Episode #10:S. Lee Chew, MS, CMHC, NCC joins us to explain mindfulness and the value of it not only in addiction recovery but in everyday life. In this episode, you will learn the difference between mindfulness and meditation, how they complement each other, and how you can rewire your brain with mindfulness. Chris also shares his experiences with mindfulness and how it helps him stay sober. Lastly, join us for a guided meditation with Lee. If you would like to skip directly to the meditation, go to 39:24 of this recording.

Recommended Resources:

* The Mindful Self Compassion Workbook by Kristin Neff, PhD* Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement by Eric L. Garland, PhD, LCSW* Mindfulness Solutions by Ronald D. Siegal, PsyD* Refuge Recovery: A Buddhist Path to Recovering from Addiction by Noah Levine

Episode Song:Weightless by Marconi Union

There are no words to this song, but it is the perfect song to accompany your mindfulness practice. It was scientifically created to reduce anxiety. “The group that created “Weightless”, Marconi Union, did so in collaboration with sound therapists. Its carefully arranged harmonies, rhythms, and bass lines help slow a listener’s heart rate, reduce blood pressure and lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol.” From the article: Neuroscience Says Listening to This Song Reduces Anxiety by Up to 65 Percent