The Unconventionals

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Astrid Merkt is a Holistic Performance Psychologist & Breathing Specialist based in Hong Kong.  

With her experience in psychology and her background in yoga and sports, Astrid explains how breath can be your superpower to access and elevate your mental and physical states and improve performance.

In this episode, we talk about the relationship between breathing, mental health, and her mission to empower and inspire people, helping them to unleash their full potential spiritually, mentally, and physically.

Links

Astrid Merkt
https://linktr.ee/StridsInspire
IG @thebreathadvantage

IG @stridsinspire

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Özlem Özkan is a Mindset coach, host of the “Bridging” podcast and author of the book “The Student”. 

After living in different countries, transitioning from teaching to the corporate world and now making a name for herself as a podcaster and entrepreneur, she definitely knows how to bring something good to a conversation.

In the episode, we talk about self-limiting beliefs and how to fight them, entrepreneurship, mental toughness, the power of taking action today and much more. 

Links

Özlem Özkan
W www.ozkanozlem.com
IG @ozkanozlem

Listen to episode with GAV THOMPSON #33 Bridging Podcast
Check out her book on Amazon The Student
Read my blog for a daily dose of new insights Özlem’s Blog

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https://www.instagram.com/theunconventionalspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/javiag__/ 

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Christian Jørgensen is a lifestyle and dating coach, whose goal is to transform his clients into the best version of themselves, shaping their perception to achieve their life goals and attracting to the opposite sex.  

Located in Denmark, Christian has recently become one of the leading references in the field of lifestyle and dating coaching in his country.  

In the episode, we talk about his upbringing, challenges with his transition into the entrepreneurial world and his passion for teaching the art of seduction.

Links

Follow us on IG: @TheUnconventionalspodcast & @javiag__  

https://www.instagram.com/theunconventionalspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/javiag__/ 

Check out Christian’s IG: 

https://www.instagram.com/christianjqrgensen/

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Cornell and Harvard graduate Dr. Thomas Patton is a Professor of Religious Studies at the City University of Hong Kong.

His love of researching about religions led him to become a Buddhist monk in Myanmar where he lived in a Temple, and spent much of his time meditating and traveling the country seeking out Buddhist wizards.

In this episode, we talk about his experiences and the things he learnt as a Buddhist monk, the influence of religion in wider society, and so much more.

He is also the author of the book “The Buddha's Wizards”  available on Amazon.

Links

Follow us on IG: @TheUnconventionalspodcast & @javiag__  

https://www.instagram.com/theunconventionalspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/javiag__/ 

Link to “The Buddha's Wizards” book in Amazon: 

https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Thomas-Nathan-Patton/dp/0231187610/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_es_US=ÅMÅŽÕÑ&dchild=1&keywords=The+Buddha%27s+Wizards%3A+Magic%2C+Protection%2C+and+Healing+in+Burmese+Buddhism&qid=1621779922&sr=8-1 

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The World champion football freestyler and member of Cirque du Soleil Pedro de Oliveira shares his life story that led him to master the art of football freestyle, until becoming a reference in the sport.

Pedro tells us about his beginnings in Brazil, competing around the world, all the way to moving to Hong Kong where he started by making a living performing in the streets of the city. 

His determination would result in an offer of a lifetime, a starring role in Cirque du Soleil where he’s part of a show called “Messi10”.

In the episode, we talk about goals, life lessons, discipline and much more. 

Links

Follow Pedro on IG:  https://www.instagram.com/pedroliveirafs/ 

Check out one of his performances: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5eyXyNXJUs&ab_channel=CirqueduSoleil

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https://www.instagram.com/theunconventionalspodcast/

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The Unconventionals Podcast captures real conversations with people who have made their way in life through non-traditional paths, risktakers who staked their future on self-determination and skill.

In an exploration of a wide variety of unusual ventures and ‘off the cuff’ professions, the Hong Kong-based and Business developer, Javier Aguilar, meets with Entrepreneurs, Artists, expats and other inspiring people who have been making a name for themselves in Hong Kong, Asia, and around the globe.

In each episode, Javier and his guests discuss the intricacies of their lifestyles, challenges and mindset, taking us on a journey through the steps that lead them to where they are today.

A Podcast for anyone looking for inspiration to create your own unconventional journey.

Follow me on: @TheUnconventionalspodcast & @javiag__  

https://www.instagram.com/theunconventionalspodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/javiag__/ 

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