BRN #70: "Middle Path Recovery Project" feat. Pawo Dorje — Evidence-Based Healing, Embracing Harm Reduction, Self-Defining Your Sobriety

<p><u>📝</u><u><strong> Episode Description:</strong></u></p><p>In this deeply personal and illuminating conversation, we welcome <strong>Pawo Dorje</strong>, a recovery coach, dharma practitioner, and the founder of the <strong>Middle Path Recovery Project (MPRP)</strong>. With nearly 15 years of lived recovery experience and decades of spiritual and personal growth, Pawo brings a grounded and compassionate voice to the world of Buddhist recovery.</p><p>From his early days navigating addiction to studying Tibetan Buddhism in Nepal, and now living and serving at <strong>Tara Mandala Retreat Center</strong>, Pawo’s story is one of courage, balance, and transformation.</p><p>Together, we explore:</p><ul><li>His path into recovery and the spiritual turning points that shaped his healing</li><li>The origins and vision behind <strong>Middle Path Recovery Project Part 1</strong> (coming August 2025)</li><li>How Buddhist teachings and modern wellness practices can co-exist in recovery work</li><li>The power of community, service, and the Middle Way<br></li></ul><p>Whether you&#39;re on your own path of recovery, seeking fresh insights into Buddhist-inspired healing, or simply curious about how spirituality and neuroscience can meet—you’ll find something meaningful here.</p><p><u>🧑‍🎓</u><u><strong> About Pawo Dorje:</strong></u></p><p><strong>Pawo Dorje</strong> is the founder and author of the <strong>Middle Path Recovery Project</strong>, a unique and integrative approach to healing that blends Buddhist philosophy, evidence-based recovery practices, harm reduction, neuroscience, and holistic wellness.</p><p>He has spent nearly 15 years walking the path of recovery and has studied with teachers such as <strong>Lama Tsultrim Allione</strong> and <strong>Adzom Gyalse Rinpoche</strong>. His journey has taken him through solo retreats, time in Nepal studying at <strong>Rangjung Yeshe Institute</strong>, and deep work in community mental health and crisis response. He currently lives at <strong>Tara Mandala</strong> in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, where he produces the weekly livestream <strong>“Lama Live!”</strong> and supports the retreat center’s online offerings and Dakini Store.</p><p>Pawo’s upcoming book, <strong>Middle Path Recovery Project Part 1</strong>, is scheduled for release in <strong>August 2025</strong>.</p><p><u>🔗</u><u><strong> Resources &amp; Links:</strong></u></p><ul><li>🌐 Website:<a href="https://middlepathrecoveryproject.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> middlepathrecoveryproject.com</a></li><li>📚 Excerpts from the book: <a href="https://middlepathrecoveryproject.com/introduction" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">MPRP Book Chapter</a></li><li>🧘 Tara Mandala Retreat Center:<a href="https://www.taramandala.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> taramandala.org</a></li><li>📺 Lama Live! Sundays with Lama Tsultrim:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/taramandala" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> YouTube/TaraMandala<br></a></li></ul><p><u>📢</u><u><strong> Stay Connected:</strong></u></p><ul><li>Follow Pawo on social media:<a href="https://instagram.com/middlepathrecovery" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> @middlepathrecovery</a> (Instagram)</li><li>Sign up for updates about the book and offerings via his website.</li></ul>