In The Circle

Jai Dev Singh shares unique perspectives from both Kundalini Yoga and Ayurveda about training the mind, self-forgiveness, the importance of mantra, and cultivating vitality.

Sukhdev Jackson is a kundalini yogi and musician with a remarkable story of overcoming addiction and breaking out of painful familial patterns. Join Sukhdev as she shares about shame and grief as the basis of addiction and about the practices she has employed to work through the challenges of life on the path of liberation.

Acclaimed author and raw foodist David Wolfe outlines the importance of food and nutrition to those on the path of recovery. In this conversation with Tommy Rosen, David explores alkalinity, strategies for making dietary changes, cleansing, and the pivotal role food plays in our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

Kari Kwinn provides a groundbreaking perspective on codependency from the vantage point of a person in relationship with a sex addict. It’s about overcoming shame, the loneliness of anonymity, and the nuanced dynamics of recovery from co-sex addiction. This discussion also covers the different ways in which sex addiction manifests. Not to be missed.

Drawing on his 27 years in recovery and a decades long dedication to yoga, Rolf Gates expertly shares on the phenomenon of craving what can be done to move beyond it when it shows up. Rolf Gates, author of the acclaimed book on yogic philosophy, Meditations from the Mat: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga, and the newly released: Meditations on Intention and Being: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga, Mindfulness and Compassion, conducts yoga workshops, retreats, teacher trainings, and coaching and mentorship programs throughout the U.S. and abroad–and online.

Mastin shares his perspective on the physical aspects of addiction, including the importance of gut health. Warning: Several concepts expressed here may change the way you see addiction. Mastin Kipp is a number one best-selling author, speaker and life interventionist for people who are seeking rapid transformation in their lives. He has been featured on the Emmy Award show, Super Soul Sunday, and recognized as a “thought leader for the next generation” by Oprah Winfrey. Mastin has built a highly successful international personal development company that helps people create rapid change, connect to who they really are and how to live their lives with passion and purpose. Through his writing, online courses, in-person seminars and international retreats, Mastin has worked with over two million people in over 100 countries around the world. Oprah recently also named Mastin “one of 100 awakened leaders who are using their voices and talent to elevate humanity,” alongside other teachers such as Tony Robbins, Caroline Myss, Deepak Chopra, Dr. Brené Brown, Marianne Williamson and Eckhart Tolle to name just a few.

Akah has been a Spiritual Counselor at the renowned Passages Treatment Center for the past 7 years. Akah leads his clients and us to the right questions and the right perspectives to understand what we are capable of, and the innate resources and abilities we all possess to live successfully in recovery.

In this talk, founder of The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery program (Y12SR), Nikki Myers covers vast and critical topics that relate to both the path of the 12-Steps and Yoga. And yes, there’s a monster at the end of this interview.  

Celebrated speaker, teacher and Ayurvedic practitioner Durga Leela shares her personal journey in recovery, how to integrate Ayurvedic practices into your daily routine, and how to live a life beyond your wildest dreams. Durga Leela is a practical, down to earth, and to the point speaker who has worked on her own path of recovery. She has a great sense of humor and a real warmth for understanding the trials and tribulations of our human condition. She is the founder of Yoga of Recovery, a comprehensive program that integrates Ayurveda and Yoga with recovery tools for a holistic mind, body and spirit approach for all those affected by addiction and self-destructive behaviors. Durga possesses a deep understanding of Yoga and Ayurveda, and she clearly articulates the subtleties within these ancient systems and makes the material come to life through relevant stories and examples. A natural teacher, Durga inspires a convivial dynamic at her Yoga of Recovery retreats, where participants share and inquire freely.  

Joe Polish and PhD Psychologist, Benjamin Hardy join Tommy to offer an important psychological perspective on addiction. Topics include exploring the role of one’s environment in transformation and how one actually can heal addiction.

In this unprecedented Recovery 2.0 interview, celebrated author and prominent voice of recovery, Chris Grosso bravely describes his recent relapse with alcohol. For anyone who wants to understand relapse, shame, and how to come back from it, please check this one out. Chris Grosso is a youth mental health and healing group facilitator with Newport Academy, public speaker, writer, and author of Indie Spiritualist, Everything Mind and Dead Set On Living. He writes for ORIGIN Magazine, Huffington Post, and Mantra Yoga + Health Magazine, and has spoken and performed at Wanderlust Festival, Celebrate Your Life, Yoga Journal Conference, Sedona World Wisdom Days, Kripalu, Sun Valley Wellness Festival, Ken Wilber’s “What Next?” Conference, and more. Chris is passionate about his work with people who are in the process of healing or struggling with addictions of all kinds. He speaks and leads groups in detoxes, yoga studios, rehabs, youth centers, hospitals, conferences, and festivals worldwide. He is a member of the advisory board for Drugs over Dinner, hosts The Indie Spiritualist Podcast on Ram Dass’s esteemed Be Here Now Network and is a member of The Evolutionary Leaders (a project of The Source of Synergy Foundation).

Join Joe and Tommy for a very honest look at the varied aspects of addiction, the gifts hidden within pain and the revelations that come with recovery. Joe Polish is the founder of Genius Network and GeniusX, President of Piranha Marketing Inc, and Creator of the Genius Network Interview Series. Known for his entrepreneurial focus on value creation, connection, and contribution, Joe’s leadership is the reason he’s one of the most sought after marketers alive today. His current philanthropic endeavors include JoeVolunteer.com, ArtistsForAddicts.com and Genius Recovery. Joe’s mission is to help change the global conversation surrounding addiction and addicts from one of judgement to one of compassion.

Internationally recognized yoga teacher and co-founder of Off The Mat Into The World Seane Corn joins Tommy Rosen for a truly uplifting and inspiring conversation about early childhood trauma, the concept of surrender, powerlessness, and how to effectively build lasting confidence from within. Seane Corn is an internationally celebrated yoga teacher known for her impassioned activism, unique self-expression, and inspirational style of teaching. Featured in commercials, magazines, NPR, and Oprah.com, Seane now utilizes her national platform to bring awareness to global humanitarian issues. In 2005, she was named “National Yoga Ambassador” for YouthAIDS, and in 2013 was given the “Global Green International Environmental Leadership Award.”Since 2007, she has been training leaders of activism through her co-founded organization Off the Mat, Into the World®.

Rich Roll is a world-class athlete who has done a few things in the fitness world that no other Human Being has been able to match. Perhaps the more incredible story is his recovery from addiction and his wisdom and his kind heart. Rich Roll is a globally renowned athlete, wellness advocate, and bestselling author. At age 40, Rich overhauled his sedentary life and reinvented himself as a plant-based, ultra-distance endurance athlete. In addition to overcoming addiction, Rich cemented his place in the pantheon of endurance greats by becoming the first of two people to complete the EPIC-5 Ironmans on 5 Hawaiian Islands in under a week.

Founder of Sattva Yoga and beloved teacher Anand Mehrotra takes us on a dynamic exploration of the path towards liberation in this deep and profound conversation. Tommy Rosen and Anand explore the experience of powerlessness that characterizes addiction, the journey towards authentic power, and how to move through and beyond fear. This conversation with Anand and Tommy is a thought-provoking and inspirational delve into higher purpose and beyond. Anand Mehrotra is a visionary master teacher, community and thought leader, and conscious entrepreneur. Anand is the founder and master teacher of Sattva Yoga and teaches around the world giving wisdom talks, offering satsangs and meditations, providing Vedic astrology readings, and leading Sattva Yoga journeys. Anand is the founder of Sattva Retreat, a premier wellness destination situated in the Himalayas of Rishikesh, India and Sattva Yoga Academy for holistic learning. He is also the founder of Sattva Connect. Anand leads two non-profits, The Khushi Charitable Society and Sattva Foundation.

What does long-term sobriety look like? And when is the pain going to let up? New York Times best-selling author Anna David joins Tommy for an open and honest discussion on getting and staying sober, redefining success and managing expectations. Anna is the New York Times-bestselling author of six books and the host of the wildly popular podcast, Issues With Anna. She’s been published in The New York Times, The LA Times, Details, Playboy and Women’s Health, among many others, and has appeared repeatedly on The Today Show, Dr. Drew, Red Eye, The View and numerous other programs on Fox News, NBC, CBS and VH1.

Meadow DeVor, internationally recognized yoga teacher and life coach illuminates our relationship with money, the concept of “financial sobriety” and the grand journey towards connection to our true self. This discussion is sure to shed a new light on how your relationship with money, and inspire you to make tangible shifts that will your path of discovery to a new depth. Meadow is an internationally recognized yoga teacher, master life coach, and writer. She’s the founder of Yoga Church and publishes a popular inspirational blog and podcast on her website. She’s the author of Money Love, A Guide to Changing the Way You Think About Money and has been published in Woman’s Day Magazine, Rebelle Society, Elephant Journal, teach.yoga, Enemy of Debt, and has had the pleasure of being a guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show. She speaks, writes and coaches extensively on the topics of money, sobriety, trauma, yoga and healing.

Chris Grosso, public speaker and author of The Indie Spiritualist: A No Bullshit Exploration of Spirituality joins Tommy Rosen to discuss the question: "do you have to believe in God to find a path towards recovery?" and so much more. This conversation dispels myths about meditation, finding a Higher Power, and dogmatic ideas surrounding the “right” way to recover. This is a relatable, honest and inspiring exploration of the recovery. Chris Grosso is a public speaker, writer, and author of multiple books including,  Everything Mind: What I’ve Learned About Hard Knocks, Spiritual Awakening and the Mind-Blowing Truth of it All and Dead Set On Living: Making the Difficult but Beautiful Journey from F#*cking Up to Waking Up. He writes for ORIGIN Magazine, Huffington Post, and Mantra Yoga + Health Magazine, and has spoken and performed at Wanderlust Festival, Celebrate Your Life, Yoga Journal Conference, Sedona World Wisdom Days, Kripalu, Sun Valley Wellness Festival, and more.

With over 20 years of experience in family practice and palliative care, best-selling author Dr. Gabor Maté joins Tommy Rosen to share his invaluable insight. This interview covers the three factors that lead to addictive personalities, the science of addiction, and early childhood development. Tune in to learn about the ways one’s internal experience of addiction shapes one’s experience with the outer world. An expert on a range of topics including addiction, stress and childhood development and over 20 years of family practice and palliative care, Dr. Maté is a sought-after speaker and teacher. Dr. Maté weaves together scientific research, case histories, and his own insights and experience to present a broad perspective that enlightens and empowers people to promote their own healing and that of those around them. Dr. Maté has written several bestselling books including the award-winning In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction. His works have been published internationally in twenty languages. Dr. Maté has received the Hubert Evans Prize for Literary Non-Fiction and the 2012 Martin Luther King Humanitarian Award from Mothers Against Teen Violence.

In this episode of In the Circle, we're joined by Michele, who inquires: How can I navigate the frequency of financial sobriety?This critical topic is an often overlooked aspect of recovery,  whether it's managing debt, curbing excessive shopping, or addressing gambling habits, financial sobriety speaks to our core relationship with money and the energy it represents.This conversation is essential for anyone on the path of recovery who seeks to understand the broader implications of their financial habits and how to approach them with a healthier mindset.Tommy discussesWhat is the frequency of addiction?How to achieve financial sobrietyHow is your relationship with money impacting your life?The incredible power of yoga and meditationWhen is enough truly enough?Looking for a way to deepen your recovery journey and meet others in the Recovery 2.0 community? Come and join us in England this summer for an unforgettable 7-day recovery immersion. Learn more at R20.com/England2024Further Links & ResourcesCatch a Meeting. We offer 30+ Live Online Recovery meetings every week. Come and find your community here. Meetings are always free.Want ongoing recovery insights and inspiration delivered to your inbox? Subscribe to the UpliftJoin our Recovery 2.0 Community: access your authentic power, connect with others on a similar path, and thrive in life beyond addictionSubscribe to The Recovery Channel on YouTubeVisit our websiteCome and experience an in-person event or retreat: r20.com/eventsAddiction is part of everyone’s journey, but recovery is not. The Recovery 2.0 Membership is a place where you can explore the topics that interest you, find community, and connect with Tommy Rosen on a personal level. It’s here that we’ll dig into spirituality and union of the mind, body, and spirit, and transform from the inside out. You will learn and grow alongside a community of supportive, conscious, compassionate, and vibrant individuals, like you!Join us at r20.com/welcome to explore how to move beyond addiction and thrive in your life.Connect with TommyInstagramFacebookTikTokRecovery 2.0@Recovery2Point0 on InstagramRecovery 2.0 Facebook GroupIn The Circle is produced by Lovemore Media.