The Mastry Experience

In this episode, we sit down with HypnoBreathwork® coach Stephanie Madson to discuss how a difficult breakup became the unexpected catalyst for her personal and professional transformation.

Stephanie shares her journey of self-discovery, revealing how she used hypnobreathwork to process emotional pain, identify her voice, and set healthy boundaries. She reflects on her seven-year journey of being single, a period of profound self-prioritization that ultimately led her to a new fulfilling relationship.

This conversation, also featuring a brief discussion with Francesca, highlights the importance of self-reflection, compassion, and the vital role of breathwork in personal growth and modern relationship dynamics. This one is for anyone navigating a life transition, seeking to heal from heartbreak, or wanting to learn how to build a healthy partnership.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to use breathwork to process emotional pain and overcome heartbreak.
• The importance of a "single" season for self-discovery and personal growth.
• How to find and prioritize your own voice and boundaries.
• The surprising way personal healing can lead to more fulfilling relationships.
• The challenges of balancing self-growth with maintaining meaningful connections.

Connect with Stephanie Mattson:

• Instagram: @smadson @the.eudaimonia.club
• Website: stephmadson.com
• Tiktok : @smadson @the.eudaimonia.cl

Connect with Francesca Sipma & The Mastry :

• Website: francescasipma.com &  mastryexperience.com
• Instagram: @francescasipma & @mastryexperience

Timestamp Highlights:

• [00:00] - Introduction to Stephanie's story
• [04:20] - The difficult breakup that sparked her journey
• [09:15] - Discovering the power of breathwork
• [16:00] - The importance of her seven-year single journey
• [21:30] - Reclaiming her voice and boundaries
• [28:45] - Finding a fulfilling relationship with Cody
• [34:10] - Balancing personal growth with relationships
• [38:20] - Final thoughts and where to find Stephanie

This episode’s Mastry App recommendation is Self Worth under 7-Day Reset.

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This special episode introduces Andrea Kefalos, a certified HypnoBreathwork Coach, corporate trainer, and a true powerhouse of execution.

Andrea's story begins not with a grand achievement, but with a beautiful, profound realization: she is already living her dream life—a life defined by peace and purpose, not by the accumulation of possessions.

Her personal transformation is traced back to her participation in the very first cohort of the "Unblock Your Purpose" course. The intensive work she undertook during that time was life-changing: it healed old relationship wounds, affirmed her true calling, and culminated in her decision to become a certified coach herself. She speaks candidly about the self-loathing, the driven overachieving, and the pervasive scarcity mindset that once governed her life. Her breakthrough, she explains, came when breathwork became her ultimate productivity hack and source of unwavering clarity.

The episode reaches its peak when Andrea undergoes a private, custom HypnoBreathwork session designed to address her current subconscious block: the feeling that she always has to be doing instead of simply being. The identity shift that follows is powerful and immediate. By the end of the session, Andrea experiences a radical vision of her next major career step—a vision that includes a big stage, a tiny mic, and a powerful, full-circle moment of professional destiny.

• Andrea's powerful shift from a life defined by hustle and overachieving to one led by peace and purpose.
• The profound emotional breakthroughs she experienced during the original Unblock Your Purpose course.
• Why HypnoBreathwork is the ultimate productivity hack for busy professionals and entrepreneurs.
• How addressing relationship wounds (not just romantic ones) is essential for overall life clarity.
• Francesca's live coaching session with Andrea to transition from doing to being.
• Andrea's clear, post-session intuitive action step and her big vision for the future!
  

• Andrea's Unblock Your Purpose Course: Cohort launching in January 2026!
• HypnoBreathwork Session Recommendation: Check out Andrea's phenomenal Trusting Love session on the Mastery App to heal relationship wounds and connect back to your heart.
• HypnoBreathwork Teacher Training Level 2: Andrea is currently enrolled, focusing on keynote speaking and personal brand elevation!
  

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andiikayy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreakefalos/
Website:  andreakefalos.com

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Instagram: @francescasipma & @mastryexperience

• [00:00] - Introduction to The Mastry Experience
• [02:15] - Describing her Dream Life (peace and purpose)
• [04:40] - The magical experience of the first Unblock Your Purpose cohort
• [12:10] - Andrea's biggest breakthrough: Healing relationship wounds
• [16:00] - Why she decided to get certified in HypnoBreathwork
• [21:45] - The power of consistency: The difference between her first and second inner child sessions
• [26:50] - The Trusting Love session that saved Francesca's relationship
• [33:10] - Shifting the focus to Corporate Breathwork and business insights
• [37:05] - Why HypnoBreathwork is the ultimate Productivity Hack
• [41:15] - Custom HypnoBreathwork session: Releasing the need to hustle/be constantly "doing"
• [47:00] - Post-Session Insights: The vision of the big stage 
• [50:10] - Andrea's next Intuitive Action Step: Relaunching the Unblock Your Purpose course!
• [53:45] - Final thoughts and where to connect with Andrea

This episode’s Mastry App recommendation is Trusting Love  under Love.

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Welcome to the Mastery Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with licensed therapist, HypnoBreathwork® coach, and author Laurie Chapman to explore her fascinating journey from a problem-solver to an advocate for embracing discomfort.

With over 30 years of experience in psychology, Laurie shares candidly about her unique career path — from the fast-paced world of sports marketing to the deep, meaningful work of a therapist and nonprofit leader.

She reveals how she now integrates hypnobreathwork into her practice to help clients heal from trauma and enhance performance and leadership. Laurie also discusses a recent breakthrough she witnessed with her daughter during a Teen Confidence session and the critical importance of creating the right environment for creative work, including writing her upcoming book.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to navigate life's inevitable disappointments with grace, and learn to find power in the messy, uncomfortable moments.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to shift from a "fix-it" mindset to one of acceptance and growth.
• The profound impact of HypnoBreathwork on healing trauma and boosting performance.
• Lauri's personal journey of self-discovery and career evolution.
• The powerful concept of "active truth" and why it's essential for living a fulfilling life.
• Actionable tips from breathwork for procrastination to creating a dedicated space for your creative projects and goals.

Connect with Lauri Chapman:

• Website: www.lauriechapman.com 
• LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/laurie-chapman-292486

Connect with Francesca Sipma:

• Website: francescasipma.com &  mastryexperience.com
• Instagram: @francescasipma & @mastryexperience

Timestamp Highlights:

• [00:00] - Introduction to Laurie's 30 years as a therapist
• [04:15] - The shift from sports marketing to psychology
• [09:30] - Embracing discomfort: handling desire and disappointment
• [15:20] - Integrating HypnoBreathwork for trauma and performance
• [22:05] - The impact of the Teen Confidence session on her daughter
• [28:45] - Defining "active truth" and her process for writing the book
• [35:00] - Committing to dedicated time and space for her book
• [38:10] - Final takeaways

This episode’s Mastry App recommendation is Unblock under Flow.

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Welcome to the Mastery Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

The holidays are magical, but let's be honest — they can also be the biggest challenge for your boundaries! If you dread family gatherings or feel guilty saying "no," this guided session is your essential preparation kit.

This session is a powerful, three-part experience designed to fortify your emotional defenses before you need them. We use HypnoBreathwork to go beyond just talking about boundaries; we actually reprogram your nervous system to feel calm and confident when you set them.

You will be guided through:

1. Transformational Breathwork: To quickly clear the emotional tension and guilt that keeps you stuck in people-pleasing patterns.
2. Reprogramming Hypnosis: To shift subconscious beliefs that tell you it's not safe or kind to prioritize yourself.
3. Future Visioning: To mentally rehearse your ideal holiday season, where you feel grounded, confident, and supported in your choices.

The session concludes with a powerful meditation where you'll visualize the peaceful holidays you deserve and identify the single, most crucial intuitive action step you need to take right now to maintain those boundaries in real life. Get ready to have your most peaceful, authentic holiday season yet!

Important Note: Please find a comfortable, safe place to lie down for this session. This practice is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for medical or psychological advice.

In this guided session, you will:

• Learn a specific breathing technique to instantly release holiday-related stress and guilt.
• Use hypnosis to visualize your boundaries, confident and grounded.
• Walk away with a clear intuitive action step to put your new boundaries into practice.

Ready to reclaim your holiday peace? Hit play now!

Timestamp Highlights:

• [00:00] - Introduction: Why we struggle with boundaries during the holidays
• [03:15] - Preparation & Safety Instructions (Please listen first!)
• [05:00] - Guided Breathwork: Releasing Emotional Tension and Guilt
• [15:30] - Hypnosis & Subconscious Reprogramming for Confidence
• [25:00] - Visioning: Mentally Rehearsing Your Ideal, Boundary-Rich Holiday
• [35:00] - Final Grounding Meditation and Identifying Your Intuitive Action Step
• [40:00] - Conclusion
  
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Welcome to the Mastery Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Francesca sits down with her best friend Emmil Zarrugh to explore their evolving definitions of success. They challenge the conventional focus on money and materialism, redefining success through the lens of fulfillment and meaningful relationships.

Emmil shares his incredible journey from a career in data-driven Alzheimer's research to embracing the transformative power of hypnobreathwork and spiritual practices. They open up about a pivotal moment in their friendship where a conflict became a catalyst for deeper understanding and personal growth.

The two friends also discuss their shared experience studying Kabbalah with David Ghiyam, which provided them with the tools to identify and heal personal wounds. As the episode concludes, Emmil reveals his exciting plan to host a breathwork retreat in Oaxaca, designed to help others unblock their potential and elevate their lives. Francesca also shares her favorite financial literacy resources to support Emmil's ongoing growth.

This is a must-listen for anyone seeking to align their life with true purpose and build relationships rooted in authenticity.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How to redefine success beyond money and material wealth.
• The surprising journey from scientific research to spiritual practice.
• How a conflict in a relationship can lead to profound growth.
• The impact of studying Kabbalah on identifying and healing personal wounds.
• Emmil's vision for his upcoming breathwork retreat in Oaxaca.

Connect with Emmil:

• Instagram: @hypnobreathworkbyem @the.eudaimonia.club
• Tiktok: @the.eudaimonia.cl

Connect with Francesca Sipma:

• Website: francescasipma.com &  mastryexperience.com
• Instagram: @francescasipma & @mastryexperience

Timestamp Highlights:

• [00:00] - Introduction to the evolving definition of success
• [05:25] - Emmil's journey from research to spirituality
• [12:10] - How a conflict strengthened their friendship
• [18:45] - The impact of studying Kabbalah
• [25:30] - The vision for the Oaxaca breathwork retreat
• [31:00] - Francesca's financial literacy recommendations
• [35:45] - Final thoughts on purpose and authenticity

This episode’s Session recommendation is Wealth HypnoBreathwork on francescasipma.com website.

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Welcome to the Mastry Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

On this episode of The Mastry Experience, Francesca Sipma hosts Mika Beckley, a retired Air Force and Space Force leader turned certified HypnoBreathwork® Coach.

Mika shares her inspiring transition from a structured military career to a path of personal development and purpose. She reveals how HypnoBreathwork became her powerful tool for gaining clarity and finally overcoming people-pleasing tendencies that had held her back.

Mika emphasizes the critical role breathwork plays in supporting active military personnel and veterans, helping them to manage intense stress, burnout, and emotional blockages that often accompany service. We dive into her new company, Breathe with Beckley, which is dedicated to creating transformative healing experiences for the military community and beyond.

The conversation concludes with Mika's insightful intuitive action steps, including reconnecting with her femininity and her intuitive action of exploring future family plans.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Mika's personal journey from a high-stakes military role to discovering her purpose.
• How hypnobreathwork helped her overcome the pattern of people-pleasing.
• Why breathwork is an essential tool for managing stress and trauma in active duty and veterans.
• The importance of connecting with your intuition and embracing your femininity.

Connect with Mika Beckley:

• Instagram: @gamoralove11
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shamika-beckley

Connect with Francesca Sipma:

• Website:  francescasipma.com &  mastryexperience.com
• Instagram:@francescasipma & @mastryexperience

Timestamp Highlights:

• [00:00] - Introduction to Mika's background and military retirement
• [05:15] - The discovery of HypnoBreathwork
• [10:30] - How breathwork helped her overcome people-pleasing
• [16:00] - The specific benefits of breathwork for the military community
• [22:45] - The mission behind Breathe with Beckley
• [28:10] - Reconnecting with femininity and intuitive guidance
• [34:00] - Action steps for future family plans and balance
• [38:20] - Final thoughts and wrap-up

This episode’s Mastry App recommendation is Self Worth under 7-Day Reset.

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Welcome to the Mastery Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

Are you tired of those moments where a small event sends you spiraling? Do you want to stop the cycle of disproportionate emotional reactions? Then hit play and join Francesca Sipma for this deeply therapeutic, guided HypnoBreathwork® session specifically designed to dissolve your emotional triggers.

Francesca begins by explaining the core truth: triggers are simply past emotions showing up in your present reality. This isn't just a workout; it's a profound process that uses your own breath to clear out the emotional baggage.

The session combines three powerful elements: transformational breathwork to release suppressed feelings, hypnosis to reprogram those stubborn subconscious beliefs, and visioning to mentally rehearse your highest, most confident response to life's challenges.

Find a comfortable place to lie down, grab a blindfold (highly recommended!), and get ready to breathe. This is your chance to breathe out the negative emotions and visualize the confident person you truly are. We conclude with a beautiful White Light Meditation to anchor a deep sense of calm and self-assurance in your entire being.

This is more than listening—it's actively changing your relationship with yourself and the world.

How to Prepare (Please Read!):

• Find a quiet space where you can lie down comfortably for the duration of the session.
• Use a blindfold or eye mask to deepen the hypnotic and visionary state.
• Commit to the breath pattern (Francesca will guide you) to allow for emotional release.
• Do NOT operate heavy machinery while listening to this session.

In this guided session, you will experience:

• Clear instruction on the breathing pattern to release suppressed emotions.
• Subconscious reprogramming to shift your core beliefs about triggers.
• Visioning exercises to mentally rehearse your higher self's response to challenging situations.
• The White Light Meditation to anchor peace and confidence in your chest.

Ready to dive deeper?

• More Sessions: Find additional HypnoBreathwork® sessions on the Mastry App! 

Timestamp Highlights:

• [00:00] - Introduction: What emotional triggers really are
• [03:15] - Instructions and Preparation for the session (Please listen first!)
• [05:00] - Starting the Guided Breathwork to Release Suppressed Emotion
• [15:30] - Hypnosis and Subconscious Reprogramming Begins
• [25:00] - Visioning: Mentally Rehearsing Your Confident Self
• [35:00] - The White Light Meditation and Integration
• [40:00] - Conclusion and Outro

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Welcome to the Mastery Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

We all see the highlight reels of success, but what about the messy, anxious reality of building a business from scratch?

In this candid solo episode, host Francesca Sipma pulls back the curtain on the brutal, often unspoken challenges of entrepreneurship. Moving past the corporate comfort zone is tough, and Francesca doesn't shy away from sharing the emotional and financial strain it took to find her purpose as a breathwork coach.

She vulnerably recounts the reality of living paycheck to paycheck and battling intense self-doubt and financial anxiety as she pivoted careers.

This episode goes beyond tactics to focus on the essential psychological shifts: the critical balance of strategy, pure intention, and vulnerability required to build a business that actually lasts. If you're currently in the thick of the entrepreneur journey, this is the honest conversation you need to hear.

• The raw emotional and financial struggles of the early entrepreneurial days.
• How to push past crippling self-doubt when pivoting from a corporate career.
• The vital role of vulnerability and intention in social media and business building.
• Why a sustainable business requires a mix of solid strategy and pure passion.

Website: francescasipma.com & mastryexperience.com 

Instagram: @francescasipma & @mastryexperience

• [00:00] - Introduction: Why entrepreneurship is harder than it looks
• [05:10] - My journey from the corporate world to breathwork coach
• [10:45] - The reality of living paycheck to paycheck and overcoming self-doubt
• [16:30] - The strategy and intention behind my $3,500, 12-week course
• [22:00] - The $35,000 breakthrough and what it meant emotionally
• [28:15] - Balancing social media, vulnerability, and business strategy
• [34:00] - Final thoughts: Perseverance and the power of pure intention

This episode’s Mastry App recommendation is Dissolving Ego under Growth Topic.

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Welcome to the Mastery Experience, hosted by Francesca Sipma.

This show tells the truth about personal development, entrepreneurship, and what it really takes to create a a life you love. You’ll hear the breakthroughs and revelations that happen inside a single 20-minute HypnoBreathwork® session, plus unfiltered conversations with masters of their craft.

There is an efficient + tangible way to heal the past, reprogram your subconscious, get into flow state, and live your purpose.

Episodes will include:
 Interviews with masters of their craft
 Solo talks on deep inner work
 Real hypnobreathwork® sessions for your own transformation + alignment

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