Podcasts about Breathwork

What if the pain in your knees, hips, or even pelvic floor… starts at your feet?

In this episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott explore the powerful role animals play in neurodivergent lives — from emotional regulation and routine to responsibility and companionship. Sparked by Simon adopting a dog, the conversation moves through childhood memories of pets as lifelines, the unique bond many Autistic and ADHD people form with animals, and why pets often provide connection without judgment when people cannot. They also speak honestly about the realities: financial strain, PDA, sensory triggers, burnout, and the unavoidable heartbreak of loss. Rather than romanticising pet ownership, the episode balances warmth with realism — acknowledging both the regulation animals bring and the responsibility they demand.Together, they discuss:Why pets are so common in neurodivergent livesAnimals as emotional regulation, comfort, and routineBeing alone without being lonelyHow pets support motivation, structure, and daily functioningPDA, autonomy, and responsibility of pet ownershipGrief, anticipatory loss, and loving animals through ageingWhy understanding your own neurodivergence matters when choosing petsThis episode is a heartfelt, funny, and deeply human reflection on why animals mean so much to neurodivergent people — not as therapy tools, but as companions, family, and anchors in an overwhelming world.Our Sponsors:

“A woman who has fully realized her power and knows how to care for herself and her mind is not working against her— that is somebody you don't want to mess with.” —Kirsten KarchmerThe fertility conversation is louder than ever, yet clarity feels harder to find. Advice is everywhere, but most of it ignores how tired, overwhelmed, and disconnected many bodies actually are. This episode slows the noise and brings the focus back to what truly drives reproductive health.We sit down with Kirsten Karchmer, founder of Conceivable and one of the first board-certified reproductive acupuncturists in North America. After treating more than 10,000 fertility patients and navigating her own health journey, Kirsten shares how energy, stress, digestion, and daily habits shape fertility far more than quick fixes ever could.Press play to hear a refreshing, honest take on fertility, hormones, and whole-body health that puts power back where it belongs.In this episode, we cover:Why fertility struggles are increasing for both women and menHow energy, stress, and over-exercising impact hormones and cyclesThe real role of diet, sleep, and digestion in reproductive healthWhy most fertility advice fails without personalizationHow AI is being used to make fertility care more accessible and affordableWhen hormone therapy and medical interventions actually make senseHow menstrual cycles reveal deeper health patterns beyond fertilityConnect with Heather: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebook YouTubeEpisode Highlights:01:02 Meet Kirsten— Life and Mission in Women's Health07:55 Why Every Woman's Body is Different— Custom Health Matters12:31 Fertility Doctors vs Body Regulation— Where to Start First17:55 Why Fertility “Tips” Can Be Dangerous Without Personalization25:47 Does This Approach Work for Perimenopause and Aging Women?31:44 How AI is Revolutionizing Fertility and Women's Health Care38:21 Breathwork for Hormones, Stress, and Reproductive Health44:58 Reclaiming Power Over Your HealthResources:

SALE: For a limited time only, save 50% on 3-Session RTT Packages—a savings of nearly $700. Click here to book now.Click here for details.In this episode, we'll explore the first step in resolving and releasing stored trauma—creating and maintaining safety within the body.Resources + LinksBook a free 30-minute breakthrough consultation with me.Guided Hypnotherapy TrackCalm, Balanced, Peaceful Nervous System (available for purchase)BooksThe Science Backed Polyvagal Healing Workbook for Beginners*The Biology of Trauma* by Dr. Aimee ApigianThe Body Keeps the Score* by Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. ProgramsThe Foundational Journey (Begins February 2, 2026—Dr. Aimee Apigian's 6-week program to create inner safety)ResourcesMy Brain Rewired: Rewire Your Brain with the Power of Neuroplasticity (website)Jon Kabat-Zinn (mindfulness website)PsychotraumatologyTrauma Sensitive Yoga (David Emerson)PracticesYT Video: Qigong for Calming the Nervous SystemYT Video: Straw Breathing for Nervous System RegulationImprovisation ExercisesFeldenkrais Method (Mindful Movement)Somatic and Sensorimotor PsychotherapyArticles6 Neuroplasticity Exercises for Anxiety Relief by PsychCentral7 Effective Neuroplasticity Exercises for Brain Rewiring by My Brain RewiredThe Science of OM: How Chanting Calms Your Mind and BodyHow Qigong Calms the Nervous System and Transforms Stress Into VitalityBuilding Our Sense of Agency by Trauma Aware AmericaWork with me—schedule a free 30-minute breakthrough consultation today. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not substitute individual psychological advice. No AI—all content and episodes created and written by Ashley Melillo. *This is an affiliate link. Purchasing through affiliate links supports The Soul Horizon at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!

What if the most powerful tool for emotional healing, trauma release, and spiritual awakening has been inside you since birth? This week on The Skeptic Metaphysicians, we sit down with Kurtis Lee Thomas, global corporate mindfulness trainer, founder of Breathwork Detox, #1 bestselling author, and the man NASA, Nike, and The Today Show call when their people are breaking down. Kurtis doesn't preach modern spirituality fluff. He delivers physiological, neurological, and emotional transformation through a deceptively simple modality: breathing. But not the casual inhale-exhale you do every day… We're talking about a deep diaphragmatic technique capable of:Releasing stored trauma and emotional blockagesTriggering profound energy healingOpening intuitive channelsRewiring the nervous systemSupporting spiritual growth and consciousness expansionCreating the clarity needed to step into your soul purposeIf that sounds impossible, wait until you hear the stories:✔ A five-year chronic illness completely resolved in one session✔ Instant clarity and breakthroughs in people who've felt stuck for decades✔ Engineers, veterans, and skeptics experiencing Kundalini-like activations✔ A mind-bending account of spontaneous physical healing that you'll need to hear to believe Breathwork Detox isn't just breathwork, it's a full-body energetic purge designed to clear the emotional “weight” you've been carrying your entire life. Whether you're navigating your own awakening, seeking deeper consciousness, exploring intuition development, or simply trying to stop your stress from running your life, this conversation will reset your understanding of what healing can look like.IN THIS EPISODE: • Why most people breathe incorrectly, and how it blocks emotional & energetic flow • How unprocessed experiences lodge in the body and manifest as anxiety, illness, and stuckness • The exact 3-part breathing sequence used in Breathwork Detox • The science behind clarity, flow state, and shutting down the overactive mind • How breathwork triggers profound spiritual awakening experiences, even in total skeptics • Why clarity (not bliss) is the real engine of manifestation • The four types of people who benefit the MOST from this practice • Why energy healing works even for people who don't “believe” in it • How breathwork can support emotional transitions, hormonal shifts, and the stress of modern lifeWHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS If you feel overwhelmed… foggy… disconnected… stuck in old patterns… or blocked from the spiritual growth you know is possible, then you're likely carrying far more emotional residue than you realize. You don't need a guru. You don't need a plant medicine ceremony. You don't need a near-death experience to wake up. You need to clear what's standing between you and the truth already inside you. And this modality gives you the key.ABOUT OUR GUEST — KURTIS LEE THOMASFounder of Breathwork DetoxCorporate mindfulness trainer for Nike, NASA, and Fortune 500 companies#1 international bestselling authorBoard Chair of the Just Breathe FoundationGlobal teacher helping thousands detox emotional blockages, trauma, and mental overwhelmCONNECT WITH KURTIS Website: BreathworkDetox.comFree masterclass, virtual sessions, facilitator training & more inside.Subscribe, Rate & Review! If you found this episode enlightening, mind-expanding, or even just thought-provoking (see what we did there?), please take a moment to rate and review us. Your feedback helps us bring more transformative guests and topics your way! Subscribe to The Skeptic Metaphysicians on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube for more deep dives into spiritual awakening, consciousness, spirituality, metaphysical science, and mind-body evolution.Connect with Us: 

What if I told you… grace isn't earned — it's remembered?In this solo transmission, Dr. Samuel B. Lee, MD invites you into a healing frequency that transcends striving, performance, and perfectionism: the living wave of grace. This episode is an energetic transmission — a sacred reminder that you are already whole, already loved, already source, and there is nothing to fix.Dr. Lee unpacks how grace functions not as mercy or forgiveness, but as a spontaneous scalar wave — a quantum coherence event between your incarnate self and your eternal Rishi Self. He vulnerably shares how unconscious childhood patterns of performance-based love shaped his drive for achievement, and how a moment of divine grace in Kauai dissolved lifetimes of striving into stillness, spaciousness, and sacred remembering.You'll journey through powerful metaphysical insights, poetic prayers, and cosmic remembrance as Dr. Lee reveals how grace re-maps karmic imprints, stabilizes the nervous system, and returns you to the frequency of wholeness — because you couldn't mess this up even if you tried.This episode is more than words — it's an invitation to pause, soften, and become receptive to the field of grace that's already here.

SUMMARY In this episode of the "Vibe Science" podcast, host Ryan Alford and guest Kurtis Lee Thomas, a leading mindful trainer, explore the transformative power of breathwork for personal development and wellness. Kurtis shares his journey from anxiety to healing, explains how breathwork releases emotional and physical stress, and offers simple, practical techniques—like the sigh—for listeners to try. The conversation covers the science behind breathwork, its accessibility compared to yoga and meditation, and real-life success stories, empowering listeners with actionable tools to improve health, happiness, and energy through conscious breathing.   TAKEAWAYS Personal development and self-exploration The significance of breathwork in emotional and physical health Comparison of breathwork with yoga and meditation The impact of stress on health and chronic stress responses The role of intuition in decision-making and personal growth Benefits of breathwork as a healing modality The physiological effects of proper breathing techniques Accessibility of breathwork compared to other wellness practices Practical breathwork techniques for daily life The importance of mindful practices for overall well-being  

In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, Wendy Valentine sits down with Kurtis Lee Thomas, one of the world's leading corporate mindfulness and breathwork trainers, to explore how something as simple as breathing can create profound shifts in mental, emotional, and physical well-being.   Kurtis shares his personal healing journey, explains why breathwork detox is different from meditation and traditional breath practices, and shows how deep diaphragmatic breathing can help release stored stress, trauma, and anxiety—quickly and naturally.   What You'll Learn Why most people are breathing incorrectly—and how it impacts stress, anxiety, and health How deep diaphragmatic breathwork can release stored emotions and trauma The difference between breathwork detox, meditation, and maintenance breathing techniques Why breathwork can create immediate, noticeable results after just one session Simple breathing practices you can use anytime to calm your nervous system and feel more grounded  

In this heart-to-heart episode, Dr. Desiree Cassell shares a gentle and grounding message for the woman who feels stretched thin this season. If you've spent the year doing all the things — caregiving, working, running a household, or healing your body — and still feel behind, this one's for you. We talk about why your symptoms might flare during the holidays (hello stress, pressure, and tension), and how to shift into a slower, softer rhythm that actually supports pelvic floor healing and core restoration. This is your invitation to stop waiting until January to feel good again — and to embrace your body, breath, and boundaries right now. No hustle. Just healing. And one big exhale.

In Fishing Without Bait Episode 496 – *Clearing the Etch-A-Sketch: Letting Go of What Isn't Ours, we continue Part 3 of our conversation with returning guest and Clairvoyant *Santina Grace. This episode focuses on healing trauma without rewriting or reliving the past. Through grounding visualizations, breathwork, and recovery-based insights, Santina and the Fishing Without Bait team discuss how emotional experiences can be deconstructed so they no longer control our present moment. Using metaphors like clearing an Etch-A-Sketch or rooting into the earth through mindful breathing, the conversation highlights how releasing emotional energy that doesn't belong to us creates space for clarity, neutrality, and joy. We also explore recovery as a universal human process — because everyone is in recovery from something — and how honoring yourself begins with learning to listen.

In this episode, Rob Wilson breaks down how breathing, stress, and performance are actually connected and why breathwork isn't a shortcut around hard work, but a way to make hard work more sustainable.We talk about CO₂ tolerance, why panic is usually carbon dioxide and not lack of oxygen, and how high-performing athletes, fighters, and military operators can recover faster between efforts by changing how they breathe under stress.Rob explains why breathwork isn't a one-size-fits-all solution, why capacity still matters, and how coaches should adapt tools to the culture, goals, and environment of the people they're working with. We also get into nasal breathing, heart rate recovery, conditioning mistakes, jiu-jitsu, sandbags, valsalva vs breathing with load, and how intensity can sometimes be used to hide psychology.Along the way, things take a turn into AI books, Morning Glory Milking Farm, and how to “sound less fat” when you're out of shape.This episode is about making hard things easier without avoiding hard things.Follow Rob:https://www.instagram.com/thecheckenginelight/https://www.wilsonhealthandperformance.com/CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:52 - Morning Glory Milking Farm05:48 - Breath Work for Different Populations13:02 - Benefits of Nasal Breathing16:08 - Nasal Breathing Techniques18:30 - Breathing as a Superpower25:28 - CO2 Tolerance in Breathing26:18 - Efficient Breathing Strategies27:47 - Managing Breathing Costs and Reserves31:07 - Body pH Regulation and Breathing38:34 - Methylene Blue Overview43:25 - Importance of Diaphragmatic Breathing52:39 - Free Diving Techniques1:00:00 - Effects of Nasal Breathing1:02:49 - Breathing and Weightlifting1:04:10 - Breathing and Force Production1:11:24 - Good Life Proteins: Quality Meat1:17:00 - Tips to Sound Less Fat1:22:34 - Understanding 1+11:25:30 - Inspiratory Muscle Trainers Discussion1:29:56 - Where to Find BrianSpecial perks for our listeners below!

Emily Atlantis Wolf teaches women how to activate their inner compass in a six-month program called the Intuition Academy. She has helped over 3500 clients release physical and emotional pain so they can create a life based on freedom, not limitations. Atlantis has a background in civil engineering, medical massage, and master breathwork and cacao ceremony facilitation.#breathwork #reki #meditate #atlantiswolf All Episodes can be found at ⁠https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/ All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠ What we Discussed: 00:22 Who is Emily Atlantis Wolf 07:05 Finding the higher purpose of her life08:10 How did her loved ones react to her career change10:20 When did she realise she had a gift as a masseuse16:00 The other Healing Modalities she learned24:00 How to know which Kinesio Tape to use26:00 How to use the Kinesio Tape Properly29:25 My Breathwork Experience30:35 Ensuring that the brreathwork facilator knows how to deal with trauma33:00 Getting Transformed is better than getting high in a Breathwork session37:45 Ayahuasca and breathwork addictions42:00 Not everyone wants to heal44:05 Sometimes a partner can effect your addictions45:45 Something is dying before you can transform 49:30 How are the governing bodies embracing BreathworkHow to Contact Emily Atlantis Wolf https://www.atlantiswolf.com/LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/emily-atlantis-wolfIG: @DragonMedicineWomanhttps://www.instagram.com/dragonmedicinewoman/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DragonMedicineWoman------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants at ⁠https://roycoughlan.com/⁠ 

You've probably heard about top longevity treatments that athletes, biohackers, and longevity enthusiasts swear by. But what actually works? In this episode, I've compiled six powerful treatments that aren't just hype—they're backed by real science and transform how people approach aging, mitochondrial health, cognition, gut health, inflammation and more. Learn about these six therapies and the best protocols for use.    ✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/  

After a cancer diagnosis, many women find themselves living in a constant state of fight-or-flight — even long after treatment ends. Anxiety, overwhelm, shallow breathing, and feeling "on edge" can become the new normal. In this solo episode of Not Today Cancer, I'm sharing why breathwork has become one of the most powerful (and accessible) healing tools in my own journey — and why it might be exactly what your nervous system needs right now. I love meditation and truly believe in its power. But what I've realized is that many women skip calming practices altogether because they don't feel they have the time to sit quietly for 10–20 minutes. This episode is here to remind you that calming your body doesn't have to be complicated — and it doesn't have to take long. If you've been feeling anxious, overstimulated, or disconnected from your body after a diagnosis — this episode is your reminder that healing can begin with just a few slow breaths. Get my FREE Medition HERE

In this week's Mindful Mondays, Ashley Bentley explores the Circle of Control - a simple yet deeply regulating framework that helps neurodivergent nervous systems find steadiness in moments of anger, overwhelm, and emotional overload.Building on themes from recent episodes on December fatigue and nervous system regulation, Ashley shares how learning to release what is outside our control can radically change how we experience stress, reactivity, and burnout. Drawing on a powerful conversation from Episode 75 of The Neurodivergent Experience Podcast, she reflects on how the Circle of Control became one of the most effective tools her co-host Jordan has ever used for regulating anger - especially in high-stress moments like driving.This episode gently unpacks the paradox of control: how gripping too tightly to ourselves can create anxiety, while letting go of what was never ours restores clarity, agency, and calm. Through story, metaphor, and nervous-system wisdom, listeners are invited to rethink control not as domination, but as a compassionate way of choosing where attention and energy truly belong.The episode closes with a soothing Yoga Nidra–inspired practice, guiding listeners into deep rest and embodied focus - a way of experiencing the Circle of Control not just as an idea, but as a felt sense of inner steadiness.A grounding companion for anyone feeling stretched thin, reactive, or overwhelmed - and a reminder that peace often begins by carrying less.❤️ Support the ShowIf this episode resonated with you:✅ Follow or Subscribe to The Neurodivergent Experience⭐ Leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Was bedeutet es heute wirklich, Mann zu sein – jenseits von toxischer Männlichkeit und emotionaler Anpassung? In diesem tiefgehenden Gespräch sprechen Reimo und Männercoach Benjamin Wendt über fehlende Vorbilder, Vater- und Mutterdynamiken, innere Orientierungslosigkeit und die Frage, warum viele Männer ihre eigene Richtung verloren haben. Eine Einladung, Verantwortung zu übernehmen, Klarheit zu finden und sich als Mann neu auszurichten. Benjamin Wendt ist Männercoach, Mentor und sechsfacher Vater. Er begleitet Männer dabei, wieder in ihre Klarheit, emotionale Stabilität und gesunde maskuline Präsenz zu finden – in Beziehung, Familie und Beruf. Sein Fokus liegt darauf, Männer aus Orientierungslosigkeit, Anpassung und innerem Druck zurück in ihre eigene Wahrheit und Stärke zu führen. In dieser Podcastfolge erfährst du: • warum nicht zu viel, sondern zu wenig gelebte Männlichkeit viele Partnerschaften und Familien belastet • wie Vater- und Mutterprägungen dein Rollenverständnis als Mann, Partner und Vater unbewusst steuern • weshalb „Mental Load“ oft ein Symptom ist – und was es wirklich braucht, damit Frauen Männer wieder spüren können

This year I graduated with a 300 hour Breathwork training certificate. As part of this training, I carried out 24 case studies in conscious connected breathwork. In this episode I help you understand what to expect in a CCB session. I explain what conscious connected breathwork is and isn't.    I did my training with Pat Divilly on Journey The Breath  

▷ 本集精華你一直很累，未必是休息不夠，而是身體在進入一種「保護模式」。很多你以為的卡住、沒動力、想消失，並不是性格問題。當神經系統失去安全，身體會用它自己的方式讓你停下來。真正的恢復，不是更努力，而是回到身體的安全感。▷ 在本集你會聽到為什麼「一直撐著」最後會變成「整個人掉下去」身體如何用疲倦、無力、抽離來保護你為什麼很多女性會誤以為自己懶、沒用、壞掉了一個溫柔卻非常關鍵的身體引導，幫助你回到安全▷ 深度版內容你可能以為，疲倦只是生活太忙、事情太多。但身體其實有一套比意志力更古老的保護機制。有些時候，身體不是在要你「再撐一下」，而是在告訴你：「如果再不停下來，我會受傷。」這一集，我會帶你認識一種很多人從來沒有被教過的身體狀態，也是為什麼有些女性越努力，卻越感到空掉。你會開始理解，為什麼真正的恢復不是放假，而是讓身體重新感受到安全。（真正的解釋與引導，都在聲音裡。）▷ 在本集中，你會理解為什麼「累」其實是一種身體訊號安全感如何影響能量、決策與人生節奏以及為什麼身體的答案，永遠比腦袋更誠實▷ Work with Lola Lin  Apply for The Lola System™ 90 Nervous System Reset  https://lolalinocean.com/apply▷ Connect with Lola  IG｜https://www.instagram.com/lolalolalin Website｜https://lolalinocean.com

If you've been told to “just do crunches” or “engage your abs” to get a stronger core and/or pelvic floor, this episode is your wake-up call. Dr. Desiree is breaking down exactly what creates real core and pelvic floor strength — and it's not what you've seen on Instagram. We'll explore why traditional ab exercises might be making things worse, how to build strength from the inside out, and what movements you actually need to feel strong, supported, and symptom-free — without burnout. If you're navigating prolapse, incontinence, postpartum healing, or just feeling totally disconnected from your core… this episode will shift your entire approach.

In this soft stream-of-consciousness transmission, we drop into breath, presence, and embodied awareness together. This episode invites you to release the roles, expectations, and identities you've been holding — and return to the spacious you underneath it all.You'll be guided through gentle breath cues, somatic grounding, and a remembering of your divinity, sovereignty, and “onlyness.” We explore self-mastery not as mindset work, but as a field reconstruction — a repatterning of your emotional body, nervous system, and energetic architecture.Inside this episode, we explore:• the dissolving of identity + returning to your center• honoring your uniqueness and inherent worth• karmic patterns, soul lessons, and emotional density• the difference between mental reprogramming + energetic reconstruction• brain–heart coherence and nervous system repatterning• segment intending + conscious self-dialogue• non-attachment, surrender, and letting things “breathe”• tuning your body like a vessel for light codes• the Great Remembering — awakening to who you truly areThis transmission is here to help you soften, open, and realign with the highest version of you.Your presence is powerful. Your awareness is medicine.You are the YOU that the world needs. ✨✨ Download the free Wheel of Fulfillmenthttps://www.iambecomingweightless.com/

In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott respond to an Independent article exploring whether undiagnosed ADHD increases the likelihood of young people going missing — and why headlines like this often oversimplify a much deeper issue. Jordan shares raw, personal stories of repeatedly running away as a child and how abuse, zero support, and misinterpretation shaped his behaviour — not ADHD itself. Simon unpacks why articles tend to blame neurodivergence rather than the environmental failures, lack of safeguarding, and lack of understanding that actually create crisis responses.Together, they discuss:Why “ADHD made me run away” is an oversimplificationHow unsupported neurodivergent kids end up in crisisSensationalist headlines vs. lived realityThe role of schools, police, and mental health servicesHow mislabelling kids as “naughty” shapes lifelong self-worthWhy early identification and whole-profile neurodivergent understanding mattersThe urgent need for empathy-driven support systemsThis is a validating and eye-opening conversation for anyone who grew up misunderstood — and for anyone working with vulnerable neurodivergent young people today.Our Sponsors:

Send us a textWhat if your life isn't happening to you or even for you, but from you? We open Lesson 17, The Journey of the Soul, and dive straight into a bold idea: the world you see is shaped by the meanings you choose, not by forces outside your control. That shift - from reaction to authorship - changes how you relate to conflict, health, money, and relationships, and it becomes the doorway to a steadier, freer inner life.We unpack the four levels of consciousness, highlighting the subtle trap of “life happens for me” and the liberating stance of “life happens from me,” before pointing to the stillness of “life is.” From there, we get practical: thoughts show up on their own, but attention is the vote that turns them into beliefs, and beliefs quietly script your moods and actions. We talk about projection, why behavior change fails without inner work, and how to upgrade your “operating system” by choosing cleaner inputs and more truthful thoughts. The idea that “all events are neutral” challenges the ego, especially around illness and injustice, yet we share how crises can become catalysts for purpose when met with a new lens.Freedom, we argue, is closer than your breath because it's built into consciousness itself. The simple phrase “I and my Father are one” serves as an anchor, a somatic reset that brings you back to your creative center when fear flares. We explore the blank-canvas metaphor—how you can paint nightmares or masterpieces—and why empowerment replaces hero worship: no teacher can do your walking, and that's the best news you can hear. Expect stories, clear practices, and a compassionate reminder that responsibility is not blame; it's the power to choose your experience and bring love into the moment you're in.If this conversation resonates, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review on Apple or Spotify - your words help others find the show. What belief will you retire today so a wiser one can take its place?Join the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthewayofmasteryIf you'd like to support the podcast, you can donate here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thewayofmasteryIf you would like to experience Revelation Breathwork, you can get our FREE 3-part Breathwork for Beginners series here.Purchase The Way of Mastery here. (This is a link to the Shanti Christo website, not Amazon. I want to support the organization. I don't receive any commission from this.)You can purchase access to the Lesson 5 Guided Meditation Prayer that Jason recorded here for $4.44

In this episode, we slow down together for a deeply nourishing end-of-year ritual designed for women in midlife. As the Solstice approaches and the year begins to close, your body often wants softness, warmth and replenishment more than pressure or resolutions. This episode honors that need with a sensual Taoist practice called Kidney Breathing. It is one of the most restorative feminine practices for rebuilding vitality, sensuality, and emotional resilience.We begin by acknowledging what this year has asked of you and inviting your nervous system into a state of rest. Then we move into a slow, guided breathwork ritual that helps you release exhaustion and refill your inner well. This practice supports your hormonal balance, your sensual energy, your mood, and your sense of inner rootedness as you prepare for the new year.Kidney Breathing is especially powerful for women in midlife. It nourishes your yin essence, awakens your second spring energy, and helps you enter the new year grounded and deeply centered instead of force and burnout.This episode is meant to feel like a warm bath for your entire system. By the end, you will feel fuller, softer, more centered, and more ready to step into the new year from a place of grounded feminine power.Inside this episode: • Why the end of the year can feel heavy for women in midlife • Why your kidneys are key to your vitality and sensuality • How to release the emotional residue of the year • A guided short, sweet and sensual Kidney Breathing ritual • How to prepare your body for a new year with softness and intentionIf you loved this episode, share it with a friend who needs a moment of deep nourishment. And if you want to go deeper, come join me inside my mystery school where we practice these arts all year long.The Solstice presale portal is open at 50% off our normal tuition.Learn more and join us here.

Are you ready to interrupt the cycle of a racing mind and overthinking? This 10-minute breathwork session is your powerful, practical tool for an instant focus meditation and a quick nervous system reset. We guide you through a proven calming breathwork technique (Inhale 4, Hold 4, Exhale 6) specifically designed to deliver somatic relief and quickly activate your "rest and digest" state. This is an essential anxiety coping skill for managing stress and achieving immediate clarity. In this session, you will:Learn how to quickly calm your racing mind on demand. Experience a gentle, yet effective 10-minute reset for improved concentration. Find somatic relief by grounding your energy out of your thoughts and into your body. Use this breathwork for anxiety when you feel overwhelm creeping in, need a midday boost, or want to transition away from stress. Subscribe to Calming Anxiety to keep your growth journey consistent and find peace in the chaos of the world. Special Sponsor InclusionThank you for choosing Calming Anxiety! This podcast is made possible by listeners like you. For an extra dose of comfort, our partner Cozy Earth offers the most sublime bamboo bedding.Get 41% off EVERYTHING at CozyEarth.com by using the special code CALMING at checkout.Support the Show:Ad-Free Listening: Enjoy Calming Anxiety without ads at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety--4110266/supportBuy Me a Coffee: Support hosting costs at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/calminganxietyRate & Review: Leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts to help us reach more listeners!Resources & Courses:Book Hypnotherapy: Schedule a one-on-one session with Martin at https://calendar.app.google/rXHMt8sRYft5iWma8 Pain & Anxiety Course:Manage negative thoughts and pain with The Physio Crew's course at https://offers.thephysiocrew.co.uk/home-painBreathing Challenge: Try our relaxing breathing challenge at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/breathing-challenge/Gift a Subscription: Share Calming Anxiety with loved ones at https://www.martinhewlett.co.uk/shop/calming-anxiety-gift-subscription/Get the App:iOS: Download Calming Anxiety at https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/calming-anxiety/id1576159331 Android:Get it on Google Play at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=digital.waterfront.calming.anxiety&hl=en-GBConnect With Us:Email: Share feedback or requests at calminganxiety@martinhewlett.co.ukYouTube: Watch all episodes at https://www.youtube.com/c/calminganxiety?sub_confirmation=1 Social Media Support: For younger listeners struggling with social media stress, visit https://www.icanhelp.net/Backing Music: Chris Collins===================Affiliate links to the gear I use the items that give me a more tranquil life.Rode Podmic - https://amzn.to/3LN1JEdZoom Livetrak L8 - https://amzn.to/36UCIbySony ZV 1 - https://amzn.to/3JvDUPTGoPro Hero 8 Black - https://amzn.to/372rzFlDJI Mini 2 - https://amzn.to/3NQfMdY=============================Items I use for a more relaxed way of life :)Organic Pure Hemp CBD Capsules - https://amzn.to/3Ready for More Calm?Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast, featuring guided meditation, mindfulness, and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief, stress reduction, and a path toward deep relaxation. Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

Mrs. USA is back, ya'll! In this conversation, Paige Ewing shares her profound journey through grief, particularly during the holiday season. She discusses the impact of losing her father and other family members, emphasizing the importance of faith, community, and self-care in navigating grief. The dialogue explores the duality of joy and sorrow, the necessity of wrestling with emotions, and practical strategies for coping with loss. Paige also highlights the significance and the healing properties of breathwork. Ultimately, the conversation serves as a reminder that grief is a natural part of the human experience and that healing is possible through faith and support.https://www.paigeewing.studio/ Takeaways    •    Grief manifests physically in the body.    •    It's important to hold both joy and grief simultaneously.    •    Wrestling with emotions is a vital part of healing.    •    Maintaining connections with lost loved ones is possible.    •    Self-care practices are essential during grief.    •    Community support can provide validation and comfort.    •    Creating anchors in daily life helps manage grief.    •    Breathwork can aid in emotional healing.    •    Celebrating memories can keep loved ones alive in spirit.    •    Grief is a journey that requires time and patience.Chapters:00:00Navigating Grief During the Holidays03:00Personal Stories of Loss and Transformation05:54Faith and the Process of Grieving09:05The Importance of Wrestling with Emotions11:58Holding Duality: Joy and Grief15:01Rewiring the Brain After Loss17:58Maintaining Connection with Loved Ones20:52Coping Strategies for Grief23:51Celebrating Memories and Traditions26:47Self-Care and Body Awareness in Grief29:48The Role of Community and Support32:56Finding Purpose in Pain35:45Navigating the New Year After Loss38:50Creating Anchors for Stability41:51Breathwork and Healing Techniques44:41Coaching and Support for Grievers

In this festive episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott are joined by hypnotherapist and breathwork practitioner Ashley Bentley for a warm, funny, and deeply relatable conversation about navigating Christmas as autistic and ADHD adults.From sensory overwhelm to social expectations, gift-giving anxiety to family dynamics, they explore why the holiday season can feel like both the best and worst time of year — and how reframing, self-compassion, and realistic expectations can make it easier to handle.Ashley shares practical tools for preventing burnout, managing sensory input, setting boundaries, saying no without guilt, and rediscovering small moments of joy.Whether you love Christmas, dread it, or experience both at once, this episode offers grounding guidance, humour, and permission to do the season your way.They discuss:Why Christmas triggers overwhelm, burnout, and emotional whiplashSensory overload in crowds, shops, lights, and noiseReframing expectations and rewriting old holiday storiesGift-giving anxiety and navigating social pressureBoundaries, saying no, and preserving your peaceFamily dynamics, old roles, and masking at gatheringsChildhood memories, lost traditions, and reclaiming joyApproaching the season with self-kindness and realistic goalsA validating, light-hearted, and insightful look at surviving — and maybe even enjoying — a very neurodivergent Christmas.Our Sponsors:

Thank you for listening, friends! Today, Asia Jackson of Wild Mountain Breathwork in Vernon, BC shares her transformative journey through breathwork and cold plunging, detailing how these practices helped her reconnect with herself and her surroundings. In this episode, Asia discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for breathwork, the science behind it, and how it has impacted her parenting and personal relationships. She emphasizes the significance of listening to one's body and intuition, and offers advice for anyone who may be hesitant to explore breathwork. There is a profound connection between the effects of breathwork on mental health, connection, and self-discovery.If you find something in this episode helpful, please consider sharing with a friend and leaving a review. Takeaways*Breathwork can help reconnect individuals with their bodies and emotions.*Cold plunging served as a catalyst for Asia's transformation.*Breathwork allows for emotional release and healing.*The practice fosters deeper connections with oneself and others.*Parenting perspectives shift through the lens of breathwork.*Creating safe spaces is essential for effective breathwork sessions.*Breathwork can bridge the gap between science and spirituality.*Listening to one's body is crucial in the healing process.*Intuition plays a significant role in personal growth and decision-making.*Daily breathwork practices can train the nervous system for better emotional regulation.Asia took her training with Breathless Expeditions, taking both the 21 Day Nervous System reset and the facilitator training course. She also offers several free breath work tracks on her website, Wild Mountain Breathwork.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Breathwork and Personal Journey05:55 The Transformative Power of Cold Plunging11:40 Discovering Breathwork: A Path to Connection17:35 Shifts in Perception and Relationships23:19 The Science Behind Breathwork29:23 Integrating Breathwork into Daily Life34:37 Facilitating Breathwork: Observations and Experiences39:53 Intuitive Insights Through Personal Breathwork45:36 Grounding Practices for Breathwork Facilitators50:02 Advice for Newcomers to Breathworkbreathwork, cold plunging, personal growth, mindfulness, mental health, connection, parenting, facilitation, self-discovery, wellness

Most people think performance is about more reps, more data, more tech, or more intensity. But according to human performance educator Rob Wilson, the truth is far more uncomfortable: most elite performers don't actually understand their own bodies, identities, or inner signals—and it's costing them years of longevity, clarity, and resilience.In this powerful conversation, Mark Divine and Rob Wilson break down the real keys to performance longevity, emotional resilience, identity beyond your job title, and why self-awareness is the most underrated skill in elite sport, tactical teams, and everyday life.From breathwork, interoception, and spinal health… to transitions out of high-status careers… to the hidden dangers of burnout and tech dependency… this episode explores the deep work behind staying healthy, powerful, and fully human in a high-performance world.If you're an athlete, coach, operator, or leader who wants to sustain excellence without breaking your body, mind, or identity—this conversation will shift how you train, lead, and live.In this episode, you'll learn:1. Why high performers must become “problem seekers,” not just problem solvers2. How to become the observer of your own training instead of a consumer of metrics3. Why tech overload is weakening self-awareness and decision-making4. How breathwork and spinal health unlock long-term resilience5. Why identity collapse affects elite operators and athletes after transition6. How emotional intelligence amplifies performance and protects mental health7. What it really takes to prevent burnout and injury in high-stress environments8. Why ancient mind-body practices still outperform the newest fitness techJoin The Unbeatable Tribe on SkoolA leadership community for high performers who want to grow with purpose, courage, and accountability.https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutSubscribe to Mark's Leadership & Mental Toughness NewsletterWeekly insights to help you build elite resilience, discipline, and clarity.https://markdivine.com/newsletterRob Links:Website: https://www.wilsonhealthandperformance.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecheckenginelight/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-wilson-929b6a152Simplifaster.com: https://simplifaster.com/articles/author/robwilson/Mark Links: Website: https://markdivine.comThe Unbeatable Tribe: https://www.skool.com/unbeatable-mastery-tribe/aboutDivine Inspiration Newsletter: https://markdivine.com/newsletterYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markdivineofficialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdivine/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markdivineofficial/Subscribe to https://www.youtube.com/@markdivineofficial for more inspiring conversations on leadership, growth, and impact.Rate and review the show to help us reach more listeners.Share your thoughts and takeaways in the comments!#MarkDivine #RobWilson #HumanPerformance #EliteTraining #PerformanceLongevity #MentalToughness #Breathwork #Interoception #IdentityShift #LeadershipDevelopment #SpecialOperations #PeakPerformance #MindBodyTraining #ResilienceBuilding #UnbeatableMindTimestamps00:00 Introduction and Current Focus00:26 Health Monitoring Technology Debate01:02 Welcome to the Mark Divine Show01:31 Rob Wilson's Background and Achievements02:52 Challenges of Transitioning from Military Life07:21 The Importance of Pre-Resilience Training13:04 The Role of Education in Strength and Conditioning21:48 Breath Control and Interoception34:02 Understanding Contextual Shifts in Health and Longevity34:39 Injury and Burnout in High-Performance Environments35:27 The Complex System of Human Stress Load36:48 Emotional and Mental Health in Elite Performers44:20 The Importance of Empathy and Emotional Regulation48:34 Meditation and Breath Work for Integrated Health55:18 Writing and Publishing Insights01:04:21 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In episode 375 of The Physical Performance Show, Coach Lino Holler and Exercise Physiologist Alex Butchies—founders of The Breath Room—join hosts Hugh Darnell and Brad Beer to unpack the science, the soul, and the surprising simplicity behind breathwork. Known for blending physiological precision with deep nervous-system awareness, Lino and Alex explain how breath training can radically influence performance, recovery, emotional regulation, and everyday resilience. They share the models they've built for athletes, clinicians and everyday performers—equipping listeners to understand when to activate, when to regulate, when to release, and how to stay composed under pressure. This episode explores breathwork as a foundational human movement—right alongside gait—and highlights how poor breathing mechanics echo into every body system. From apnea training to flow-state access, from nervous-system overload to psychological clarity, Hugh, Lino, and Alex guide listeners through practical tools and principles that can reshape life, training, and mental wellbeing.   On instagram checkout: Lino @coachhola  AB @butschies  TBR @thebreatheroomglobal Consulting @ab_physiology   To get the TBR Master Your Breath: Personal Development course head to  https://cleanhealth.edu.au/product/online-courses/master-your-breath/   To get the Level 1 TBR Certified Breathwork Coaching course head to  https://cleanhealth.edu.au/product/online-courses/the-breathe-room-level-1/   To get 20% of either course use promo code 'AB20' at checkout   Listen in as we delve into the following: Lino & Alex's backgrounds and the origin story of The Breath Room Why breathwork is both universal and wildly misunderstood The "science and soul" model: activate, regulate, release How breath patterns influence physiology, psychology, posture, and performance Understanding flow state and how breath helps athletes access it What inefficient breathing looks and sounds like—and why it matters Nasal breathing, LSD breathing, and the dangers of skipping the basics Apnea training, CO₂ tolerance & performance crossover Assessing breathing in athletes: practical tests and markers Nervous system burnout, emotional load & modern stress physiology Training resilience: why athletes must learn to perform under pressure How to help clients (and yourself) find the "middle zone" Why 5 minutes of daily breathwork is the minimum effective dose Two practical breathwork protocols listeners can start today Quotes "If you can master your breath, you can master your life." — Lino Holler "Seek balance, not perfection. A well-balanced nervous system can go fast, slow, and always find its way back to centre." — Alex Butchies "Most people breathe all day, but not efficiently. Awareness is the gateway." "When your breath is compromised, your body will sacrifice everything else to get it back." "Breathwork is the universal tool to shift your state—faster than anything else." Timeline 00:00 – Introduction & sponsor: The Rehab Mechanics 01:15 – Hugh & Brad introduce the Breath Room founders 01:40 – The "science and soul" of breathwork 02:31 – Why breathwork is misunderstood and undervalued 03:26 – Alex's journey: connecting physiology, sport & nervous-system regulation 05:19 – Clinical insights from veterans, trauma, anxiety & PTSD 06:42 – Lino's story: sickness, burnout & finding regulation 09:41 – Breathwork, performance and the nervous system 11:03 – Breathwork for flow state: accessing presence under pressure 12:32 – Jiu-jitsu, endurance sports & composure under stress 14:39 – Everyday breathwork: LSD breathing, nasal breathing & awareness 17:02 – "Don't sit like a croissant or breathe like a French bulldog" 18:30 – Nasal breathing red flags & the mouth-taping debate 19:56 – Using breath to control transitions & race composure 21:15 – The Breath Room model: activate, regulate, release 23:40 – How the system works in training & everyday life 28:33 – Assessing breathing: tests, observations, retention walks 31:27 – CO₂ tolerance, awareness, and common pitfalls 36:31 – Life stress, emotional load & the body keeping score 38:48 – Mental performance: head noise, pressure, and elite sport 42:01 – Self-consciousness, overthinking & performance breakdown 47:12 – Training resilience: don't flee stress—learn to stay in it 48:35 – Robust versus fragile nervous systems 50:20 – Why endurance athletes must train breath 51:15 – Apnea training, head noise & physiological adaptation 53:06 – The psychology of pressure: young athletes & emotional load 56:13 – Balance, HRV & the "pendulum" model 58:05 – Minimum effective dose: 5 minutes/day 59:01 – The "brakes" metaphor: learning to shift state 01:00:29 – Two breathwork protocols listeners can apply today 01:06:11 – Final messages from Lino & Alex 01:09:12 – Listener challenge: 7-7-7 breathing & nasal-only warm-ups 01:11:02 – Breath Room Global: building a system for all people 01:17:17 – Guided 15-breath practice to close the episode 01:21:40 – Episode close & credits THE TEAM: Join the The Physical Performance Show LEARNINGS membership through weekly podcasts  here: https://www.patreon.com/TPPShow Our goal is to get you back to your Physical Best.  Find out more about Telehealth Consultations and book online. 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"If you give nature—within your own body—the right preconditions, it finds a way to thrive." — Jordan Perry In this episode, KO sits down with Jordan Perry, founder of Repose Health, a groundbreaking, integrative therapy designed to heal the gut at the root cause — not just manage symptoms. From navigating seven years of chronic illness to building a science-backed system that has helped people with IBS, Crohn's, eczema, chronic fatigue, food sensitivities, UTIs, and more, Jordan shares the full origin story behind his innovative approach. We dive into: The real role of the gut microbiome in immune health, mental clarity & inflammation Why gut issues often show up only after deeper dysfunction has already begun How the Repose system combines prebiotics, probiotics, spore-based biotics, gut-lining repair, suppository therapy, hydration, self-massage, and breathwork to create whole-system healing Why suppository-based therapy is common internationally — and why the U.S. is late to the conversation How breathwork and somatic regulation support digestive healing and nervous-system balance Why your gut may actually be your first brain — not your second What the future of personalized gut health, microbiome testing & metabolite-driven solutions looks like Jordan is currently piloting clinical programs and connecting directly with people searching for answers after years of feeling dismissed by traditional healthcare. His mission is simple: help people get their lives back. If you've struggled with chronic digestive issues, fatigue, food sensitivities, or unexplained inflammation — or you're just curious about the next frontier of wellness — this conversation is a must-listen. Time Stamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Turmeric & Tequila + sponsor shout-outs 01:10 – Introducing guest Jordan "Dozzi" Perry of Repose Health 02:00 – Jordan's upbringing: Italian restaurant roots, community, nature & creativity 04:10 – How his personal health crash led to a 7-year struggle with chronic symptoms 07:20 – Discovering the microbiome and the scientific breadcrumb trail that changed everything 09:00 – Building the first version of the Repose Health kit — and why it worked when nothing else did 11:40 – Why chronic disease isolates people + the emotional/mental toll of poor gut health 13:00 – What Repose actually is: capsules, lining repair, suppository therapy, breathwork + why it's different from probiotics 18:20 – Why suppository-based therapy matters + why other countries use it more 20:00 – Who Repose Health is for: IBS, Crohn's, eczema, chronic constipation, fatigue, food sensitivities, UTIs & more 23:10 – The gut-brain connection + why digestive issues often show up after deeper problems begin 25:30 – Breathwork, somatic healing & nervous system regulation as part of real recovery 27:00 – Your "first brain": why the gut is the true engine of human behavior & cognition 30:00 – Microbiome individuality vs. universal needs of the gut lining 33:00 – The future of gut health: personalized testing, metabolites & next-gen therapies 35:00 – Jordan on being early in the movement + how Repose is entering clinical pilot studies 37:00 – How listeners can learn more, reach out, and explore whether Repos is right for them   Jordan Dozzi- Perry: Jordan is the founder of Repose Health, a novel integrative digestive health therapy born of his own personal health journey. His self-directed research revealed to him how the gut microbiome and one's inflammation status both play critical roles in immune health and general resilience, inspiring his innovative therapeutic program that addresses root cause. With training in both science and fine art, he blends academic rigor with storytelling from his work in documentary film. When he's not building gut-health solutions or making inspiring media, you'll find him gardening, surfing, or exploring mountains by foot or splitboard. www.repose.health https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-dozzi-perry-b64655215/?skipRedirect=true @repose.health T&T DISCOUNT CODE: T&TKOA15%   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com WATCH HERE   MORE LIKE THIS: https://youtu.be/ZCFQSpFoAgI?si=Erg8_2eH8uyEgYZF   https://youtu.be/piCU9JboWuY?si=qLdhFKCGdBzuAeuI https://youtu.be/9Vs2JDzJJXk?si=dpjV31GDqTroUKWH

Tief unter der Wasseroberfläche beginnt für Freitauch-Weltrekordler Tom Sietas eine zweite Heimat – ein Ort ohne Geräusche, ohne Zeit, ohne Luft, aber voller Klarheit. In dieser Folge von From Done To Dare spricht Tom mit Arne darüber, wie er über 10 Minuten die Luft anhält, warum Atmung das direkte Steuerpult für unser Nervensystem ist und wie wir unter maximalem Druck ruhig und handlungsfähig bleiben können. Es geht um Angst und Mut, um Kontrolle und Loslassen, um Identität jenseits von Leistung und darum, wie wir durch bewusste Atmung Stress reduzieren, Resilienz aufbauen und uns selbst wieder näher kommen. Außerdem erzählt Tom, welche Rolle sein Bruder, seine Kinder und sein Buch „Deine Atmung ändert alles“ in seiner eigenen Entwicklung gespielt haben – und welche einfachen Atemtools du sofort im Alltag anwenden kannst.

I sit down with Josh Trent to explore how marriage, father wounds, and emotional epigenetics shape a man's inner world. We talk honestly about porn, anger, healing the mother wound, and what it actually takes to build emotional safety with your partner. Josh unpacks how breathwork, mentorship, and men's work helped him transform survival patterns into real love and leadership. This episode is raw, personal, and directly speaks to men who are ready to stop repeating cycles and start leading with truth.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Welcome and setup00:31 Marriage as transformation01:13 Anger toward the feminine02:26 Injuries from childhood03:37 Unsafe relationship with women04:53 Realizing wife is not mom05:37 Breaking unconscious patterns06:36 Avoiding emotional honesty08:35 Growing up with bipolar parent10:35 Creating safety by coping11:39 Being shielded from truth13:40 Moving to Hawaii14:41 Womanizing and addiction15:47 Mission to feel feelings17:34 Hungry Ghost metaphor19:08 Dysfunction in relationships21:24 Men's work and mentorship23:05 Masculine leadership26:24 Joining men's communities29:32 Emotional epigenetics33:14 Containment in relationships34:33 Safe emotional expression35:36 Relationship with other men38:13 How to communicate honestly41:51 How to open up43:52 Breathwork and embodiment46:42 Middle path for men48:51 Healing financial fear50:23 Self leadership for men53:27 Porn and disconnection55:45 Why porn hooks men58:51 Escape velocity1:03:47 Healing lineage pain1:06:55 Breaking generational cycles***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts |

If you're doing "all the things" — kegels, breathwork, core workouts, even YouTube rehab videos — and still struggling with pelvic floor symptoms, this episode is your permission slip to stop trying to figure it out alone. In this episode of The Pelvic Floor, Core & More Podcast, Dr. Desiree Cassell, Pelvic Health PT and creator of the RESTORE program, walks you through the most common signs it's time to seek out professional pelvic floor therapy and why waiting only makes it harder. From leaking and pelvic pressure to persistent pain and plateauing with progress, she shares the body's signals that it's time for a deeper level of support. Whether you're postpartum, navigating prolapse or pain, or just don't feel strong or connected in your core — there's no shame in asking for help. You deserve real answers, customized care, and freedom in your body again.

Dana Micucci redefines danger for the modern lightworker not as external threat, but as the peril of spiritual bypassing and succumbing to fear or lower collective consciousness. Unlike 20th-century internal work, the 21st-century task is active internal mastery to hold and anchor high-frequency light amidst global chaos and intense energy shifts. This internal mastery is crucial for external impact. The Lesson in Mastery: From Seeking to Embodying Truth The memoir, a sequel to Sojourns of the Soul, marks a pivotal shift: the 'lesson in mastery' is moving from seeking truth externally (via sacred travel) to embodying that truth internally. This profound shift is the foundation for applying spiritual wisdom to complex modern life, validating the current memoir as an essential guide for the lightworker journey. Ma'at: Ancient Egyptian Wisdom for the Digital Age Micucci shares the powerful ancient Egyptian principle of Ma'at (truth, balance, and cosmic order), encountered at the sacred temples of Egypt. This ancient wisdom is surprisingly practical for navigating modern issues like misinformation and polarizing technology. Ma'at serves as a vital spiritual compass for filtering digital input by aligning words, thoughts, and actions with truth and balance. Essential Spiritual Tool: Conscious Breathwork For newcomers beginning their spiritual path, the single most essential spiritual tool is conscious, focused breathwork. This simple technique instantly interrupts the fearful, egoic mind, anchors the individual in the present, and connects them to their innate power and grace. The breath is highlighted as the most accessible bridge between mind, body, and spirit. Planetary Transformation: The Challenge and The Opportunity The current period of intense planetary transformation presents two key facets from a lightworker's view: Greatest Challenge: The temptation to disconnect or fall into despair amidst global crises. Greatest Opportunity: The unprecedented acceleration of soul evolution. The current evolutionary waves force humanity to confront shadows, offering a unique chance to rapidly ascend into higher consciousness and co-create the New Earth. Trusting the Higher Guiding Force Micucci shares how a personal test or transformation—a period of loss and uncertainty—revealed that apparent "breakdown" was the higher guiding force clearing old foundations. By embracing deep surrender, she recognized the timely appearance of support as confirmation that this force was conspiring on her behalf. The Final Action Step: Radical Self-Compassion The final, practical action step Micucci hopes readers take after finishing The Years of Living Dangerously is to practice radical self-forgiveness and self-compassion. Choosing to unconditionally love the self and silence the internal critic is deemed the most profound way to 'open their hearts to the evolutionary waves of change' and become a clear channel for light. Web: http://www.danamicucci.com/ About Dana Micucci: Award-Winning Author, Spiritual Teacher & Lightworker Dana Micucci is a highly-regarded award-winning author, spiritual teacher, speaker, and healer dedicated to guiding others through planetary transformation. Her work fuses ancient wisdom with modern revelation, offering a powerful path for accelerated consciousness and soul purpose fulfillment. Dana's transcendent new spiritual memoir, The Years of Living Dangerously: Lessons from the Front Lines of a 21st-Century Lightworker, chronicles her extraordinary evolution as a lightworker. This book is a supportive roadmap for navigating the intense shifts of our time. It features: Inspirational personal revelations from sacred sites (e.g., temples of Egypt) and high-frequency power spots worldwide. An inspiring blend of ancient wisdom and practical spiritual tools. Tests, miracles, and transformations that shaped her journey of expanded awareness. Dana Micucci's Published Works In addition to her memoir, Dana is the author of other influential books that explore deep metaphysical themes: The Third Muse: A captivating metaphysical novel and time-travel mystery set in the international art world. It celebrates divine feminine wisdom, the Magdalene Order, and the healing power of love. Sojourns of the Soul: A spiritual travel memoir—a gold winner in the Nautilus Book Awards—inspired by her profound journeys to the world's most sacred sites. Global Teacher, Healer, and Shamanic Practitioner As a dynamic speaker and a seasoned teacher/practitioner of ancient mystery school wisdom, Dana Micucci conducts transformational talks, workshops, and sacred journeys worldwide. Her healing and mentoring practice is rooted in extensive shamanic training, offering a multidimensional healing vibration that: Ignites deep shifts in consciousness and expanded awareness. Fosters the recognition of your soul's purpose. Assists in accelerating a fearless journey toward wholeness, joy, and fulfillment. With grounded clarity and compassion, Dana serves as an ambassador of the New Earth consciousness. Based in Taos, New Mexico, she travels widely in sacred service. Dana also enjoyed a decades-long career as a widely published journalist, specializing in culture, travel, and spirituality. Her byline has appeared in prominent publications, including: The New York Times International Herald Tribune Chicago Tribune Spirituality & Health For more information about her books, workshops, and healing practice, visit: www.DanaMicucci.com Meet Ash Brown, the dynamic American powerhouse and motivational speaker dedicated to fueling your journey toward personal and professional success. Recognized as a trusted voice in personal development, Ash delivers uplifting energy and relatable wisdom across every platform. Why Choose Ash? Ash Brown stands out as an influential media personality due to her Authentic Optimism and commitment to providing Actionable Strategies. She equips audiences with the tools necessary to create real change and rise above challenges. Seeking inspiration? Ash Brown is your guide to turning motivation into measurable action. 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In this week's Mindful Mondays, Ashley Bentley explores the quiet emotional weight that December so often brings - especially for neurodivergent nervous systems. Through gentle storytelling, neuroscience, and ND-affirming insight, she unpacks why this season can feel overwhelming: the sensory demands, disrupted routines, family dynamics, social expectations, and the tender ache of loneliness that December can amplify.Ashley reframes exhaustion as the body's boundary, loneliness as an emotional truth, and overwhelm as a physiological response rather than a personal failing. The episode includes a Bite-Sized Buddhism reflection on dukkha, a Microdosing Meaning moment for gentle re-framing, and a winter landscape meditation to help listeners find warmth, softness, and inner steadiness in a demanding season.A compassionate companion for anyone feeling stretched thin, out of sync, or quietly overwhelmed this December.❤️ Support the ShowIf this episode resonated with you:✅ Follow or Subscribe to The Neurodivergent Experience⭐ Leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

▷ 本集精華身體安全感不是「想」出來的，而是你神經系統的狀態。心理安全（I'm okay）不等於身體安全（I feel okay）。女性更容易失去安全感，也更需要安全感。真正的成長、愛與創造力，都在「安全的神經系統」裡發生。▷ 在本集你會聽到什麼是 Somatic Safety（身體安全感）？為什麼身體缺乏安全感會破壞情緒、關係、決策女性為什麼比男性更容易失去安全感一個深度且溫柔的 Somatic Safety Reset 引導練習（女性專用）▷ 深度版內容身體安全感並不是「我覺得我應該很安全」，而是你的神經系統真正相信：「我現在是安全的」。你可以看起來很成功、很穩定、很強大，但身體裡卻依然處在緊繃、過度警覺、過度思考、過度付出的狀態。女性的大腦比男性更敏感於社交訊號與關係變動，這讓女性更容易失去安全感，也更需要更深的身體安全。當身體缺乏安全感時，你會：想太多無法停下來情緒反覆過度工作或過度付出很難做決策、很難放鬆這些不是你的個性，是你的神經系統在尋找安全。而當你的身體恢復安全感時，你自然會變得穩定、清晰、有力量、有邊界、能被愛、能休息、能創造。你不再需要透過「表現」「努力」「討好」來換取安全。▷ 在本集中，你會理解：身體安全感 vs 心理安全感神經系統如何創造「安全」或「不安全」為什麼女性特別需要 Somatic Safety以及一個帶你回到安全中心的身體練習▷ Work with Lola Lin  Apply for The Lola System™ 90 Nervous System Reset  https://lolalinocean.com/apply▷ Connect with Lola  IG｜https://www.instagram.com/lolalolalin  Website｜https://lolalinocean.com

▷ 本集精華神經系統決定你的人生品質：不是意志力，而是你的安全感與身體狀態。焦慮、累、無法休息、完美主義，其實是神經系統的求救訊號。身體不是反抗，它是保護；不是阻礙，它是方向。重生從「回到身體」開始，而不是更努力。▷ 在本集你會聽到Lola 五年的靜默期與鳳凰重生故事如何辨識「過度啟動」vs「崩塌」狀態一個 3 分鐘的 Nervous System Reset 練習Season 1：The Return 的完整旅程邀請▷ 深度版內容決定你人生品質的，一直都是你的神經系統——不是意志力、不是自律、不是動力，而是你的神經系統狀態。你以為的「問題」，其實是神經系統的求救訊號：焦慮、疲倦、暴躁、過度思考、難以休息，都不是性格問題，而是你的身體在說「我太累了」。神經系統有兩種失調狀態：過度啟動（控制、緊繃、急、完美主義）與崩塌（麻木、不想努力、想消失）。重生，是你願意聽身體說話的那一刻。你的神經系統永遠比你更早知道真相。它不是障礙，是方向；不是反抗，是保護。▷ 本集還帶你進一步理解：Lola 的五年靜默期與內在重生神經系統如何決定你能不能平靜、安全、清晰、做決策、恢復彈性如何分辨自己目前身處哪一種身體狀態神經系統重新啟動練習Season 1 如何帶你回到身體、重建神經系統、找回節奏、重新拿回人生主導權▷ Work with Lola Lin  Apply for The Lola System™ 90 Nervous System Reset  https://lolalinocean.com/apply▷ Connect with Lola  IG｜https://www.instagram.com/lolalolalin Website｜https://lolalinocean.com

▷ 本集精華過度思考不是智力問題，而是安全感問題。你不是 overthinking，你是 oversurviving。女性的過度思考，往往不是 mental problem，而是 nervous system problem。當你回到身體，頭腦自然會安靜。▷ 在本集你會聽到為什麼越聰明、越高成就的女性，越容易陷入 overthinking？過度思考真正的根源（你從來沒被這樣解釋過）女性神經系統為何更敏感、更容易進入過度警覺如何分辨：你現在是「思考太多」還是「生存本能過度啟動」？一個溫柔的 Somatic Reset，引導你回到身體、停止頭腦過載▷ 深度版內容你以為的「想太多」，其實是神經系統在拼命保護你。當你的身體不覺得安全，你的頭腦就會開始預測、分析、過度警覺 —— 不是因為你不夠好，不夠聰明，而是你活得太用力。當你重新透過身體建立安全感，overthinking 不需要被消滅，它會自然退場。▷ 本集還帶你進一步理解：為什麼 overthinking 其實是一種「過度生存」模式女性在現代社會中尤為容易進入警覺狀態以及，一個溫柔的方式（Somatic Reset 練習）帶你回到身體裡▷ Work with Lola Lin  Apply for The Lola System™ 90 Nervous System Reset  https://lolalinocean.com/apply▷ Connect with Lola  IG｜https://www.instagram.com/lolalolalin Website｜https://lolalinocean.com

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I veckans avsnitt av ”Så in i Själen” möter ni "Rosanna Holmström. Rosanna är utbildad breathwork-facilitator och föreläsare, men kanske framför allt ett levande bevis på vad som händer när man vågar släppa kontrollen och följa sin själ. Som barn och tonåring ville inte stå i centrum, hon ville mest vara ifred. Ändå fanns det en stark inre röst som viskade: ”Du ska gå din egen väg. Vid 19 års ålder köpte hon en enkelbiljett till Asien och reste ensam genom södra Asien, vilket blev starten på år av soloresor och äventyr över hela världen. Många år senare, under en plantmedicin-ceremoni i Peru, fick hon ett tydligt budskap: ”Du ska hålla space. Du ska leda. Trots rädslan valde hon att följa det som kallade på henne. Breathwork blev katalysatorn som hjälpte henne att hitta tillbaka till sin kraft och idag delar hon vidare det hon själv fått erfara. Genom åren har hon guidat i allt från mindre grupper till större sammanhang - klasser, retreats, workshops och föreläsningar. Det här är en berättelse om mod - att våga lyssna inåt, släppa kontrollen och låta livet visa vägen."Rosanna webbsida breathewithrosiee.com Rosannas instagram @breathewithrosie Få reklamfria avsnitt tidigare på Supercast: https://sainisjalen.supercast.comProducerat av Silverdrake Förlagwww.silverdrakeforlag.seRedaktör: Marcus Tigerdraakemarcus@silverdrakeforlag.seKlipp: Victoria Tigerdraakevictoria.tigerdraake@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful and heart-opening conversation, Lisa Gunshore welcomes Diane Liu Scallon—breathwork facilitator, ICF-certified coach, and former tech leader turned transformational guide. Together, they explore what it means to lead and live from the heart, and how breathwork can become a gateway to radical alignment, purpose, and personal sovereignty. With over 25 years of experience in high-level leadership, Diane brings a unique blend of structure and soul, science and spirit. This episode dives into how conscious breath can ignite inner clarity, release long-held patterns, and reconnect us to the truth of who we are. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on feminine leadership, embodied consciousness, and the journey from burnout to brilliance. Diane Liu Scallon is a breathwork facilitator, ICF-certified coach, and transformational guide with over 25 years of leadership experience in the tech industry. Passionate about heart-centered leadership and human flourishing, she empowers leaders to step into radical alignment with their authentic selves—unlocking clarity, purpose, and joy. Through dynamic pranayama breathwork sessions, Diane guides individuals on a profound inward journey of healing and awakening, reigniting their vitality and reconnecting them to their essence, truth, and power. Learn more and connect with her at www.dianeliuscallon.com Welcome to the Buddhist Biohacker Podcast, where we explore pathways to spiritual awakening, self-healing, and personal transformation. Hosted by Lisa Gunshore, a Functional Ayurveda Wellness Coach, psychic medium, and dedicated spiritual practitioner, each episode blends ancient wisdom and modern insight to guide listeners on their journey of self-realization. In every episode, we delve into four essential steps to inner transformation: Become Aware, Become Wise, Practice, and Trust. Through personal stories, expert interviews, healing techniques, listener Q&A, and weekly tarot or oracle readings, you'll find insights and practical tools for balance and empowerment in every dimension of life. Whether you're seeking to deepen your spiritual practice, navigate life's challenges, or unlock your highest potential, the Buddhist Biohacker Podcast offers a compassionate space for exploration and growth.

In this Hot Topic episode of The Neurodivergent Experience, Jordan James and Simon Scott react to a recent article claiming dogs can be “autistic” — and unpack why this framing misunderstands both animals and neurodivergence. They discuss how natural behaviours in animals get mislabelled as “autistic traits,” why deficit-based language harms autistic people, and how ableist assumptions shape research across species.Together, they explore:How research bias leads to fear-based language like “risk” and “behavioural problems”Why neurodivergence is a natural evolutionary advantage, not a deficitThe danger of reinforcing stereotypes (e.g., “cats are autistic,” “hyper dogs are ADHD”)Why splitting neurodivergence into strict labels misses the bigger pictureHow science goes wrong when it assumes autism is a negative traitThe importance of autistic-led insight in neurodivergent researchThis is a funny, fiery, and thought-provoking take on what happens when good intentions collide with bad science — and why autistic voices must guide any conversation about neurodivergence, no matter the species.Our Sponsors:

Send us a textWhat if the lifelong hunt for meaning is just a game of hide and seek—where you're both the hider and the one who finds? We dive into a radical yet simple shift: end the chase, sit for five minutes as Christ, and remember the changeless awareness that's been here all along. From that place, the ego's urgency softens, and the world stops feeling like a problem to escape.We walk through a grounded practice for joining your humanity and divinity without bypassing life's messiness. Fog on your skin, a tense commute, or a hard conversation can become sacraments when you choose presence over panic. We explore how feeling your feelings—fully and without drama—ends the reflex to numb, control, or fix. Blessing the news becomes training for nervous system steadiness and compassion, giving you the freedom to act wisely without being captured by fear. The thread running through it all is audacious: there is only God. If that's true, what is left to fear?This conversation opens a door to oneness that's practical, not precious. Forgiveness becomes workable when the “other” is recognized as your own Self in another form. Your life—work, family, health—becomes an intentional curriculum, not a punishment. Waking up doesn't erase challenges; it reframes them as material for creativity, courage, and love. Five minutes a day as Christ isn't about performance; it's a tether to truth that can reshape your attention, your choices, and your joy.If this resonates, help more seekers find it: rate the show on Spotify or Apple, leave a one-line review, and share this episode with a friend who's tired of striving. Want to go deeper together? Email hello at revelationbreathwork dot com and join the Facebook group in our show notes to raise your hand for a 2026 group program.Join the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/livingthewayofmasteryIf you'd like to support the podcast, you can donate here:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thewayofmasteryIf you would like to experience Revelation Breathwork, you can get our FREE 3-part Breathwork for Beginners series here.Purchase The Way of Mastery here. (This is a link to the Shanti Christo website, not Amazon. I want to support the organization. I don't receive any commission from this.)You can purchase access to the Lesson 5 Guided Meditation Prayer that Jason recorded here for $4.44

In this festive and empowering episode, Dr. Des unwraps her top pelvic health gift picks that actually support your core healing, confidence, and connection — whether you're shopping for yourself or the fellow powerhouse women in your life. We're talking about stocking stuffers and holiday must-haves that go beyond the fluff — tools that help you feel stronger, safer, and more supported in your body. If you're tired of guessing what you "should" be using for your pelvic floor (or have no idea where to start), this episode is your curated guide to healing-forward essentials. Dr. Des shares her go-to items she uses personally and professionally with clients inside her signature 12-week RESTORE program, and how to build a supportive toolkit that aligns with your nervous system, lifestyle, and healing timeline. Whether you're in the thick of postpartum, managing prolapse, struggling with pressure, or just want to feel more confident and embodied — this one's for you.

What if midlife isn't a crisis at all—but an initiation into your most powerful, values-aligned, soul-connected chapter?In this empowering conversation, Dr. Elizabeth O'Brien reframes midlife as a sacred season of clarity, emotional congruence, and intentional transformation. Together, we explore how midlife can become your greatest catalyst for spiritual alignment, identity renewal, and authentic abundance.Listeners will discover:Why midlife triggers such profound internal shiftsHow to recognize and work with catalysts like malaise, stuckness, or restlessnessPractical steps to realign your values and priorities with graceHow inner shifts reshape external relationships, purpose, and powerTopics Covered0:00 — Midlife Isn't a Decline… It's a Divine RealignmentRewriting the cultural myth that midlife is “over the hill.”2:34 — Breathwork, Intention & Energetic AlignmentUsing the I AM / CONSCIOUSNESS breath + 78-second Intention to create field coherence.9:44 — The Origin of The Power in the MiddleHow Dr. O'Brien's father's passing awakened a new understanding of life phases.11:23 — What Abundance Really IsWhy she defines abundance as contentment—and why striving for “happiness” can backfire.17:01 — The Catalysts of Midlife TransformationLaunching kids, professional shifts, family dynamics, and the “midlife malaise.”20:08 — Choice Points & Inner WorkElaine's stroke story and the Divine's directive: “Are you sure you're done?”21:15 — The Fear & Vulnerability Required for ChangeWhy inner and outer resistance arise when you evolve—and how to navigate both.26:25 — Your Influence on 216 Million PeopleElaine breaks down the Three Degrees of Influence Rule & your energetic impact.27:33 — The Seven-Day Mental DietA spiritual reset that rewires your perception and contribution to the collective.31:34 — Two Practical Steps to Get UnstuckValues inventory + priority ranking for intentional decision-making.39:40 — Free Gift: Midlife Exercises & Tools from Dr. O'BrienAll exercises from The Power in the Middle—available free.Key Takeaways (Skimmable Wins)· Midlife isn't a crisis; it's a calling back to your deepest values and truth.· Abundance begins with inner contentment—not external accumulation.· Discontent is a catalyst, not a problem. It signals growth and alignment.· When you change, everyone around you must change—expect turbulence and transformation.· Your energy influences three layers of your social network—over 216 million people.· Strong emotional reactions reveal where growth is ready to happen.· Values clarity is the foundation of empowered midlife reinvention.Step-by-Step Process...

Burnout and stress seem like inevitable companions of success in today's fast-paced world. But what if there was a way to navigate the entrepreneurial roller coaster with greater ease and resilience? Meditation and mindfulness are ancient practices that have tremendous benefits on well-being and performance in the modern business landscape. Oksana Esberard, a seasoned expert in mindfulness and meditation, shares invaluable insights into how these practices can revolutionize your approach to work and life. Drawing from her own experiences and client interactions, she highlights the transformative power of mindfulness in managing stress, fostering emotional intelligence, and enhancing overall well-being. In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius is joined by Oksana to uncover practical strategies for seamlessly integrating mindfulness into one's daily routine, unlocking the potential for a more balanced and fulfilling life. Together, they will share valuable insights into the power of breath work, the art of self-awareness, and the profound impact of these ancient practices on personal growth and holistic well-being. Topics include: Oksana talks about her personal journey to exploring mindfulness and meditation The importance of integrating holistic well-being practices into the business world Taking personal responsibility for creating moments of stillness and self-reflection The value of meditation as a way to disconnect from one's current state of being The role of mantras in meditation The power of breathwork in meditation and mindfulness Developing awareness and emotional regulation The impact of collective consciousness and culture on individual behavior Implementing mindfulness in organizations And other topics… Sponsored by: Aura Frames: Visit AuraFrames.com and get 45 dollars off Aura's best selling Carver Mat frame. Next Insurance: Protect your business now. Visit NEXTInsurance.com today.  Connect with Oksana: Website: https://oksanaesberard.com/  Website: https://sattva.me/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindfulness-meditation-wellness  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sattvame/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sanaesberard/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, WHOOP and Timeline. Dr. Patrick Porter, PhD joins us today to break down what brain fitness really means and why modern life is overwhelming a biological system that was never designed for today's pace. Dr. Porter explains how brain energy, neuroplasticity, breathwork, mitochondria, sleep architecture, stress physiology, light exposure, and daily rituals all influence our ability to think clearly, recover deeply, and perform at a high level. We explore the science behind neurogenesis, the glymphatic system, alpha and delta brainwave states, the impact of sugar and artificial sweeteners on cognitive decline, how breathing and light frequencies regulate the nervous system, and why most people are unknowingly compromising their sleep, metabolism, and cognitive output. Packed with actionable tools—from box breathing and SMR training to healthier morning routines, supplements, and digital hygiene—this episode is a masterclass on how to build a sharper brain and age better. Follow Dr. Porter @drpatrickporter Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:17 – Neuropruning, neurogenesis & brain voltage explained 01:18 – Why puzzles aren't brain fitness & the need for recovery 02:02 – How neuroplasticity works at any age 03:08 – Challenging the myth that humans can't grow new neurons 03:28 – DNA changes every 40 seconds & mindset's effect on cellular energy 04:42 – Optimism vs. pessimism on brain health 05:31 – The impact of modern sedentary living 08:52 – Light, circadian rhythms & how the body gets biological "codes" 09:54 – Why meditation and ancient practices matter for neuroplasticity 10:44 – The brain's energy demands during sleep 11:13 – Sugar, stress & metabolic dysfunction 12:16 – Tech overload & living in a world we weren't built for 13:19 – Why exercising first thing is harmful if cortisol is high 14:04 – SMR brainwave training & preparing the brain for the day 14:31 – How to enter alpha state through psychological breathing 15:30 – Breathwork as the best pre-workout 16:03 – Memory, aging & how recall networks degrade 17:49 – How environment, food & behavior shape brain performance 18:32 – Brazil study: music + frequencies improve cognitive retention 19:21 – Intelligence is energy, not innate talent 20:42 – Hypernesia, super-memory states & learning faster 21:19 – Stress collapses the brain's energy field 22:25 – The 2 p.m. biological crash & 20-minute reboot method 23:17 – Why you shouldn't drink coffee first thing in the morning 24:05 – WHOOP data & tracking recovery 28:35 – Fire, infrared, and ancient light patterns regulating cortisol 29:06 – Box breathing & Navy SEAL stress control 30:39 – The 4-4-8 breath for nighttime relaxation 31:31 – Photobiomodulation & brainwave entrainment results 32:48 – Cold plunging, testosterone & the body's adaptive response 33:57 – Pain, opioids & training the brain to regulate pain naturally 34:23 – Why TBIs need light—not darkness—for healing 35:02 – What's wrong with modern education 35:36 – Diving deeper into sleep health: "Sleep smarter" 36:28 – Why 6.5 hours may be optimal; deep vs. REM sleep 37:20 – The glymphatic system: brain "washing cycle" 38:12 – Why dehydration & late eating disrupt deep sleep 39:33 – Tracking sleep: analyzing Chase's data 41:08 – Coal miner sleep study: 1 minute of deep sleep 42:11 – Getting to delta faster improves brain repair 42:40 – Why many people clench & never unwind during sleep 43:06 – Breath is the foundation of all emotional regulation 44:11 – Using breath to process problems & create optimism 45:21 – Dementia study: increasing brain voltage reverses symptoms 46:20 – Kids vs. adults: why adults hold stress longer 47:03 – Applying breathwork anywhere in daily life 48:31 – Addiction is one solution to infinite problems—breath creates options 49:15 – Why most affirmations don't work 50:06 – Breath + emotion alignment for manifestation 51:37 – The worst thing for brain health: doing nothing 53:12 – Sugar & artificial sweeteners destroying brain health 54:27 – Pavlov, dopamine loops & our coffee addiction 56:04 – Pandemic stress accelerated brain aging 56:49 – How breath can change immune response & resilience 58:09 – Stress, perception & mitochondrial ATP 59:20 – Red light & brain energy: mitochondria producing 32× ATP 59:55 – Nasal vs. mouth breathing for brain optimization 01:00:23 – Yogic breath, pranayama & hemisphere balancing 01:01:11 – Should you breathe through left or right nostril 01:02:55 – Stress collapses neural function under pressure 01:03:34 – Why people fear brain decline but don't act 01:06:02 – Olive oil daily reduces Alzheimer's risk 01:07:00 – The sugar epidemic: 100 lbs/year 01:07:53 – Supplements: niacin, vitamin C, omega-3s 01:09:59 – How to know if you're inflamed 01:11:49 – Lab markers to track for brain health 01:13:20 – Iron, energy & the body's magnetic fields 01:14:05 – Algae, greens & light-activated nutrient strategies 01:16:23 – Measuring progress: HRV, community, daily walking 01:17:20 – Brain health by decade & sleep hygiene after 40 01:19:20 – Digital hygiene: limit phones after 8 p.m. 01:20:28 – Designing the perfect 24 hours for brain health 01:24:25 – The power of review, gratitude & problem-solving before sleep 01:25:13 – Ever Forward ----- Episode resources: Save an additional 15% on C15:0 essential fatty acids at Fatty15.com/everforward  Save up to $60 on the WHOOP 5.0 activity tracker at Join.Whoop.com/everforward Get a FREE 3-day sample of MitoPure at Timeline.com/everforwardsample Watch and subscribe on YouTube  

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