029 - In Studio with Author Noah Levine029 - In Studio with Author Noah Levine
Radio Rehab with Dayna Keyes
In this Episode, Dayna has a conversation with Noah Levine... American Buddhist teacher, author of Dharma Punx: A Memoir and Against the Stream. He is also the founder of Refuge Recovery. To contact Radio Rehab: Email - RadioRehab@Go-ToProductions.com Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - @RadioRehabDayna Text & Voicemail - 415-496-9511 Radio Rehab is brought to you by Go-To Productions, for more information visit www.Go-ToProductions.com!
1:12:37•9 Aug 2016
Buddhism and Recovery: Noah Levine's Path to Healing on Radio Rehab
“So forgiveness is for us to free ourselves from the pain of hatred, but it can come with a really good boundary that says: I'm going to let you back into my heart, I'm going to have compassion for your deep ignorance and confusion and suffering.”
Ever wondered how ancient Buddhist practices can play a role in modern addiction recovery? In this episode of 'Radio Rehab with Dayna Keyes', host Dayna Keyes sits down with Noah Levine, a renowned Buddhist teacher and author of 'Dharma Punx: A Memoir' and 'Against the Stream'. Levine, who also founded Refuge Recovery, shares his journey and insights on using mindfulness and meditation to combat addiction.
The conversation dives deep into the three foundations of mindfulness and their crucial role in healing. Levine explains how turning towards pain and developing wisdom and compassion are essential steps in the recovery process. He also highlights the gaps in traditional recovery models and how Buddhist principles can fill those voids. One of the most powerful moments in the episode is when Levine discusses the importance of forgiveness in recovery.
He describes forgiveness as a way to free oneself from the chains of hatred while maintaining healthy boundaries. The discussion also touches on attachment disorders, trauma around intimacy, and how these issues intersect with addiction. Throughout the episode, Dayna and Noah's engaging dialogue offers listeners a fresh perspective on integrating mindfulness and meditation into their daily lives. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice for fostering compassion and resilience.
Tune in to discover how Buddhism can be a guiding light on the path to sobriety.
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