Yoga & Addiction Recovery: Hope for Alcoholics and Addicts (My Story)

[@Mattisleandra]

I am four years sober from terrible heroin addiction. I did you're video every damn day. I show other girls the videos and you planted the seed farther then you will ever know. You saved my life and in turn gave my daughter the gift of a good mom and my mom the gift of a healthy daughter. You're beautiful you opened my eyes my mind and most of all my heart. You're my hero.

[@MaraJadeSkky]

I can’t believe a dozen people thumbs down this. What is there to dislike??? Your story is raw and real and inspiring as hell! I watched this last night, shared it on social media, meditated before bed and woke up feeling more connected to myself and free because what you said resonates with me. Thank you for doing what you do. I’m so grateful you and YogaTX got hooked up together somehow and I stumbled upon your videos and finally at nearly age 29 I finally understood how powerful and helpful yoga is ESPECIALLY for someone in recovery.🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤 I actually came back to this video to copy the url to send to a good friend. Thank you for posting this!

[@citisamsjw5513]

Wow 20 dislike = needs some yoga hugging 😍🇮🇳

[@brianbevilacqua3114]

You are a beautiful person. I suffered from drug and alcohol addiction for 15 years. In treatment they used to take us to the gym. It was there that i found a passion for training and it saved my life. 6 detox facilities, jail, psych ward, medications, hopsitals, broken bones, etc etc etc. And now i have 8 months sober, and this time has been life changing, ive been doing your yoga every morning, strength training and meditating and my life is beautiful. Thank you!

[@cinnamongirl3070]

Your past has shaped you into the intuitive, intelligent, empathetic person you are today. You have overcome your past struggles to blossom into the strong woman and inspiring teacher I follow every week. Sending happy thoughts your way for continued joy in life.

[@aaronarmendariz1244]

Thank you so much! Relate to you so much. The yoga journey is new for me. I can relate about the self hatred, and feeling of being fundamentally flawed, I am also a massage therapist! I’m excited to see where this journey leads me, the only time I feel safe also is on my yoga mat! Thank you again!

[@killerdiller752]

I suffer from chronic depression, anxiety, fibromyalgia, and seizures, which have led me to alcohol and pills, although i do my best to use these things moderately, although i know deep down things could spiral out of control at any moment. I suffer from self loathing and suicidal thoughts every day. I hate myself and i hate my body and brain for going wonky on me so young. However, every day i get out of bed, no matter how terrible i feel, i get on my mat and i do yoga with you. Your voice is soothing and comforting and out of all the teachers I've ever watched on youtube, you are my absolute favorite. I can be having a horrible day either with pain or mental issues and ill think: maybe i should just have a few shots, pop some pills, and pass out... or i could do yoga with Cole. I cant honestly say i choose you every time, but the fact you are there as a choice is a beautiful thing. I thank you for the bottom of my heart. You are an amazing soul and im so blessed to have you in my life. Thank you.

[@killerdiller752]

@@COLECHANCEYOGACCY thank YOU! Much love to you as well!

[@athenapope2349]

Hi. I'm a Yoga Therapist specializing in D/A addiction. I'm currently in the Drug Alcohol Counselor internship phase at a medical clinic. Thankyou for sharing your story. Very inspiring and will help many others.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Glad it resonated;)

[@robcoulter1390]

A true lotus from the mud. Thanks for making it, Cole. Namaste.

[@dansalamone8217]

Wow can’t even put into words how courageous you are. Congratulations on your sobriety. I know how hard it is. Look how great your doing now. I also have been sober for over a year. I cannot take it for granted. Thank you

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much! And congrats on sobriety! Big love to you Dan!!

[@Loralarify]

Thank you for sharing your story. So inspiring. I started on my yoga journey a month before I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer in 2016. I had no idea I was dying.. something in the yoga practice, you know/understand what it is, kept carrying me along.. and during that time, before I was diagnosed, the yoga was beginning to clear a path for me, somehow, of a greater understanding. I knew something wasn’t right but i didn’t know what it was. After the year of chemotherapy and healing, before i recurred, while I was a shadow of a human being, frail and no strength left, I found myself going to those yoga classes, still. I find your story palpable and moving for so many reasons. I struggled with alcoholism when I was younger and had a husband who was an addict/alcoholic also. I finally got away from it all and let the goodness that I knew I finally deserved, embrace me. You look so strong, beautiful and healthy, it’s amazing to hear what you have been through..Namaste, Cole. 😘

[@Loralarify]

COLE CHANCE YOGA isn’t that the truth..:)

[@ginawilson5039]

I happen to find your Channel about 2 weeks ago and immediately felt calmness your voice you're inside and your intellect. Today I wanted to share it with my husband about how amazing you are with just your words and your flow and then I happened to stumble upon this amazing loving Journey that you've been on. My husband was so impressed as well. We all have things that bring us to our growing points. I appreciate your candidness and your ability to be open and share with so many viewers. You have such an amazing gift and I'm so glad I found you. Listening to you makes me want to make sure I don't miss meeting on the mat. You are a beautiful soul! Thank you for all you do for me and I'm sure you are touching thousands of lives!

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Ah thank you for this beautiful message Gina! I'm so glad that you are reasoning with the classes + shares. It's been a wild ride and I feel so fortunate to be in this seat now offering little nuggets of things that have helped me through;) See you on the mat!

[@sandiegotony1966]

Wow my sobriety sister I had no idea, I will celebrate 20 years on New Years Day! We are so blessed, I have always believed addicts are people with the huge hearts and spirits, we just went looking for God in wrong place. Following the precepts of yoga aligns and complements living sober in so many profound ways, I think you are onto something. Many thanks and blessings Cole.

[@tinaorphanides434]

Aw Cole thank you for sharing - your road to recovery has been a rocky one but your over that mountain and that's down to you so all my love and best wishes - I took to your yoga videos the first time I decided to give it one last go as I couldn't find anyone online who I could relate too - you changed that you explain things tiny things about placement etc. you love what you do and are so real and warm and that's why we love ya - health and happiness to you always 💜

[@jennhuey6405]

I too found freedom & understanding of my addiction at a rehab center in Nevada. Now, 10 yrs later I work at that same rehab. I so want to give back by doing the same freedom Yoga. Thank you for sharing your story. I look forward to your Yoga videos.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Ahhh I love this!!!!!

[@nikkim748]

Brave soul, honest and inspiring. You are so deserving of your paradise. Thank you for sharing. ❤️

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Truly my pleasure to get to share!

[@sjbcourtreporter]

I just love you, Cole. You are a light to this world, and I am so happy I met you. Thank you for sharing this story.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much for joining me on my journey!

[@noras.9144]

Cole, I didn't understand every word, but I understood your message and it was touching me. I poison my life because I'm coward to take the best decision and I poison the life of others too next to me. And the feeling is same like yours, I know, that it's not good what now is, but it's to hard to make changes. I knew at the first time, that you are special and I think you are the best yoga instructor. Thank you for your story and for the lovely yoga videos :)

[@jennashannon625]

Thank you again. This made me cry especially when you were talking about how fun and glamorous it was at first and then how dirty it ended up being. I went through something so similar. It still hurts to think about to this day even though it ended over 10 years ago

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

mmm, yes isn't it so interesting how drastic it changes yet we often don't see it as it's happening. So grateful to be on the recovery path with you!

[@trinitywave]

Thank you Cole for sharing your truth, and your recovery. It's such a hard thing to do sometimes, so I want to thank you for having the courage to share your not so glamourous experiences with us. I'm a yogi who also has struggled with addiction, and the mental challenges that associated with addiction. Yoga is such an amazing tool for those in recovery, and I'm so glad you have been able to give back with the knowledge and strength you now have to support and empower those people. It's amazing what conscious connection can do to transform and empower us, and bring us to our higher selves. I found myself crying when I heard your past experience of not knowing you had a higher self, because I have been doing your yoga and thai massage videos for some time now, and I see you shine your light so beautifully. It's amazing though isn't it that we all have light and connection to our highest selves, even those who have never yet glimpsed it. Thank you for sharing all you do, for sharing your light to me and those around the world. Namaste, sister.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

This means a lot to me, Thank you!

[@ellies.4479]

Being the real you, that's always been there. You are such a beautiful person. I treasure your videos; a true blessings to me. You're the teacher now who I feel like you are just talking to me. 💗Namaste

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

❤️❤️❤️

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

So glad to be part of your practice!

[@Evernia6181]

I don’t know what to say; this is so touching, raw, and beautiful, and totally inspiring. Thank you for sharing this.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

❤️❤️so glad it resonated

[@herdingcatsdougherty34]

That's it. It starts with shame. Shame that fuels the addiction demon. And then we allow ourselves to receive the gift of sobriety and the gratitude is so immense that we almost cannot encompass it and it spills over in to EVERYTHING. THANK YOU FOR THIS. My beautiful sobriety sister. Namaste.

[@CoolCooking]

Glad that you picked this new path and became a really talented yoga instructor and a nice person

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much!

[@breadconqueror27]

Cole you have been such an inspiration to me in some of my darkest moments. It really shows that you treat yoga how it should be, as a deeply spiritual practice and not just some physical exercise. Thank you so much for sharing. I am going to start trying to get sober today.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

It is hard work and SO worth it. 🥳

[@bettycarmella1127]

Thank you for being so transparent. Mad love to you Cole♥♥♥

[@viviaguilar29]

I wish you lots of happiness in your new path of love. Thanks for sharing your life.

[@debra6ka]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, I love your yoga videos...I could since there was something more to your story and I am honored to be a part of your sobriety and thank you for being a part of mine.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thanks for sharing and thank you for joining me on my journey and making me a part of yours

[@ambercara2139]

Cole thank you, for sharing this, your past, your truth, your journey. I've tried yoga many times and never found it as brilliant as when I watch one of your videos... YogaTX have themselves an incredible person on their team and you inspire me everyday. Even days I don't get around to the Yoga, I have your words in my mind. I don't even use a mat, something that used to stop me from attempting yoga. But with you that's not important, just showing up is. Thank you for sharing more about yourself, it takes such courage to be real, something I strive for in everything now. Real to myself, to my friends, to my world! And your yoga videos are helping me, feel at one with myself..and aiding my recovery from depression also. Thank you again. My higher self sees yours, namaste xxx 💙

[@ambercara2139]

@@COLECHANCEYOGACCY subscribed!! 🙃

[@morgantomcho]

You are speaking from within my soul, saying the things I am too scared to say myself. Thank you so much.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much for this love! I'm grateful to be a part of your journey and thankful for you to be a part of mine!

[@Maggiemae33]

Thank you. Happy 5 years beautiful soul! So glad I found your channel. Originally found you on YogaTX a while back. Your gift is truly a blessing. It takes going the scenic route for some of us to find our truth. The child's pose meltdown girl, I have been in a similar state and it is so refreshing to relate. I am finally standing again after nearly dying and am so grateful to be here and yes, yoga was the coming back to Self I found when all was lost as well. Love to you. Respect for you. Namaste.🙏

[@AliceinWonderland-td7vq]

You are so beautiful. You remind me of my friends and I also feel that yoga was a huge part of my recovery. You're my favorite yoga teacher! Thanks for always sharing your true self ❤️

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Wow, thank you! And grateful to be on this recovery path with you!

[@yinsyang1]

Thank you for sharing this Cole. It just confirms what I have always thought about you; a deep, soulful, understanding woman who can resonate with anyone at any level. I started doing your yoga videos just over a year ago and they have helped in so many ways, in fact I really miss doing yoga on mornings that I don't have time to. I've only just watched this video - always thought there was more to you and this story just makes you even more real, even more wise, grounded, human, strong.........I could go on. You've achieved so much and to be able to help others with your knowledge now is a true gift, a priceless purpose that words or money can never compare with. Wishing you much peace and love.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you for these kind words Donna! I am so grateful for my past that has brought me to this exact present;) Fortunate!

[@manuelageneral4815]

Thank you für Sharing. I've been Doing Yoga For about 2 years and you have been a big Part in my Yoga Journey. Thank you and thank you for Sharing💗🙏🏻 Namaste from Germany

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

You're so welcome! grateful to be part of your practice!!!!

[@iwuliena]

I'm so glad I've come across this inspiring video. You are so beautiful.. I have had a big problem with alcohol, did 5 months sober by doing yoga and meditation at 5am, learning about myself.. and slipped. again. I believe something in your life must change. Will it ever show for me? I want the world, not a bottle 😢

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

I have a 7 Day Yoga + Sobriety Challenge starting soon if you're interested bit.ly/7day_yoga_sobriety

[@hayahilton]

You’ve always been my inspiration because I discovered your yoga videos during the darkest time in my life. I had just left an abusive relationship and you made me feel comfortable and connected. Now it all makes sense, you understand the struggle. Now watching this video, I’ve realized my dependency on weed and it really has brought me to tears. Thanks Cole, your teachings are my medicine, namaste

[@RPSteve]

Now that I'm sober I have a much better Net Worth. And I managed to go 8 months without drinking. But at any rate, I am going to keep sharing my Sobriety Journey on public forums l, etc to inspire that person who still suffers.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Yeahhh! Contacts and it’s so important to recover out loud!

[@dariosimone2383]

Jealousy will make people giving thumbs down, jealousy that she become who she is now ,, A very special lady , and very helpful now , Thank you 🙏 I hear you, cole

[@gordonadams6712]

Not what I expected. Tear jerked a couple of times. What a Warrior. I'm sharing this on my friends profile Merkaba Crusades.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

❤️❤️ warrioreqsue for sure

[@catquinnyoga]

Thank you for sharing. I was an alcoholic as well and started quite young at 14. I totally know what you mean on how you felt the first time, feeling so good... almost euphoric. I know now I have anxiety and PTSD, but back then I was just trying to escape the pain and alcohol made me feel amazing. So it became my go-to, especially in social situations. I also said to myself that I loved drinking so much that I would never "let" it become a problem. So I wouldn't drink everyday, leave a day or two out in the week. I also started using drugs, mostly coke and MDMA, staying up until noon the next day partying with "friends". It's pretty amazing how it dawns on you, all of a sudden it just doesn't make sense any more.. an Ah-Ha! moment. I'm so glad that so many people are sharing their stories, I love how real people are becoming, not trying to hide anymore or be fake. Thank you for being so real and raw with us, you are an inspiration and I would love to come practice with you in Bali! I'll try and save up.Namaste

[@zeynepaksoy7821]

No wonder I was drawn to you among many yoga teachers out there. I am almost 10 months sober and started yoga on my own, with you, 2 months ago. Thank you so much for your courage, honesty and transparency. What an inspiration!

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Great job!

[@ourhomesteadchannel582]

So I got on here to search and see if anyone had done a video like this. I wanted to tell my story on video and was curious if anyone else had done such a video. Turns out yours was the first one I saw that matched what I was searching for. I want to thank you dear for accepting the challenge of sobriety and becoming such a beautiful being, for standing up telling your story of truth to light the way for others who may feel they’re the only ones. You’re a grand example, keep shining bright..! Love and Respect..🕉🙏🏽🕉.. Namaste

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Truly my pleasure to get to share!

[@ImNotOliviaForReals]

Listening to this gave me chills, I've been doing your yoga videos almost daily for over a year now! (At least a year I can't really remember anymore it's become part of my daily routine)

[@Jennagreekgirl66]

Thank you cole for this beautiful story ❤️ thank you for sharing your vulnerability, I really connected to a lot of what you were talking about & as you were talking was getting flashbacks of my childhood that wasn’t the same but very similar & relatable. I was crying most of this video, I found you when I was going through major heartbreak at a pretty young age & remember actually messaging you on Instagram because I really had no one there for me at the time & I remember you responding & feeling like wow she acknowledged me & you said some very kind words to me & I find myself always coming back to you especially when I feel alone. I see so much of me in you & vice versa. Some day I’d love to take your yoga teachers course as I have fallen in love with this practice & so grateful for teachers like you that are real, raw, vulnerable & most importantly doing it for the right reasons. Thank you again cole so very grateful to have you here ❤️

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

I’m glad you were able to connect to it. It so important that we can touch in to others experiences and link them in ways to our own….a shared humanity!

[@philbhm]

Thank God that others did not give up on you...and that you did not give up on yourself....and you are not giving up on us! Your story is always uplifting to listen to and makes me want to take the "next small and right" step.

[@rachka8528]

Thank you for sharing your story! I done many of your videos via Yoga TX and just discovered your have your own channel now. I appreciate your openness and willingness to educate and show others life isn’t perfect but we can get connected and have better days 🙏❤️

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

ah welcome over! Yes lots to explore here as well. And absolutely, connection + openness are so key!

[@parth8280]

Already influenced the way you teach .. And now knowing your bold story .. i am impressed... Legends always have a life story .... People those who live they have life story People those who exist have no story . It's good you chose living .

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Happy to have you in the Tribe!

[@lorrieb2802]

Cole Chance, you are my hero. As a recovering addict, I was with you every step of the way while listening to this, although in my life it was not to the extremes that you survived - you express it so well and with such authenticity, which made me tear up. Often when I hear people speak their truth, it sounds rehearsed or tired. Your delivery is so fresh, it's as if you're sitting with us having tea. I love your energy, I love your story, I love your yoga. A death in my family got me on the mat in grief and kept me from going back to the bottle. I do yoga (with you!) every morning now, have been doing it daily for four years, and now have incorporated a daily meditation routine as well. You are such an inspiration. Namaste, respect and gratitude. Please keep sharing your amazing gift.

[@branburt4594]

I have recently come across to your video's while I was searching for some beginning yoga exercises. And I admire your strength. You're amazing and thank you for sharing your story! Much love!!

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

You are so welcome!

[@lisaboreiko3544]

Thank you for sharing your story! I'm Ukrainian and practicing yoga helps me not go nuts during the war

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

I’m so happy it’s supportive. I’m so sorry for what y’all are going through. It’s tragic

[@lisaboreiko3544]

@@COLECHANCEYOGACCY thank you for your support!❤ I believe that one sunny day I will enjoy a nice yoga practice to one of your videos on my favorite beach in my beloved Mariupol😊 Namaste!

[@leannebowden2604]

Oh Cole I'm in tears & my heart was breaking for you as you were telling your story & sharing your pain. Your journey so far has been tough to say the least but just think what wonders the future holds for you now. Look out world, here comes Cole. Sista, You are courageous, honest authentic & strong & we who follow your journey & learn from your practice are truly grateful for the wisdom you so generously share. Such wisdom, Im awestruck Just go have the best life, you so deserve it. 🙏🏻✨💜

[@lisastirbys5026]

Leanne, you took the words right out of my mouth. Cole, thank you for sharing your story and strength.

[@michaelbulmer3488]

I think your amazing human I had the pleasure to meet you personally.... I was in Bali on a training Yoga retreat a month ago, my teacher took me to one of your classes, I was like a little child. How amazing the universe works it blows my mind. I practice with you every morning I feel you are personally right with me , perhaps not in body but our spirit has connected. For my on reason I turn to Yoga doing the training at my age which is 57 years old, it was one of the hardest thing i did but the best thing I have ever done, it save me, Doors have open for me I live & love what Yoga has done for me. People who on my journey I have come to meet is truely amazing, & also following you I have learnt so much I’m so very grateful Thank you Cole Chance you are my inspiration love & blessings to you.✌️🙏🏻

[@mindfulmoments-vibekesyoga4458]

Wow, amazing sharing! It is so wonderful when people share honestly their struggles. It is Inspiring and motivating. The net world is so full of fasade and unrealness so I really appreciate coming across some honest real people. Thank you 🌷

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

❤️❤️

[@vvdelgado17]

Cole, I have been practicing along with you through the videos you post up here for about 2 and a half years now and it has helped me immensely in so many very different ways. The type of practice you lead is so much in line with my pace. Whenever I go take a yoga class in town my instructors always comment on my form or how well I'm doing, thanks to you. Love your personality, so down to earth and chill. Thanks for sharing your story, I have great empathy for the journey you've been on. It made me cry! Look forward to following you for many years to come Yogi! Much Love from Houston, Vanessa

[@cassarstudios8435]

So inspiring. Brave lady and a true gem...keep doing what you are doing as your words of wisdom are saving us all xx

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

I absolutely will !

[@nataliekalich64]

My husband and I used to do yoga at night years ago to just connect with each other and I still follow you! I had no idea of your story. What a loving and true human you are to live and speak your truth to the world and want to help others. So thank you.. tears watered and inspiration blossomed.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Mmm, thanks for sharing that with me 🥰 it’s been a wild road and grateful to be in a place of service around it!

[@pl4969]

I watched this after I practiced morning yoga with you on this quiet morning after I rolled off my bed. I have lived good and thoughtful life, but I am not sure why tears steamed down my face when I listed to you. Cole, the light in me bows to the light in you. Namaste. ❤

[@mlw2001]

Wow! Cole! I’ve been practicing your videos for a couple of months now. It all started when I was looking for a bedtime yoga on KZbin. Out of the dozens of videos I scrolled through, something drew me to yours! And I haven’t stopped since! I have been so fascinated by your ability to share your yoga wisdom and your Light and for the grace and eloquence in which you teach. And now I am completely blown away by your story. You are truly AMAZING and so STRONG and WISE and BEAUTIFUL and I have no words to describe how moved and touched and proud I am by you! Thank you for sharing! I have an even deeper respect & admiration for you now! With love always! I hope to take a class in person with you someday. 💕❤️💖💕

[@IamDebsy]

I can't stop crying. Thank you, Cole. I treasure your story in my heart. Love from Argentina. Xoxo

[@shourjosarkar2058]

Young girl.....wonderstruck at the world's splendour starts an adventurous journey to seek self identity...lost in the wrong bylanes till yoga found her...and finally she could trust her journey.....a really encouraging tale for all such lost fellow people in the whole world....best wishes to you from India to be connected with universe once again through yoga ...you are in safe hands now.

[@elizabethjohnston6914]

Thank you for sharing and for your honesty! I just did one of your flows. I used to think I had to workout hard for it to be worth anything. I realize that was something out into my head and I need slow steady movement for my healing, recovery and to connect to myself. Movement looks different for everyone. Thank you!!

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Mmm yes yes yes! Fully agree!

[@saphroniac2983]

Totally beautiful, you are an inspiration. I’m almost at 15 months and you’ve inspired me to teach again. 💖

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Ahhhh I love hearing this! Yes get out there and share!

[@londongirlonthemove9458]

'From wounds to wisdom'. So proud of you. Thank you sharing your story, you're a warrior, a survivor and powerful creator of the beautiful life you have now. You are appreciated ❤️

[@jakubbojczuk5781]

congratulations on having uplifted yourself and staying creative and sober...

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you Jakub!

[@karenkaren3189]

Thank you for sharing your story. I had developed a dependency on alcohol about 15 years ago. About 10-11 years ago I recognized this and started cutting back gradually. 9 years ago I rediscovered yoga ( I had practiced briefly in my early 20’s). 8 years ago, after a year of practicing yoga, I stopped drinking completely. I am so grateful for my sobriety and my yoga practice. I am sure the two are connected.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Happy to hear that. More power to you!

[@Sorrydontmakethenoodles]

Such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your story. Beautiful soul. Have been trying really hard to work on the person I want to become. What road I want to follow and 2 see you really inspires. Thank you Cole x

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

It's a practice + a process! Be patient with yourself - there is no final "you" to get to, instead we should aim to always be exploring + evolving!

[@RicardoCollRYT200]

Bravo, Cole! Please write that book! And please let your beautiful dreads grow again. 💙

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Planning on it!

[@LauraCummings-h3o]

What a beautiful story and a blessing for so many to hear

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Grateful for your appreciation love!

[@elenatamova]

I got goosebumps listening to this... what an incredible journey!

[@jbean583]

Something about you resonated with me from the first video. I have been showing up to your practices every day for a couple of months and my life has changed in so many ways. I didn’t realize how alike we are until I watched this video. You’re such a beautiful person, we are so grateful for you. Thank you. Thank you for making it through to become this person for so many of us. Thank you for existing. 💙

[@tracytheedom9229]

Cole, your are an earth angle 😇🥰. I am sooo grateful for your presence! I love your teaching and the unconditional love you share .xxx

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@tracypeacock4182]

@@COLECHANCEYOGACCY ❤

[@NataliaNatful]

You are a wonderful person, Cole. Thanks for sharing this very honest and insightful story. I follow you and i admire you a lot. Keep yoging.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much for your appreciation Natalia!

[@janisemortonalbertsz5832]

Hi Cole, My name is Janise I'm from Aruba and about 2 years ago a started doing yoga as part of finding myself again. I've been through alot myself and I totally admire you and your courage to share this video. You are an inspiration to many, a warrior and a survivor. Keep doing what you doing, you are amazing!♥️

[@JudyCarlin]

Thank you for sharing your story. Your work supports many of us through some hard days. Love from my heart to yours.

[@megjmamacloth630]

You are such an incredibly strong and brave woman Cole

[@SacredRevel]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’m looking for a way out of the addictive/ self destructive/self hate cycle.. hearing your story gives me hope. I am definitely interested in your classes and online workshops for recovery.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

I have a 7 Day Yoga + Sobriety Challenge starting soon if you're interested bit.ly/7day_yoga_sobriety

[@jamielund7509]

Cole, thank you so very much for sharing this story. I actually came across your videos after I entered my 2nd Sober Living home after my 6th Rehab, 5 relapses & 25 years running. My life spiraled out of control, and than hit a brick wall on June 4, 2017 when my 13 year old son died of a Fentanyl/Heroin overdose. Talk about broke down and beaten. Just like you, at one of my rehabs, they had an entire wellness department, which introduced me to Yoga, Gemstones, Aromatherapy, Acupuncture, how diet effects your organs and how your organs effect your emotions, all sorts of holistic approaches to recovery. 3 more facilities after that before I came to where I am at now. Today I have 14 months clean. And hearing your story so deeply resonated with me because I have stated Grief/Trauma Therapy, and my therapist told me I have PTSD and Dissociative Disorder. Your talk about behind disconnected from everything, and yoga bringing you that connection is EXACTLY where I am at this very moment. I cannot thank you enough for your story. You give me strength, inspiration and hope to continue on this journey. Thank you so very much! 💖💋🙌

[@jjbutterbeans1515]

Watching your face as you described your first yoga class...... like you could see the veil lifting just a little bit. You could see the peace that was on the other side. Yoga saved me. It changed my life profoundly. You're an inspiration. Namaste.

[@sharonfreedman9084]

Cole, your story is so different to what I imagined, you surely hit rock bottom and miraculously survived and blossomed. I'm also very moved to hear that you are sharing your practice not only with us on KZbin but also in prisons, rehab facilities etc. Namaste.

[@lauracandybar791]

It amazes me that something so dark and ugly can make for such a beautiful story. Thanks for all that you do! You are truly an inspiration💗

[@toai2]

Wow what a journey! Wish you well. I started out with your yoga for back pain but didn’t know what you’ve been through…wish you the best

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Yeah it’s been a ride!

[@DeLoniusFink]

Thank you for sharing your story. Being a man who's battled my whole life with addiction, our stories are still very similar. You're an incredible inspiration. I have a little over two years clean and sober now myself on this leg of the journey through my life. It's amazing to see soo many people today waking up to compassion and supporting each other with such heartfelt empathy. Here's to doing what you love, loving who you are, and spreading more health, healing and compassion with the world. Thank you

[@dianasvan]

i love your vibe, you are such an authentic person, and such a brave soul to have shared your story with us

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much for your words and appreciation Diana!!! Love to you!

[@coquitlam6332]

Thank you so much….. I didn’t know about your story. This why you are special and an amazing yoga teacher. Take care and love you

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

❤️🌻❤️

[@InnerElev8tion]

Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you for joining me here Josh ♥❤

[@adikrasnovsky431]

Cole thank you so much for sharing your story ♥️I love you !you made me feel stronger .I wish you the best🌟

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Thank you so much for joining me and making me a part of your journey! I appreciate you!

[@sherf1011]

You are such an inspiration. Your story hit me deeply within my heart. I could relate so well. Namaste 🙏🏻

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

I’m so glad it resonated Sher❤️

[@everyonesalama4447]

I watched this story a few years ago and it moved me a lot at the time, somewhere along the line I completely stopped doing yoga and tonight I wanted to find a story to remind me and inspire me of why I was doing it in the first place. I found this and remembered it from years ago, I'm on a whole new recovery path now also, so thanks, perfect timing to resurface. Fully appreciate your honestly and wisdom, much love girl xx

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

Mmm thank you for these kind words. Love and ease to you on your recovery journey!

[@kateli4590]

Thank you for scharing your life story, very inspiring. Yoga is really a good path for both physical and mental health.

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

My pleasure...it's very healing to share

[@stephanietaylor5729]

Thank you for sharing your truth with us. Congratulations on 5 years of sobriety. I wish you many more happy milestones in this life. I am so happy you found your higher self and that you share that with us. You are my favorite yoga teacher.

[@tracykrauss4010]

I've been watching your yoga videos for a while (your always one of my favorite teachers) and I'm in recovery for over 3 yrs. Congratulations and keep doing what your doing...... I love when you said, I felt shameful at first, but after 2 years of solid sobriety I started to come clean and people were surprised because I was highly functioning alcoholic but becoming vulnerable and real really connects us in such a deep way.... Peace love

[@mrs.g9888]

Thank you for being so open and sharing. It just makes me adore your spirit even more. Xoxo

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

You are so welcome 😊

[@juliacarelse1495]

You are my current inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing with your heart wide open. Wish we could meet and have a conversation. Namastay

[@sharilang9677]

Cole, thank you for sharing your story. I celebrated 4 years clean this past July. Through this beautiful journey of recovery I too found yoga, and it has helped me so much in becoming connected to my body and my higher power and learning to love and be gentle with myself the last few years. I have used your videos to be able to do yoga from my home. I had no idea you too were in recovery, but was drawn to your videos. The Universe is funny that way. I can relate to a lot of your story and appreciate your honesty and humility. Thank you so much for all you do! Namaste.

[@robbieboggs9286]

Thanks so much for your vulnerability in your words, it's inspiring to hear. I look forward to the series that you mentioned!

[@robbieboggs9286]

Wonderful, I’ve shared it with some other people that have found a path of letting go of certain habits through yoga and meditation. I just celebrated four years from the bottle, no chance I could have been as strong without these core values to start my day.

[@nikitannehill3732]

❤️thank you...your vibe is beautiful!! You would not be who you are today without your past!! Much respect!! People like me need people like you to get thru sum days that are almost unbearable!! You are helping me soooo much by sharing your story..

[@COLECHANCEYOGACCY]

You got this Niki! Indeed I wouldn't, and thank you so much for being here and witnessing my journey!

[@champion49er]

thank you for sharing your personal story. it really resonated in a positive way. the love and passion you have for the yoga practice and life in general is an inspiration, truly. godspeed and namaste, thank you!

[@susanmm]

Cole, thank you for sharing your story. I've been following your yoga videos every morning for a year now- they've led me to pick up meditation, and generally be kinder to myself. I find my inner voice is much more kind and understanding than it used to be (to myself and to others!), and I thank your videos for helping me end up here. Your beautiful, inspiring energy has transformed my life. I remember the first time I heard you say "the light and love within me bows and sees the light and love within you" at the end of a video, I felt this swell of emotion and a physical sensation in my chest. You're incredible and magic Cole, thank you so much for everything you've done for me and all these lovely other commenters

[@MelanieHenryTV]

Hi Cole, I found your videos (or they found me!) about a year ago when I had sciatica and lower back pain. I was instantly drawn to you. Your power shines through. You took 'The Hero's Journey', answered the call and came back to help others. Keep doing what you do. Your story is inspiring and beautiful. Much love always.

[@badmamjamma]

Your vulnerability is beautiful. I was already drawn to you as an instructor, but I'm also in recovery, and you sharing this strengthened that even more. How cool for all the people, in recovery or still trapped, this helps. Thank you, Cole.

[@badmamjamma]

@@COLECHANCEYOGACCY Thanks, Cole. You rock. Keep up the good fight.... And hopefully keep teaching us yoga 😁

[@sarahwhiting325]

Love and peace Cole if anyone deserves these things its you! I recognised a certain wisdom and true kindness the moment I began my first practise with you, now I know why.How fantastic that you are giving back. I have no doubt you will help so many others. Namaste, no really NAMASTE 🙏🙌🏼😊💖

[@ariare8672]

Thank you thank you thank you! In tears watching this raw and honest account of a life. Hiding it becomes such an effort in itself but openness really does set you free. Namaste.