About this episode

In this episode, Bobbi Paidel chats with Alexandra McRobert about her journey from sobriety to spirituality and the importance of community in recovery.

"The goal is to advance to consciousness." In this episode, I chat with Alexandra McRobert - yoga teacher, writer, podcast host, and lifelong student of spiritual wisdom. She created Sober Yoga Girl as a sanctuary for seekers on the path of healing - those navigating recovery from addiction, trauma, and mental health challenges, or just the overwhelm of being human in this modern world. And she’s also a fellow Canadian (living abroad like me!). Alex shares her personal journey from Canada to teaching yoga abroad, her struggles with alcohol, and how sobriety transformed her life and practice. The conversation delves into the importance of community in recovery, the shift from ego to authenticity in teaching, and the role of meditation in yoga. Alexandra shares insights on navigating the yoga teacher training landscape, the significance of personal practice, and how her offerings in retreats have evolved. Here are some takeaways; ➖ Building a community is essential for recovery and growth. ➖Authenticity in teaching comes from personal experience and humility. ➖ Meditation is a crucial practice for yoga teachers. ➖ Teacher training should focus on personal development and…

People in this episode

Host: Bobbi Paidel

Guest: Alexandra McRobert

Topics covered

• sobriety
• spirituality
• yoga
• community
• personal growth
• meditation

Keywords

• sobriety
• spirituality
• yoga teacher
• community
• meditation
• personal development
• teacher training

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sober Yoga Girl

Places: Canada, Bali

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