Y12SR stands for Yoga of 12-Step Recovery, a holistic model created by Nikki Myers to address addiction by integrating yoga and 12-step principles. It combines the somatic (body-based) approach of yoga with the cognitive aspects of the 12-step program to provide tools for managing trauma, regulating the nervous system, and promoting healing on physical, mental, and spiritual levels. Y12SR offers open community meetings, educational programs, and training, acting as a supportive adjunct to traditional addiction recovery practices.
 

How it Works 

• Combines Yoga and 12-Step Programs:

  Y12SR integrates the philosophy and practices of yoga with the cognitive tools of the 12-step recovery model.

• Addresses Trauma:

  It recognizes that addiction is often linked to unresolved trauma and uses yoga's somatic practices to help heal the nervous system and manage triggers.

• Focuses on Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Healing:

  The approach aims to release issues at all levels, creating a sustainable foundation for recovery.

• Provides Practical Tools:

  Y12SR offers specific tools and techniques for relapse prevention and self-management of internal states.

Key Features

• Open Meetings:

  A network of open Y12SR meetings is available internationally for anyone affected by addiction. 

• Supportive Adjunct:

  Y12SR is designed to be a supplement, not a replacement, for existing 12-step programs or other recovery practices. 

• Emphasis on Community:

  Meetings foster a safe, open, and inclusive space for individuals to connect and support each other. 

• Neuroscience-Informed:

  The model is informed by current research on neuroscience and trauma healing, helping to "connect the dots" between the mind, body, and spirit.