Yoga, Addiction and Mental Health

from Sober Yoga Girl · host Alex McRobert

Send us Fan MailWhy does Alex pair yoga with sobriety? This is one of the most common questions Alex recieves about Sober Curious Yoga School. In this episode, Alex discusses some of the research on why yoga is beneficial for our mental health in general - and when on a sobriety journey. She discusses the sometimes harmful culture around mental health in the yoga world and how we as yoga teachers can support and respond to our clients who struggle with mental health. Alex is launching a Sober Curious Yoga School on July 4 - if you are looking into a sober journey, yoga can be a huge support as outlined in this episode! Check out www.themindfullifepractice.com and stay tuned to Alex's social media for more information on Sober Curious Yoga School coming soon. Are you a fan of Sober Yoga Girl Podcast? The podcast remains completely free, and free from advertisements, however, it has monthly production costs. If you are able to, please subscribe to become a monthly podcast member to support our show. As a member you get invited to a once a month mocktails night and hangout with Alex on Zoom (rotating times to accommodate our many timezones!) Please subscribe here to support us! www.themindfullifepractice.com/podcast. Support the showJoin the free 60 Day Sober Girls Yoga Challenge here!

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