Alex McRobert, The Ultimate Sober Yoga Girl, on Transcending The Party Life and Manifesting a Life of Meaning and Purpose

Mindful Sobriety The Podcast

In this episode, Jane and Amanda sit down with their friend, Alex McRobert, found of the vibrant sober community, The Mindful Life Practice. Alex McRobert shares her unconventional path to building the life of her dreams. From living in Kuwait to finding sobriety and establishing a fulfilling life in Bali as a yoga teacher and sober coach. She discusses the importance of connection, healing, and the role of spirituality in her sobriety. The conversation also touches openness to new cultural practices, the impact of community support, and the significance of mentorship in personal growth. Alex's book, 'Sober Yoga Girl,' serves as a memoir and a guide, intertwining her life experiences with teachings from yoga philosophy.

TAKEAWAYS

• Living an alcohol-free lifestyle can lead to profound personal transformation.
• Yoga and sobriety can be deeply interconnected.
• Cultural experiences in Bali can enhance personal growth and spirituality.
• Meaning making is a crucial aspect of recovery from addiction.
• Writing about personal experiences can be a powerful healing tool.
• Community support plays a vital role in the journey to sobriety.
• Daily life in Bali is rich with spiritual practices and connections.
• Intuition can guide important life decisions and changes.
• The journey to sobriety often involves confronting past traumas and grief.
• Embracing change can open doors to new possibilities and experiences.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
07:09 Journey to Sobriety and Yoga
10:00 Life in the Middle East
12:54 Finding Meaning in Grief
16:07 The Power of Connection and Healing
18:45 The Book: Sober Yoga Girl
21:36 The Role of Spirituality and Intuition
24:44 Life in Bali: A New Perspective
27:27 Cultural Differences and Lessons
30:14 The Impact of Community and Support
33:21 Reflections on Parenting and Responsibility
36:30 The Sober Journey: Challenges and Triumphs
39:18 The Influence of Mentorship
42:24 Conclusion and Future Aspirations

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Learn More About Alex!

Alex McRobert had long dreamed of opening a yoga retreat center in Bali, Indonesia, but as an elementary school teacher working in private schools in the Middle East, the path seemed unclear. It wasn’t until she quit drinking and embraced her true purpose that everything began to manifest—and even more than she had imagined.

Now, Alex runs Yoga Teacher Trainings in Bali and leads a thriving online sober yoga community, The Mindful Life Practice. She also leads retreats around the world, hosts the popular Sober Yoga Girl Podcast, and publishes The Mindful Life Magazine monthly.

You can purchase her new book, Sober Yoga Girl, on Amazon.