Have you ever been one breath away from falling apart?

At 19, I was about to perform in the most important show of my life—agents in the crowd, lights blazing, adrenaline pumping. Everything we had trained for came down to this final night. But just before the curtain call, something unexpected hit me: I couldn't breathe. Not metaphorically—literally.

In this raw and personal episode, I take you behind the scenes of a high-pressure, one-night-only performance, where exhaustion nearly knocked me out of the spotlight. You'll hear the moment I almost collapsed, how a friend's quiet support pulled me back, and how I learned to rely on the one thing we all have—our breath. Whether you're presenting in a boardroom, on stage, or leading a Zoom call, this episode is a reminder that you are never truly alone—and your breath is your secret weapon.

In this episode, we explore:

• What really happened backstage that night

• The cough that came from nowhere (and never left)

• Why breath is the first step to commanding presence

• How to stay grounded during high-stakes moments

• A simple breathwork technique you can use anywhere—even in a toilet cubicle!

If you've ever felt like the pressure was too much, this one's for you.

👉 Take a deep breath—and hit play. And if you found this helpful, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.