Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
Smoking Weed by 7 Yrs Old, Mushrooms in Mexico at 9, Strung Out by 20s, Cross Country Moves to Escape Opiates & Overdose Grief Led Elan Hardy to Right Where She Wants to Be, Healing Others
Smoking Weed by 7 Yrs Old, Mushrooms in Mexico at 9, Strung Out by 20s, Cross Country Moves to Escape Opiates & Overdose Grief Led Elan Hardy to Right Where She Wants to Be, Healing Others
Smoking Weed by 7 Yrs Old, Mushrooms in Mexico at 9, Strung Out by 20s, Cross Country Moves to Escape Opiates & Overdose Grief Led Elan Hardy to Right Where She Wants to Be, Healing Others
Thursday 19th December 2024
Discover Elan Hardy's inspiring journey from addiction to healing through somatic therapy. Learn about her transformative recovery process.
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Episode Overview
- Elan Hardy's early exposure to drugs during childhood.
- The role of somatic therapy in addiction recovery.
- Importance of addressing emotional triggers for sobriety.
- Elan's journey from opiate addiction to healing.
- Resources for somatic therapy and sobriety support.
"To always keep looking, always keep growing, always keep arriving at the better version of yourself that's on the other side of imperfections." - Elan Hardy
In this enlightening episode of Chasing Heroine, host Jeannine interviews Elan Hardy, a somatic sobriety coach with a remarkable story of transformation. Elan's journey began in the unconventional environment of traveling with the Grateful Dead, where she was exposed to substance use at an incredibly young age. By the time she was seven, she had smoked weed, and by nine, she had tried mushrooms. These experiences set the stage for a tumultuous life marked by opiate addiction in her adulthood.
Elan's story is one of resilience and hope. After years of struggling with addiction and facing numerous challenges, including multiple hospitalizations, Elan discovered the power of somatic therapy. This form of body-centered therapy focuses on the connection between mind and body, using both psychotherapy and physical techniques to promote holistic healing. Somatic therapy empowers individuals to release emotional baggage stored in their bodies, which often contributes to continued substance use.
The episode delves into how Elan utilized somatic techniques to uncover emotional triggers underlying her substance abuse. Through cultivating body awareness, she was able to process these emotions in healthier ways, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling, sober life. Elan's story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about finding joy and connection through continuous personal growth and self-discovery.
Listeners are offered insights into the transformative power of somatic therapy and how it can be applied to various stages of sobriety. Elan shares her experiences and offers resources for those interested in exploring somatic therapy further, including free tools for Nod Pod listeners. Jeannine and Elan discuss the importance of acknowledging the severity of addiction while celebrating the potential for a magical and beautiful life post-recovery.
Elan's journey serves as an inspiring testament to the belief that everything is divinely ordered to bring us to where we need to be. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in recovery, seeking recovery, or supporting someone on their sobriety journey, offering hope, understanding, and practical advice for healing and growth.