Integrating Yoga Postures with

Recovery Philosophy

“The basic principles … were ancient and universal ones,

the common property of mankind.”

Bill W. in Alcoholics Anonymous Comes of Age, p. 39

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Body

Mind Spirit

The Yoga Approach

Union, Integration, BalanceSomatic + Cognitive + Spiritual

Intentional coping and healing skillsThrough a moving meditation

Body, Mind, SpiritYoga and The Serenity Prayer

– Balance - serenity– Strength - courage– Flexibility - wisdom

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Now it’s your turn

Yoga and the 12 StepsPostures related to letting go, developing flexible strength, finding a balance, and self acceptance are critical to pairing with many of the 12 steps. Please let yourself experience these aspects of recovery in your body.

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Peace within selfPeace amongst one

anotherPeace within the

world

Self

Others Universe

Namaste