been for me, so I took the time to sit down with my friend Rory Kinsella to learn more about the practice. Vedic Meditation uses a mantra and you sit comfortably in a chair rather than in a classic meditation pose like lotus, so many people fi…
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Introduction to Vedic Meditation - Part 1 with Rory Kinsella
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43:55Lots of you have been asking questions about Vedic meditation, after hearing how profoundly impactful it's been for me, so I took the time to sit down with my friend Rory Kinsella to learn more about the practice. Vedic Meditation uses a mantra and you sit comfortably in a chair rather than in a classic meditation pose like lotus, so many people fi…
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In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Jessica Jeboult, creator of A Sober Girls Guide, and hear her inspiring sober story. Jessica was a full time, travelling DJ in a past life. She's now an inspirational speaker, podcaster, and author. Tune into this episode to hear how she did it, and what wisdom and advice she has for those who…
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Healing Through Grief and Trauma with Angela Ogle
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33:31This episode, recorded live in Sober Soul Sundays, was a deeply meaningful Sober call as we explored the profound intersection of trauma, grief, and healing with our guest, Angela Ogle. Angela and Alex met in Bali this past year. She is a yoga teacher and lost her son in 2015. She is running her first Grief and Trauma Yoga Teacher Training in Costa…
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BONUS EPISODE: "Checking Your Likes is the New Smoking" - Craving, Suffering, and Instagram Addiction
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11:42On today’s episode, I reflect on my second day of stepping away from social media and the parallels between Instagram addiction and my sobriety journey from alcohol. Inspired by Cal Newport's Digital Minimalism and Joseph Goldstein's Mindfulness, I dive into the true costs of social media, how it fuels craving, and ways to let go. Social media, muc…
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Logging Off to Tune In: My 30-Day Social Media Detox Journey
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16:15In this episode, I share the raw and honest story of why I’m stepping away from social media for 30 days. As someone who has built a business and community online, this decision wasn’t easy—but it feels necessary. I dive into my complicated relationship with Instagram, how it mirrors my struggles with addiction, and the ways it’s impacted my mental…
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Turning on the Light: Lessons from Central America
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14:33In this episode of the show I express some of my takeaways from the last month I spent in Panama and Costa Rica, including: - The wild ride of Karma (sutras 4.7 - 4.8) - Clarity in Contrast - The Light Was Always On - The 12 Steps and Finding Spiritual Friendship - Bhakti as the Next Chapter Tune in and let me know what you think! Support the…
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Shame and Self Compassion for People in Sobriety with Rolf Gates
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19:51I loved having my teacher Rolf on the show for a third time. In previous episodes, Rolf shared a bit of his sober journey. In this episode, I ask Rolf to share about shame in the sober journey. We talk about some practices for the sober journey to release shame. Support the show Read Alex's Writing at the Intersection of the Bhavagad Gita, Patanjal…
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Renee has been a part of the Mindful Life Practice community for a few years and sober for multiple years! In this session, we will be discussing change in sobriety. There are both challenges and rewards of transformation in sobriety. In this session, we’ll talk about embracing these changes, practices for releasing the old, and welcoming new h…
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In 2013, Kim Bellas’ 15-year-old started having seizures. Like many teenagers, he liked going to parties. He was unable to drink our to his seizures. Kim instinctively wanted him to know that drinking alcohol wasn’t necessary for him to enjoy himself. It dawned on her how hypocritical she was being, as she frequently found herself drinking wine. To…
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Conscious Finances for Sober Women with Carol Glynn
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36:09This conversation, which was recorded live in Sober Girls Club, is "Conscious Finances for Sober Women." Carol is a financial coach based in Dubai but originally from Ireland, that Alex worked with a few years ago when she lived in the UAE! This episode is an empowering conversation between Carol and Alex around some of the common worries and con…
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Connections in Sobriety with Susie Streelman
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33:18In this conversation with Alex & Susie Streelman, the creator of Zeroproof Experiences (also known as Sober in the City!) Alex and Susie will be speaking about the importance of building meaningful relationships on your sober journey. We'll speak about how to create and sustain a supportive sober network, and why it's important. Join one of our s…
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Lauren B's Sobriety Journey - to Bali and Back
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29:23I loved having my Yoga Teacher Training Graduate, Lauren Brassfield, on the show! Lauren is one year sober. Lauren and I connected while she was on a s Sober Curious Women's Retreat in Bali. Lauren fell in love with Bali, and came back to participate in the 200-Hour YTT in Bali this past July. Lauren is passionate about helping women heal from trau…
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In this episode, I spoke to my friend Peggi Cooney, the Chief Connections Officer of Zeroproof Experiences. Peggi is all about sober connection and in this episode we talk about the importance of connecting with people on their alcohol-free journey. Peggi also shares her story of how the Zeroproof Experiences movement grew over time. Alex & Peg…
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I loved having Dupe Witherick on my podcast! On this episode of the show, Dupe shares about her journey going alcohol-free, and how she supports women in finding their passions alcohol-free. She also supports women to thrive in sobriety, build resilience in sobriety, and build a life without alcohol. You can learn more about Dupe's offerings at t…
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Payal Desai's Sober Story: From Recovery, to Teaching, to TikToking
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43:03I absolutely LOVED having Payal on the show! For those who don't follow Payal Desai on Tiktok, follow her now! https://www.tiktok.com/@payalforstyle?lang=en. Payal is a mom, Tiktoker, instagrammer and is also four years sober. In this inspiring episode we discuss her journey to go alcohol-free, along with her journey to quit her teaching job, and…
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In this inspiring episode, Rosie Turner speaks about her personal journey with ADHD, alcohol, and recovery, and what has inspired her to lead ADHD-specific trainings. If you are a yoga teacher with ADHD or have ever wondered if you could have ADHD, this is an excellent episode to listen to to learn more about how it presents in women versus men, …
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Juliet Roger's Sober & Yoga Journey with The Mindful Life Practice
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36:30Juliet is one of the most recent graduates of the Mindful Life Practice's 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Bali! She is an educator based in Texas. In this episode, I get to sit down with Juliet and hear about her sober journey, and what led her to Bali to become a yoga teacher with our program. You can sign up for our next 200-Hour YTT in Bali …
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Sober Flow Retreats with Crystal Nicholson
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26:09Crystal Nicholson and I have been connected in the sober world for a long time! Crystal is the founder of Sober Flow Retreats and is on a mission to build a supportive and inclusive community for sober and sober-curious people. Having battled with alcohol and drug abuse for many years, she understands the importance of finding peace with our intern…
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It was SO COOL to have Susanna Barkataki on the podcast! I have followed Susanna for years and really admire her work. Susanna focuses on decolonizing yoga, and inclusivity in yoga. She authored the book "Embrace Yoga's Roots" which I recommend to all of my 200-Hour YTT students. In this episode, we discuss cultural appropriation versus cultural ap…
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When I Got More Clear, I Got More Brave: Simmone's One Year Sober!
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28:27I met Simmone when she came on a Bali sober women's retreat this past April! Simmone just hit one year sober and I knew I had to have her on the show to celebrate her accomplishments! In this episode, we speak about what prompted her sober journey, what led her to Bali, what her sober dating life has been like, and her dreams for her second year in…
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Manifesting Your Reality - Become a Yoga Teacher in Bali! With Jaimy Frances
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27:47I loved recording this episode with Jaimy Frances! Jaimy was a student on a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training I taught last year in Bali. She is going to be returning to Bali for her 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training with me this October - November! In this episode Jaimy speaks about her journey to become a Manifestation Coach & Yoga Teacher, an…
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Binge Eating & Ayurvedic Recovery with Kyle Jason Leitzke
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50:13I loved recording this episode with Kyle Jason Leitzke! Kyle is a men's group facilitator and ayurvedic coach, and we got connected through a mutual friend when he was planning a retreat to Bali. In this episode, we discuss his childhood trauma of the death of his brother, which led to binge eating patterns as a consequence. We discuss how Ayurveda…
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Sober Yoga Girl: The Book with Sarah Williamson
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32:53In this episode, I sat down with my friend Sarah Williamson live in London, England! Sarah asks me about my new book, Sober Yoga Girl. I share with her about the writing process, the editing process, and some of my fears and hopes around the book release (which is this week - September 5!) You can get on the waitlist for the book here: www.sobery…
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Arlina Allen is an absolute inspiration in the sober world. She is a Certified Life & Sober Coach and Hypnotist, and host of the award winning recovery podcast "The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast" since 2016. Arlina is the founder of Sober Life School where she works with women to achieve sobriety, and create a life they love. In this episode w…
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I loved recording this episode with Melissa McGovern, the Sober New Yorker. Melissa just hit one year sober this August, and we met on the Sobah Sistahs retreat this past April in Bali. In this emotional and inspiring episode Melissa shares about her journey towards sobriety and the people that inspired her along the way. Support the show Read Alex…
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Self Compassion, Equanimity and the Sober Journey with Jade Lee
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43:32I am thrilled to be sitting down with Jade Lee in this episode and learning more about her sober story. Jade participated in the Sober Girls Yoga 30 & 60 Day Challenge early in her sober journey and has been a member of our community for a long time! In this episode, she shares about her sober story, and her recent vipassana meditation experience…
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After a short few weeks away...we're back with regular episodes again! I loved recording this episode with Kristi Tanner, aka Mocktail Mommy, live as part of Sober Girls Club. Kristi is a powerhouse of a woman and such an inspiration. Living in Wisconsin, Kristi found herself a single mom of four children under the age of five during the pandemic. …
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Having the Courage to Start Again with Emily Killeen
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41:03I loved recording this episode with Emily Killeen. Emily is a sober community leader who I have collaborated with in the past, and I previously had her on the show a few years ago, when she shared her inspiring sober story. The theme of our discussion on this episode, which was recorded live in Sober Girls Club, was what it really means to be "Happ…
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I LOVED sitting down with Cindy Payne and recording this episode of Sober Yoga Girl Podcast together. Cindy is an absolute inspiration. When she was a few months sober, she googled alcohol free women's retreats in Bali...and that's how she ended up on the Sober Girls Yoga 2023 Bali Retreat! :) Since then Cindy has gone on to complete our Online 200…
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Establishing a System for your Sobriety with Jay Chase
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33:43I loved recording this episode with Jay Chase. I had Jay on the show in 2022. In this episode, we connect and catch up. Jay is one of the most positive and uplifting people I've connected with on this story and I find his sober story inspirational (scroll back to the first episode we did together to hear it!) In this episode we talk about how his l…
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Sasha Quince's Journey to Healing her Marriage and Herself
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42:51I loved sitting down with Sasha Quince in this episode of Sober Yoga Girl Podcast! Sasha and I go way back to our Abu Dhabi days, when we were both yoga teachers in Abu Dhabi. Sasha Quince saved her own marriage in 2017 by healing past trauma, overcoming love fears, breaking family patterns and building emotional safety within. Her own journey empo…
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Imposter Syndrome, Commitment and Trust As a New Yoga Teacher with Carolyn Millward
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39:29I loved recording this episode with one of my YTT Graduates, Carolyn! Carolyn is originally from South Africa, but has been living in the Middle East for several years. She completed her YTT online with me in 2022, and since has gone on to teach yoga in her workplace and also lead her first yoga retreat to South Africa! In this episode we speak abo…
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In this episode I sit down with Gina Lawrence, who is an all around magical sober woman! She holds a PhD and is a witch and teacher who uses tarot, yoga, reiki, and astrology to guide others on their healing journey. She has been sober since January 1, 2022. In this episode, Gina tells her sober story, and how it leads her to leave her marriage and…
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Travel, Community and Feeling Your Feelings: Michelle's Five Years Sober!
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39:51I loved recording this episode with Michelle! Michelle has been a long time member of The Mindful Life Practice. She joined us on the Sober Girls Yoga Bali Retreat and the Sober Girls Yoga India retreat in 2023 and 2024. In this episode, Michelle shares about her sober journey, and how it brought travel and community to her life. She also speaks ab…
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On this episode of Sober Yoga Girl Podcast I had my YTT student, Ali, as a guest on the podcast! Ali just finished his 200 Hour YTT with The Mindful Life Practice this April 2024. In this episode he shares his journey with sobriety, as well as his experience in the Yoga Teacher Training. We have one room left available on the training course this J…
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How I Used Yoga Philosophy & HALT To Stop an Anxious Thought Spiral
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13:23In today's episode I share a short story on something I experienced this past week - an anxious thought spiral around something very silly in hindsight! I speak about how I use my knowledge of yoga philosophy and the five vrittis (thought spirals), and the strategies of HALT, plus communication skills with my friend, to work through my thoughts! In…
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Sobah Sistahs: Megan Wilcox's Sober Story and How it Led her to Bali!
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30:27On this episode I had my friend Megan Wilcox on the show! Megan from Sobah Sistahs is absolutely incredible. She came to be a guest in the Sober Girls Club this week, and shared her story about going alcohol free, and creating the Sobah Sistahs community. Megan has hosted two retreats in Bali as well as in other locations around the world and I hav…
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We Are All Walking Shoulder to Shoulder with Tommy Rosen
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55:27Sober Girls Club was so happy to welcome Tommy Rosen into our circle, the founder of Recovery 2.0. Alex was fortunate to attend a Recovery 2.0 Retreat in India in March of 2024 and had such a profound experience she wanted the community to have a chance to connect with Tommy! Recovery 2.0 is offering a free Life Beyond Addiction conference. You can…
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In this episode, I sat down with Rachel Brady, who has graduated from virtually every online yoga teacher training I offer! Rachel Brady is a mum of three based in the UK. In this episode Rachel shares her sober story, her ups and downs with it, how yoga enhanced her sober journey, and her new journey creating her new business post-ytt. You can che…
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In this amazing episode of the podcast I had my Yoga Philosophy Teacher, Anvita, on the podcast! Anvita was raised in Mumbai and grew up in a yoga institution led by her grandfather and father. She has a big YouTube following where I first encountered her work! In this episode we speak about some of the biggest misunderstandings I had about yoga, s…
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Healing Crohn's Disease Through Yoga with Niamh Dickson
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35:59In this special episode I sit down with one of my Yoga Teacher Training Graduates, Niamh, and she shares her journey with yoga healing her Crohn's Disease. Niamh is a yoga teacher, art therapist and counsellor who is originally from Canada but now lives in Thailand. In this amazing episode Niamh shares how the Yoga Teacher Training programs transfo…
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In today's episode I am thrilled to be sitting down with Teri Patterson, the Sober Nutritionist. I was a guest on Teri's podcast, The Sober Edge, a few years ago! In this episode we chat about Teri's alcohol free journey, and how she began focusing her work in nutrition and sobriety. Teri has many group programs for women and everything that she do…
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