Secular Buddhism 49 - "Addiction & Recovery" - A discussion with Noah Levine
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Aug 31, 2017 Noah Levine, founder of Refuge Recovery, discusses the application of Buddhist philosophy in addiction recovery. They explore topics such as personal stories of addiction and recovery, the role of mindfulness and self-awareness, understanding impermanence, starting recovery meetings, and finding support resources.
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Early Life and Rebellion
- Noah Levine was introduced to Buddhism in childhood but rebelled, finding solace in drugs.
- He later found recovery and community in 12-step programs while maintaining a Buddhist practice.
Turning Point in Prison
- While incarcerated, Noah Levine had a pivotal moment after a suicide attempt.
- He took responsibility for his actions and started meditating, finding it helpful.
The Birth of Refuge Recovery
- Noah Levine initially practiced Buddhism and 12-step programs separately.
- He later created Refuge Recovery to integrate Buddhist principles with addiction recovery.