Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast

In this episode, we discuss: Eradicating shame & stigma A strengths-based approach to recovery Reimagining the 12-Steps Workaholism Embracing individualized pathways & patchworks Addiction in the family The "accidental" SHE RECOVERS movement The power of community Dawn Nickel, PhD – or “Mama Dawn” as she is affectionately known in the women’s recovery space, is passionate about r...

In this episode: How James quit drinking How to develop the confidence to socialize sober The clever marketing of "Attractively Packaged Poison" The role of cultural conditioning The financial impact of alcohol How living alcohol-free will upgrade all areas of your life Practical tips for quitting drinking James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker and forme...

In this episode: Tracee’s journey towards Radiant Rest How to reclaim our inner nature Cultural conditioning The four states of consciousness  Brain wave states Yoga Nidra & creativity Being mindful with social media  The Kleshas The importance of community Rituals  Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling book Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and the fo...

In this episode, we discuss: How philosophy supports sobriety The importance of friendship Higher and friendlier powers The influence of William James on AA Religion versus spirituality  Spiritual impulses Accessing joy in difficult moments The problem with a rock-bottom approach Building recovery capital  Peg O’Connor, Ph. D ., is a Professor of Philosophy at Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Pete...

In this episode: Kelley’s story Defining the "Gray Area" Learning to socialize sober Sexual trauma Eating disorder recovery Stigma in the workplace Marriage and family life in recovery Kelley Kitley is known in the media as “America’s Social Worker.” She’s been in the field for over 20 years and owns Serendipitous Psychotherapy, in Chicago.  Kelley is an Award Winning, Amazon Best Sellin...

In this episode: What is an Eating Disorder? How to identify an ED Underlying causes How the media and diet culture shapes body perception Orthorexia and when “clean” eating becomes detrimental  The relationship between addiction and eating disorders Addressing stigma The recovery process Erin Terada, PsyD, CEDS-S is the director of clinical training at Relief Mental Health in Oak Brook, Ill . She...

In this episode, we discuss; What is dissociation? Ways we all dissociate  The relationship between trauma, addiction and dissociation Practices for grounding and safety Exploring various pathways to healing Removing the stigma The gifts of dissociation  Resources Dr. Jamie Marich (she/they) describes herself as a facilitator of transformative experiences. A clinical trauma specialist, expressive...

In this episode: Heather's story Having a child struggle with addiction Approaching your loved one with compassion rather than control How to establish healthy boundaries and practice self-care The importance of language Shame and stigma Resources for loved ones Heather Ross is a mother who was willing to do whatever it took to have a healthy relationship with her daughter who struggled with...

In this episode: Jenn's sober story Gray area drinking How to shift your mindset about alcohol How to break free form the “Detox to Retox” cycle Approaching sobriety holistically Progress over perfection The difference between rest and relief How to navigate marriage and your social life in early sobriety Jenn Kautsch is the founder and creator of the SoberSis community and leader in the &quo...

In this episode, we discuss: Fawna’s Story Drinking to cope with grief The root of addiction Addiction as a family disease Detox  How to help a friend who’s struggling The gift of desperation The power of female friendships How to find your sober community Applying opposite action About Fawna: The only child of revolutionary activists and educators; a doting Ethiopian father and a strong-willed Af...

In this episode: Meg's story The "Intoxicating Lies" we’re told about alcohol Over-functioning, perfectionism & hustle culture Sexual trauma and alcohol use Mommy-wine culture Using alcohol to cope The detox to retox loop Bouncing back from a slip-up Tools for lasting sobriety Meg is an ordinary mom who found herself trapped in  mommy wine culture. She began her sober curious jo...

In this episode: Defining addiction The root of addictive behavior Marijuana addiction Latest research on cannabis  Vaping addiction How to speak to a loved one in active addiction How to know if you’re addicted Core pillars of a successful recovery program Aaron Weiner, PhD, ABPP is a board-certified Psychologist and addiction specialist, and speaks nationally on the topics of addiction, behavior...

In this episode: The root cause of addiction Why high-functioning, high-achieving people still struggle to get addictive behaviors under control The health impact of overworking and burnout The relationship between addiction, isolation and our planetary crisis How nervous system dysregulation leads to addictive behavior Small, consistent habits that make a big impact How to build community as a so...

In this episode:  Taryn’s Recovery Story Childhood Trauma & Addiction Yoga & Somatic Therapies as Tools for Recovery Healing the Trauma of Money Money Psychology Starting the SHE Recovers Movement Reflections on Becoming a Mother Taryn Strong is one of the Founders of SHE RECOVERS® Foundation, a non-profit charity and grassroots movement that serves more 325,000 women and non-binary indivi...

In this episode: Jake’s recovery story  Marijuana addiction Natural highs vs. substance highs How to reach natural highs Finding your Flow State The Paradox of Control Special surprise!  Jake Yoder is a Motivational Speaker, Life Coach and the Founder of Natural Highs Recovery. He specializes in helping others transform self limiting patterns into healthy habits that naturally result in thriving....

In this conversation, we discuss: Cole's experience with addiction How substances became a means to cope with social anxiety, teenage pregnancy & shame Relapse on the road to recovery Emotional literacy Our human need for belonging How the tools of Yoga, Buddhism, Neuroscience and Psychology support sustainable recovery Cole teaches yoga in many capacities from online to festivals to inte...

In this episode, we discuss: Gray-area drinking Stress, anxiety & trouble sleeping due to alcohol How to get sober Navigating social situations alcohol-free Sober support groups Getting to the root of why we drink Mommy wine culture Resources for sobriety  Casey McGuire Davidson is a Life & Sobriety Coach and the host of the Top 100 Mental Health Podcast The Hello Someday Podcast for sober...

In this episode: Sacha's story Being a Highly-Sensitive Person Dance meditation and somatic therapies What is EFT Tapping? Neuroplasticity and how we can rewire the brain Shifting your money mindset Sacha's signature programs Short EFT Tapping Practice  Sacha Bryce RYT BSc is the founder of Core Soul Work Inc. and the creator of the Core Clarity Certification™ Training program. She guide...

In this episode, we discuss: Mary Beth’s recovery from abuse, trauma, self-harm, PTSD, and anxiety The relationship between trauma and addiction Choosing a secular path to recovery Why there is no “one-size-fits-all” path to recovery Her triumphant story from "junkie to judge" The false hierarchy of addiction Ending the stigma Mary Beth has been clean and sober since 1994. She also is in...

In this episode, we discuss: How to get over indulgence Why celebration is key to behavior change Sugar addiction The Inner Critic Why willpower doesn’t work Drawing “bright lines” How to support a loved one After spending 20 years of his life over-indulging, Duncan Bhaskaran Brown finally committed to freeing himself from this vicious cycle and helping others to do the same. He  trained with the...

In this episode, we discuss: Acknowledging our programming around alcohol How meditation naturally led Evi to give up drinking Dating and relationships as a sober person Why you don’t need to fit into a single box Embracing being a multi-dimensional career woman, business owner, wife, mother and spiritual seeker Evi’s go-to self-care practices Born in New York City to Dominican and Greek parents,...

In this episode, we discuss: How your biography becomes your biology The relationship between trauma and addiction Restoring balance to the nervous system Navigating trauma in relationships Spirituality and mindfulness The holistic recovery path Supporting a loved one in addiction Mike Govoni has a thriving private practice as a Trauma Informed Recovery Coach where he believes helping people creat...

In this episode, we discuss: Jen’s recovery story Addressing addiction and mental health in the workplace The stigma of addiction Normalizing not drinking How to make social settings more inclusive Zeroproof Collective Jen Gilhoi (she/her/hers) shed the shame around alcoholism on July 28, 2014, when she first sought help to end her addiction.  Now, with eight years of sobriety, and many awkward an...

In this episode, we discuss: Heather's Sober Story Mommy Wine Culture Perfectionism The Inner Critic High-Functioning / Gray-Area Drinking The gifts of sobriety Making friends without alcohol Heather Lowe is the Founder of Ditched the Drink, a wellness company dedicated to helping professionals move away from alcohol and towards their highest selves. Heather is a Certified Professional Life a...

Chris Marshall is a mental health advocate, writer, and founder of Sans Bar, an alcohol free space and community based in Austin, Texas. He has been alcohol free since February 16, 2007. Marshall started working as Substance Use counselor in 2009, and witnessed his clients struggle to remain abstinent from alcohol after they exited treatment. He created Sans Bar in 2017 with the belief that everyo...