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Cathryn Jacob on Recovery, Dharma, and the Power of Belonging

Cathryn Jacob on Recovery, Dharma, and the Power of Belonging

Update: 2025-07-28
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In this episode, we speak with Dr. Cathryn Jacob—retired doctor, meditation teacher, and co-founder of Raft to Recovery. Cathryn shares her personal recovery journey and how Buddhist practice, psychology, and neuroscience come together in her work supporting others on the path of healing. A board member of the Buddhist Recovery Network, Cathryn brings both professional insight and lived experience to her teaching. We explore the importance of wise connection, compassionate community, and the role of mindfulness in transforming addictive patterns.

Cathryn will also be leading the upcoming BRN Academy event on August 3, 2025, titled "Building a RAFT: From Addicted Doctor to Freedom"This session offers an experiential exploration of how authentic relationships can support recovery and awakening. Offered on a dana basis, registration is open now.

Learn more and register at: https://givebutter.com/AUG2025


To find our more about Raft to Freedom visit the website here: https://raft2freedom.org/

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Cathryn Jacob on Recovery, Dharma, and the Power of Belonging

Cathryn Jacob on Recovery, Dharma, and the Power of Belonging

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