Honoring the Circle: Red Road to Wellbriety
Mindful Lotus 115 W Franklin St, Lake Elsinore, CA, United StatesWellbriety is a way of life that is sober & well, healthy and balanced, emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. It is a 12 Step program in the Native American Way where the Steps are in a Circle around the Medicine Wheel rather than in a linear way.
All are welcome, man or woman, red, yellow, black, or white. You decide if you are a member. Many different afflictions, misuse, and abuse are welcome - All recovery welcome! Spirituality is defined by the person.
Alyssa Murray, the administrative assistant at The Happier Life Project works in the background helping The Happier Life Project run smoothly. Alyssa has had both personal and professional experience working with the recovery community which provides her with a unique ability to empathize and connect with those who are affected by addiction as well as mental health conditions.
Carolina Ayala, the founder and executive director of The Happier Life Project leads the organization as a trauma-informed certified peer coach, facilitator, and advocate for the recovery community in Riverside County. Carolina’s unique approach combines her years of business administration experience with her direct experience as a justice-involved woman in long-term recovery.
A founding board member with lived experience. As an early team member of Happier Life Project, Madeline is devoted to reducing stigma around Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Disorders and helping connect people in need to resources. While pursuing a degree in Psychology, she is a Certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is constantly exploring the intersection of nature and therapy though studying family constellation therapy, equine therapy, sustainable living practices, and permaculture. Madelina Collective is a network of women around the world who collaborate with the shared goal of bringing change, inspiration, and perspective to the world through art and innovation. She is actively engaged in fostering creativity and connection amongst women from diverse backgrounds in an effort to be a light for other seekers.
Leah is first and foremost a relationship builder who recognizes the significance of working in a collaborative and welcoming environment.