Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Sybil Stanonis Recovery Through Dance
Sybil Stanonis Recovery Through Dance
Sybil Stanonis Recovery Through Dance
Thursday 8th May 2025
Discover Sybil Stanonis' journey from addiction to recovery through dance in this heartfelt episode of The Addiction Podcast.
36 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Dancing Through Recovery: Sybil Stanonis' Inspiring Journey
Episode Overview
- Sybil Stanonis shares her journey from childhood dance prodigy to overcoming opioid addiction.
- Dance played a pivotal role in Sybil's recovery, providing both solace and strength.
- The episode highlights the impact of admitting one's need for help as a crucial step towards healing.
- Sybil uses movement therapy to help others express themselves and heal.
- Listeners gain insight into how passion can be rediscovered and used as a tool for recovery.
We are all born with three things, a mind, a body, and a life. What we do with those first two determines the third.
Imagine finding your way back to joy through dance. That's exactly what Sybil Stanonis did, and she shares her remarkable journey on this episode of The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return. From a young age, Sybil was a dance prodigy, excelling in tap, ballet, and jazz. Her talent took her across the globe and even to the NFL as a cheerleader. But life threw her a curveball with an eating disorder that spiralled into opioid addiction.
In a candid chat, Sybil opens up about the tough times she faced, including the struggles with addiction and a toxic marriage. She reflects on how looking in the mirror one day, seeing a version of herself she didn’t recognise, became the turning point. Realising that she needed to change for her children and herself, she found solace and strength in returning to dance, her first love.
Sybil’s story is a testament to the power of admitting you need help and the transformative role of dance in her recovery. She now channels her passion into helping others through movement therapy, offering a safe space for children and adults alike to express themselves. Her message is simple yet profound: 'The world is your stage. How would you perform?'
For anyone battling addiction or supporting someone who is, Sybil's story is both relatable and inspiring.
It’s a reminder that recovery can come from unexpected places and that it’s never too late to reclaim your life. So, if you're looking for a dose of hope wrapped in rhythm, this episode is definitely worth a listen.