Those of us who do so much in the recovery space also need to pay attention to our self-care, burnout, and overwhelm. We must protect our recovery and take care with priority. During our break, we will be building our own Recovery Capital, ensuring we are refreshed, able to give of ourselves and skills to the best of our abilities, and bringing fresh new ideas and stories back with us to kick off our Season 4!
Chick Chats: As we head into our yearly fall break, we bring to you our new Chick Chats.” A format where it is just us three with updates on our lives, what we are doing in the recovery space, and how we are continuing in our own recovery adventure.
In this episode, author Alex McRobs shared her excitement about the upcoming release of her book, "Sober Yoga Girl," a project she has dedicated the last five years to. The book chronicles her personal journey through mental health, addiction, and recovery, taking readers on an experience that spans from Canada to Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, and Bali. "Sober Yoga Girl" not only tells Alex's story but also emphasizes the transformative role yoga can play in the recovery process. The book is uniquely structured around the seven chakras, weaving in yoga philosophy concepts throughout the narrative. Alex described the work as her "baby" and a true labor of love.During her appearance on the show, Alex expressed her eagerness to discuss several topics related to her writing journey, including how the writing process aided her recovery—particularly in relation to the 4th step of making an inventory. She also hopes to explore the delicate balance between speaking her truth and ensuring no harm comes to those mentioned in her story, linking this to the 9th step of making amends.Additionally, Alex plans to share insights on how the book evolved alongside her personal growth, the intriguing connection with her ex-husband, who is also five years sober and writing a book about their shared experiences, and the chakra framework that underpins the book's structure. The conversation promises to be enlightening, offering listeners a deeper understanding of Alex's journey and the inspiration behind "Sober Yoga Girl." Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl
The concept of where Sober Yoga Girl came from. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl
The concept of where Sober Yoga Girl came from. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl alexmcrobs
Meredith talks about how we all have our own special niches and how we all are able to work it into the recovery space. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl
Meredith talks about how we all have our own special niches and how we all are able to work it into the recovery space. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl alexmcrobs
Alex talks about the different types of yoga that she teaches and studies. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl
Alex talks about the different types of yoga that she teaches and studies. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl alexmcrobs
Heather speaks of inaccuracies that we may be carrying with us about our mental health that is us either mis-diagnosing oneself, or thinking there is less trauma there than we think. Alex McRobs - Sober Yoga Girl alexmcrobs
Heather speaks of inaccuracies that we may be carrying with us about our mental health that is us either mis-diagnosing oneself, or thinking there is less trauma there than we think. @Alexmcr
