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April 23, 2025 52 mins

In this episode of "The Sober Curator," host Alysse Bryson gathers a dynamic group of curators to explore the spiritual side of sobriety. Listen in as Anne Marie Cribbin, Daniel G. Garza, Teresa Bergen, and Derek Castleman share their unique journeys with spirituality, how ancient philosophies intertwine with modern recovery practices, and the legacies they aim to leave behind. The conversation reveals the deeply personal yet universally relatable nature of faith and recovery, sure to inspire those on their own sober path.

Timestamps:

[00:00] - Anne Marie's Thirsty Thursday revelation 

[00:01:30] - Welcome & meet your curators

[00:04:03] - Daniel G. Garza's one-minute astrology and spiritual service 

[00:08:26] - Teresa Bergen expands on yoga philosophy in sobriety 

[00:10:36] - Derek Castleman's adventure into stoicism and self-control 

[00:17:22] - Anne Marie on Celtic spirituality and leaving a legacy 

[00:23:31] - Spirituality's role in early recovery to today 

[00:47:23] - Rediscovery and the practice of wonder 

[00:50:26] - Outro and closing thoughts

Resources & Links:

-Sober Horoscopes by Daniel G Garza

-Teresa Bergen's Sober Retreats Calendar

-Derek Castleman's Book, "The Sober Stoic"

-Anne Marie Cribbin's Thirsty for Wonder

-Meet the Contributors

-Alcohol + Substance Use Disorder Guide

-Recovery Nonprofit Resource Guide

-LBGTQ+ Recovery Resource Guide

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