November 18th, 2019 Guest Posts 5 comments
This guest post comes from sober hero and yoga teacher Sue (@suek).
============
Everyone knows they should be doing some physical self care right? And many of us have found yoga is an amazing tool for recovery. But I know doing yoga can seem like a huge leap; getting to a class can be a massive challenge, and even if you do make it to a class, it can be intimidating or overwhelming, especially if you’re a beginner but also even if you’ve been practicing for years.
I’ve made two 20-minute classes just for you Living Sober members. One for those times when you need to calm yourself down (like when you’re having a raving craving), and one for when you need to amp up your energy (when the pink cloud goes dark and you need a perk up, or to get going first thing in the morning). They are both chair practices, and should be good for any level of experience, even complete beginners.
There’s also a 50 minute practice for if you’ve got more time.
I purposely do the videos “raw” as in no make-up, no lights, no editing, no special effects. Just me and my laptop in the spare room. My yoga is for daily life.
Give them a try, and let me know if you find them helpful.
x @SueK
Ps. As I will not be in the room to watch over you while you practice, please take it easy and don’t over-strain yourself. These practices are very simple, and you will have the support of the chair, but you are responsible for looking after yourself and not overdoing it!
Mentor and music manager Ninakaye (Ngāti Maniapoto) talks about her drinking days, the powerful conversation that led her to quit, the impact alcohol has had on Māori in Aotearoa, and the importance of connecting with your culture.
June 20, 2025 – 4 comments
I am about to celebrate 11 years of sobriety (yay me!) and just yesterday I wrote in the Members Feed: “There is not 1% of me that wants to put alcohol in my body.
August 25, 2022 – 6 comments
Suzy Morrison is a addiction specialist, peer advocate, educator, mother, grandmother, and she is sober.
March 14, 2022 – 15 comments