Hold Nothing: Elena Brower on Recovery from Cannabis, Shame & GriefHold Nothing: Elena Brower on Recovery from Cannabis, Shame & Grief
SHE RECOVERS Podcast
Elena Brower shares her journey of recovery from cannabis dependency, highlighting the role of art and meditation in healing. She discusses overcoming shame and grief while embracing vulnerability.
1:00:55•10 Feb 2026
Elena Brower: Embracing Vulnerability in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Embrace vulnerability as a key step in recovery.
- Replace destructive habits with creative practices.
- Understand addiction as a longing for connection.
- Use art and meditation as tools for healing.
- Let go of perfectionism by holding nothing.
“To grow up and realise that all you're craving really is a moment of connection... that's such a cool choice to be making.”
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Join Taryn Strong as she sits down with the remarkable Elena Brower, a celebrated teacher and author, who opens up about her journey through recovery from cannabis dependency, tobacco addiction, and the often-overlooked emotions of grief and shame. Elena shares the transformative power of embracing vulnerability and self-awareness, revealing how art and meditation became pivotal tools in her healing process.
She candidly discusses the self-abandonment loop that kept her trapped and the liberating moment of truth that set her free. The conversation touches on the universal longing for connection that fuels addiction and how replacing destructive habits with creative ones can lead to profound personal growth. Elena's insights into holding nothing—letting go of perfectionism and embracing life's impermanence—offer a refreshing perspective on recovery.
Through intimate storytelling, this episode provides listeners with a compassionate understanding of how to navigate the complexities of addiction and find peace within themselves. So, are you ready to explore what it truly means to hold nothing and embrace everything? Dive into this heartfelt discussion and discover the power of intentional living in recovery.

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