In this episode of The Mindful Movement podcast, host Tyler Forsberg and guest Alex Tavella dive into personal stories of addiction, recovery, and self-discovery. They discuss the impact of societal and cultural influences on addiction, the parallels between chess and life, and the importance of overcoming fear to move forward. With a focus on the value of community, self-awareness, and resilience, Alex shares how a pivotal moment in his life led him to Florida and sobriety. Join them as they explore the hard truths of recovery, life's challenges, and the road to self-improvement.

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This podcast episode dives deep into the journey of recovery, featuring a powerful conversation between Tyler, Johnny, and their guest, "Baltimore John." John shares his personal experiences with addiction, recovery, and the lessons he's learned along the way. The episode explores themes of resilience, the importance of community in recovery, and how planting small "seeds" of wisdom can lead to profound transformations over time. John discusses his struggles with substance use, the pivotal moments in his recovery, and how mentorship, accountability, and a shift in mindset have played vital roles in his ongoing sobriety. The conversation touches on vulnerability, relationships, and the continual process of self-growth in recovery, underscoring the importance of staying grounded in the basics.

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The podcast features a discussion on recovery, focusing on alternative methods beyond traditional 12-step programs. Laura Kazimer, a guest and a breathwork specialist, shares her personal journey through addiction and recovery, emphasizing the transformative power of breathwork. She describes how breathwork allowed her to process trauma and find healing outside the conventional routes of recovery. Laura also highlights the importance of community, self-love, and finding joy in sobriety, stressing that recovery is not one-size-fits-all. The hosts, Tyler Forsberg and John Schrey, who work in addiction treatment, support her views on the need for individualized approaches in the recovery process. Together, they explore how trauma often underlies addiction and how different tools, like breathwork, can help people heal.

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