In this episode of the Embodied Voice Breathwork Podcast, I have the honor of welcoming my dear friend Rodo Escalante. Rodo’s mission is to bring simple, sustainable awareness tools to individuals struggling with neurological disorders, empowering them to find their center and live a more harmonious life. His own journey—from navigating ADHD, dyslexia, and autism to becoming a professional deep diver—led him to develop Alchemy: Rewire, a comprehensive breathwork system designed to help individuals move beyond mental limitations and into mind-heart coherence.

Rodo’s experience in freediving revealed a profound connection between breath control, neurological function, and mental clarity. By practicing controlled breath holds and CO₂ tolerance techniques, he discovered that he could achieve the same emotional and mental alignment in 20 minutes that others might seek through hours of meditation. This realization became the foundation of his method, which now serves as a bridge for others seeking alternative approaches to mental health and personal transformation.

We explore:

• Alchemy: Rewire – How Rodo’s system integrates breathwork with neuroscience to rewire the mind.
• Rodo’s personal journey – From neurodivergence to deep diving and the insights he gained along the way.
• Breathwork and mental health – How CO₂ mastery can help alleviate anxiety, depression, ADHD, and other neurological challenges.
• The science of breath control – How breathwork impacts the vagus nerve, nervous system regulation, and neuroplasticity.
• CO₂ Tolerance & Navigation – How training with elevated CO₂ levels can enhance performance, improve oxygen absorption, and strengthen neurological pathways.
• Scientific validation – Rodo’s biometric studies with MuLabs, revealing the physiological impacts of CO₂ on the prefrontal cortex, emotional regulation, and overall well-being.

Join us as we dive deep into the intersection of breathwork and neuroscience, uncovering groundbreaking techniques that can help rewire the mind, regulate the nervous system, and unlock greater resilience, presence, and self-connection. Whether you're new to breathwork or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers valuable insights into the untapped power of your own breath.

Connect with Rodo:

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/rodoalchemy

https://www.instagram.com/alchemyrewire/

Website: https://alchemyrewire.com/

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