Josh Tomeoni is a financial planner, men’s coach, and founder of Narrative Financial Group. Considering himself an Ex-Derelict, Josh works with high-earning professionals and businessmen aged 40–60 who are rebuilding after divorce or major transitions. He helps them turn scattered accounts and tax traps into a clear, executable plan that protects their kids, capital, and future. With nearly 20 years in planning and his own story of starting over, Josh blends strategy with lived experience. Author of The Gospel of an Ex-Derelict, Josh is father of three and an avid skiier and hiking enthusiast.

Website: https://exderelict.com 

Book: The Gospel of an Ex-Derelict: Fight. Fail. Rebuild by Josh Tomeoni

Eckhart Tolle

The emotions still come [in spite of mindfulness].

What's changed is not being able to control my emotions, but being able to control my response to my emotions. 

There are a lot of different breathing techniques. One that has helped me the most is the tried and true, just deep breaths. That is one of the easiest ones for me to remember.

There is also the three-two-three breathing method. That is the type of breathing you have when you would normally be crying. It allows the intensity to get out. This is the one that I do with my children. 

Book: The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle 

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Analytical people often get trapped in negative mental loops that spiral out of control.

When I blamed myself for my divorce, these intrusive thoughts felt like drowning, leading me toward self-destructive escapes.

To break this cycle, it is vital to use mindfulness to interrupt the pattern before the "domino effect" drives you toward addictive behaviors to numb the pain.