Bob Gardner
Bob Gardner
Are Yoga, Breathwork, and Essential Oils Bad?
Are Yoga, Breathwork, and Essential Oils Bad?
Are Yoga, Breathwork, and Essential Oils Bad?
Monday 26th January 2026
Explore the role of yoga, breathwork, and essential oils in addiction recovery with Bob Gardner's unique perspective.
10 minutes
Informative
Engaging
Thought-provoking
Honest
Encouraging
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Episode Overview
- Western medicine is the true 'alternative', having overshadowed traditional practices.
- Yoga and breathwork can enhance well-being but shouldn't become idols.
- Aligning life with a higher purpose is crucial for true happiness.
- Reliance on external therapies alone can lead to disappointment.
- Consider if your practices align with your core beliefs and values.
"If these things help you align with the highest thing in existence, then that's wonderful."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of 'Alive and Free' tackles the controversial question of whether practices like yoga, breathwork, and essential oils are beneficial or potentially harmful, especially from a Christian perspective. Bob Gardner takes listeners on a thought-provoking journey through the history of medicine, highlighting how Western medicine has evolved and sometimes overshadowed traditional practices.
He challenges the notion of alternative therapies being labelled as such and argues that the true 'alternative' is actually Western medicine itself. Gardner emphasises that while practices like yoga and breathwork can enhance well-being, they should not become idols or the sole source of happiness. He encourages aligning one's life with a higher purpose, suggesting that reliance on external therapies alone can lead to disappointment.
The episode is a mix of personal reflections and broader insights into how individuals can find freedom from suffering by aligning with their true source of existence. Listeners are invited to consider what truly brings them joy and stability, urging them to reflect on whether their current practices align with their core beliefs and values. Gardner's engaging storytelling style combines light humour with deep reflection, making this episode both informative and entertaining.
Are you ready to question the foundations of your well-being?