Abdi’s Story – Addiction Recovery and Yoga | URBAN YOGIS Episode 5

Abdi’s Story – Addiction recovery and yoga | URBAN YOGIS Episode 5 – Subscribe to our channel to be updated on latest episodes. It’s free!: bit.ly Description: Abdi’s youth was colored by the struggles of being an immigrant and adjusting to the fast pace of New York City. He gravitated to drugs and violence as a way of coping, convinced that he’d either land in prison or in his grave. But after the death of several friends, Abdi realized he needed to change his life. He discovered the healer’s path, becoming an acupuncturist and even training as a shaman. Yoga played a big role in his transformation, as well, as he describes so poignantly in the video. For more on yoga and addiction recovery: bitly.com URBAN YOGIS is a unique documentary series featuring stories on the transformative power of yoga and meditation. Beautifully shot, inspiring, and heartfelt – the series delves into the lives of cancer survivors, inner-city youth dealing with violence in their communities, recovering addicts, artists, youth in detention facilities, and more. Comedian Russell Brand, Grammy-nominated musician Moby, “yogi” businessman Russell Simmons, and author/doctor Deepak Chopra also share their stories and insights. Renowned yoga teacher Eddie Stern serves as our host and guide to the stories of these urban yogis. THE CHOPRA WELL is a new Youtube channel created to encourage people to live healthier, fuller lives and to be more aware. Deepak, Mallika and Gotham Chopra, as well as many other friends and experts, join together in this inspiring project for …

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