#40: A Holistic Approach to Addiction Recovery with Amy Wheeler, PhD., Yoga Therapist and Founder of The Optimal State

In this episode:The root cause of addictionWhy high-functioning, high-achieving people still struggle to get addictive behaviors under controlThe health impact of overworking and burnoutThe relationship between addiction, isolation and our planetary crisisHow nervous system dysregulation leads to addictive behaviorSmall, consistent habits that make a big impactHow to build community as a sober personMoving from surviving to thrivingAmy Wheeler, Ph.D is the Founder of The Optimal State, a Yoga Therapy School that bridges Eastern Philosophy with Western Science with a strong emphasis on embodied mental healthcare. She served as the President of the Board of Directors to the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) and helped to develop and define standards for Ayurvedic Yoga Therapists in the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA). Prior to founding the Optimal State, Amy was a Professor of Kinesiology at California State University for 25 years. Her degrees include a B.A. and M.A. in Health Promotion and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology. ___The Optimal State Website: https://amywheeler.com/Download Amy's free 108-page eBook: www.GoldZoneBook.com The Optimal State App: www.OptimalStateApp.comInstagram: @TheOptimalState___For free resources, group and 1:1 coaching to support your sober journey, visit sunandmoonsoberliving.com and follow @sunandmoon.soberliving on Instagram.Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.