Tommy Rosen
Tommy Rosen
42. Can Yoga Offer New Perspectives on Overcoming Addiction?
42. Can Yoga Offer New Perspectives on Overcoming Addiction?
42. Can Yoga Offer New Perspectives on Overcoming Addiction?
Tuesday 28th November 2023
Discover how yoga offers new perspectives on overcoming addiction with Tommy Rosen and Anand Mehrotra in 'In The Circle'.
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Episode Overview
- Anand Mehrotra shares profound insights into accessing authentic power and building a bridge to a power greater than oneself through the practice of yoga and the tradition of Sattva yoga.
- The conversation delves into the broader perspective of addiction as part of the human condition, highlighting the underlying search for connection and bliss.
- Anand emphasises the importance of cultivating power in the localized structure while aligning it with cosmic intelligence.
- He underscores the need for a consistent culture that intensifies and aligns power at multiple levels, leading to a natural power that is not in competition with others.
- The episode concludes with an invitation to explore yoga as a critical ingredient in the treatment of addiction and an encouragement to join the global community at Recovery 2.0.
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Can yoga be a game-changer in the battle against addiction? In this episode of 'In The Circle', Tommy Rosen sits down with Anand Mehrotra, a renowned visionary and master teacher of Sattva Yoga, to explore this fascinating question. Anand, known for his innovative approach to yoga and social change, shares his thoughts on how the Yoga-Vedantic approach can offer fresh perspectives on overcoming addiction.
Tommy and Anand dive into the idea that addiction is part of the broader human quest for connection and bliss. They discuss how yoga can help individuals access a deeper, more authentic power by aligning personal energy with cosmic intelligence. This alignment, Anand explains, is crucial in overcoming self-destructive tendencies and finding true fulfillment. The conversation also touches on the importance of sharing personal experiences and the need for continual adaptation in recovery practices.
Anand emphasizes that yoga is not just about physical postures but also about cultivating a consistent culture that supports personal growth and transformation. Listeners will find this episode enlightening as it highlights the potential of yoga to transform the recovery journey. Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this path for years, Tommy and Anand's discussion offers valuable insights into how yoga can be a powerful tool in achieving lasting recovery and personal growth.