In this episode of the Midlife Mavericks Podcast, I sit down with Tim Thomas, father, business owner, ex-Special Forces Commando, MMA athlete, and founder of Breathwork in Bed. Tim shares his extraordinary journey from combat zones and chronic fatigue to discovering the life-changing power of breathwork. We dive into how breath regulates stress, balances hormones, improves sleep, and reconnects men to their true power. Tim unpacks the myths around breathwork, why it’s not “woo-woo,” and how every man in midlife can use it to boost energy, reclaim peace, and lead with strength.

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Tim Thomas Website: https://breathworkinbed.com.au/

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Key Takeaways:

• Power isn’t about dominance, it’s about feeling strong, peaceful, and generous from the inside out.
• Breath outranks the thinking mind; it can switch off stress, heal, and reset the nervous system.
• Sleep is the soil thing grows out of it; men run on fumes and disconnect from their power.
• Myths around breathwork being “woo-woo” are false; it’s science-backed and performance-proven.
• Practical breathwork techniques can energise, calm, and connect men in midlife in minutes.
• Investing in yourself raises your “energetic bank account,” helping you show up better for family, work, and legacy.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Breathwork and Travel Dreams

02:52 The Power of Breathwork in Nature

05:44 Finding Purpose and Motivation

08:28 Overcoming Childhood Challenges

11:21 The Journey of Self-Discovery

13:56 Creating a Legacy Through Healing

17:04 Masculinity, Power, and Generosity

20:00 The Importance of Safety and Connection

22:39 Emotional Safety and Vulnerability

28:31 The Beginning of Breathwork Journey

29:09 The Weight of Duty and Loss

37:13 Transforming Energy: From Survival to Thriving

44:41 The Journey of Breathwork: From Rock Bottom to Recovery

52:59 The Power of Conscious Breathing

57:51 Sleep: The Foundation of Energy and Well-being

01:02:15 The Power of Breathwork

01:06:08 Breath as a Tool for Performance

01:07:42 Conscious Breathing and Empowerment

01:12:08 Breath as a Source of Energy

01:16:51 Practical Applications of Breathwork

01:17:57 Introduction to Midlife Challenges