Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom

This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is inspired by Rumi’s poem, The Guest House. Life throws a lot at us. We can spend energy fighting all the stuff we don’t want or like or we can meet all our visitors at the door laughing. I hope you like this practice.

Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week.

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast.

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Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and heal, growth and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident that my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learn in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury, while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

Welcome to this episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where we explore stories of connection and resilience. Today, we're joined by Kirra Michel from One Peloton, and we talk about her journey and how, by not fitting in, she found where she belongs. It's a powerful story of connection.

Disclaimer time: my executive coaching company is called Peloton Executive Coaching, and Kirra is One Peloton's yoga and meditation instructor. These are two separate companies and are unrelated, although I love their bike, and Kirra is one of my yoga instructions, as you will hear. So, we are not related; we just appreciate the connection of a strong peloton. Okay, now, back to the episode.

Conversation Highlights:

1. Life's Unfairness: A Starting Point - Kirra opens the episode with a powerful message about life's unfairness, emphasizing that while we cannot control the circumstances of our birth or the challenges we face, we can move forward with what we have. She draws upon the symbolism of the yin and yang, highlighting the balance of light and darkness in life.
2. The Journey of Self-Discovery - Kirra shares her personal story, from her battle with depression and eating disorders to her transformative journey around the world. She discusses how her experiences led her to embrace yoga and meditation, not as a physical practice but as a path to inner peace and self-awareness.
3. The Impact of Community and Sangha - We discuss the importance of community (Sangha) in the journey of healing and growth. Kirra credits her participation in Dharma Punx NYC and her connection with teacher, Josh Korda, as pivotal in her spiritual journey, offering a space for relatable, meaningful engagement with mindfulness and Buddhism.
4. Teaching with Authenticity and Vulnerability - Kirra reflects on her role as a teacher on Peloton, where she strives to make yoga and meditation relatable and accessible. She shares the challenges of connecting deeply with her audience through digital platforms and the importance of setting boundaries to preserve her well-being.
5. Living the Kintsugi Spirit - The conversation circles back to the Kintsugi philosophy, with Kirra expressing how embracing our flaws, traumas, and struggles can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life. She emphasizes the power of self-compassion, community support, and the continuous journey of self-discovery.

Key Kirra Quotes:

• "Life is unfair... Can we move forward with what we have and what you have from there?"
• "It's not the physical Asana practice that defines an advanced practitioner; it's the correlation of mindfulness, compassion, and awareness."
• "Hurt people hurt people, and heal people heal people... if my words can resonate in some way that helps you, then that's my purpose."
• "You guys water me just as much as I water you." - Kirra, on the mutual inspiration between her and her students.

Kirra's story is a testament to the transformative power of yoga and meditation, not just as practices but as pathways to understanding and accepting our true selves. Join us as we explore how to live a life that celebrates our imperfections and finds beauty in our struggles.

How to Connect with Kirra: 

Instagram | Website

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Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and heal, growth and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident that my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learn in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury, while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is inspired by the oil changes I would get for my car when I started my professional career. In this practice, we will check in with ourselves before we move forward in our journey.

Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week.

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast.

If this episode sparked something within you, please download it and share it with a friend. 

Discover how to scroll less and live more by taking my Free Smartphone Wellness Audit by clicking phone.

Did you know that stickers are wonderful visual cues to help you create healthy habits? You can get one of my free Pause Breathe Reflect sticker by clicking sticker.

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We can also connect on LinkedIn.

Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and heal, growth and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident that my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learn in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury, while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

Welcome to this episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where we explore stories of connection and resilience. Today, we're joined by Suneel Gupta, a figure once synonymous with the word "failure" in search engines but whose journey teaches us about the power of embracing challenges and finding strength in what breaks us.

Key Messages from Suneel:

• From Failure to Insight: Suneel shares his transformative journey from being labeled a failure to understanding the deep lessons embedded in his experiences. His story with Groupon and his entrepreneurial ventures teaches us about the importance of resilience and the courage to continue.
• Post-Traumatic Growth: Suneel introduces us to the concept of post-traumatic growth, a perspective that views challenges not just as obstacles to bounce back from but as opportunities for profound personal development. This idea resonates with the Kintsugi philosophy, where breaks in a bowl are mended with gold, highlighting the beauty in repair and growth from adversity.
• The Dharma of Daily Living: Drawing from his book "Everyday Dharma," Suneel discusses how finding your sacred duty, or "dharma," is less about searching outside and more about tuning into the bright spots of joy and energy in your daily life. This process helps identify one's true calling and aligns it with their actions, contributing to a fulfilling life.
• Energy Management over Time Management: A significant insight from Suneel's conversations with leaders across fields is the crucial role of managing energy, not just time. He emphasizes the importance of nurturing both fast-burning and slow-burning energy sources to sustain long-term productivity and well-being.
• Community and Connection: Suneel and I discuss the importance of building a supportive community or "sangha" that can offer both a space for vulnerability and a source of strength. They highlight how knowing who you can rely on and who can rely on you is foundational to happiness and success.

Important Quotes by Suneel:

• "It is always possible to begin again."
• "Our job...is to catch ourselves when we are at the outside of the wheel and find our way back to the center."
• "What really makes us shine are those internal habits."

Suneel Gupta's journey from facing public failure to discovering and living his dharma is a powerful reminder of the strength found in vulnerability, the wisdom in our wounds, and the endless potential for growth amidst adversity.

How to Connect with Suneel: Instagram | LinkedIn

His Book: Everyday Dharma

If this episode sparked something within you, please download it and share it with a friend. 

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Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and heal, growth and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident that my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learn in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury, while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

Mindfulness is a practice that you can do anywhere and everywhere. It’s a way of living, not just for Temples, Spas, and soul-search treks out into the desert. This week’s short practice will help you practice anywhere and everywhere that life happens.

Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week.

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast.

If this episode sparked something within you, please download it and share it with a friend. 

Discover how to scroll less and live more by taking my Free Smartphone Wellness Audit by clicking phone.

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We can also connect on LinkedIn.

Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael. I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and help them heal, grow, and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer,” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident, and my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learned in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and being overwhelmed to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

Welcome back or welcome to Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom. I had the pleasure of hosting Seth Godin, an influential thinker in the realms of marketing, entrepreneurship, and the impact of AI on mediocrity in work. Our conversation explored a myriad of topics, emphasizing the power of connection, creativity, and the courage to embrace imperfection in the pursuit of making work more meaningful and impactful.

Highlights from Our Conversation:

• The End of Average: Seth challenges the notion of being average, advocating for the pursuit of uniqueness in our endeavors. He asserts that with the right mindset and learning, anyone can transcend mediocrity and become the most interesting person in their field. "Average is being a replaceable cog in the machine... if someone seeks to be nonaverage, they can" - Seth Godin.
• AI and the Future of Work: Seth discusses the implications of artificial intelligence on routine and mediocre jobs, emphasizing the importance of elevating our work to avoid obsolescence. He believes AI will push humans towards more creative and impactful work, stating, "AI can read a wrist x-ray... That's mediocre radiology work. The job's going to go away because the x-ray is going to read itself."
• The Power of Connection: Our host Michael and Seth delve into the significance of connection, not just in personal relationships but also in making a collective impact on societal issues. Seth's initiative, the Carbon Almanac, serves as a prime example of how collaborative efforts can lead to meaningful change.
• Creating Change Through Small Acts: Seth encourages us to start small in our quest to make the world better. He believes that connecting with even just one or two like-minded individuals can spark significant transformations. "It doesn't matter how little better, we can make them better... We simply have to begin."

Key Messages:

1. Embrace the Non-Average: Strive to stand out in your field. It's not about being the best but about being uniquely impactful.
2. Adapt to the AI Era: See AI as an opportunity to focus on work that requires a human touch – creativity, empathy, and innovation.
3. Foster Connections: Whether it's for personal growth or tackling global challenges, the power of connection cannot be underestimated. Find your tribe and start making a difference.
4. Small Acts, Big Impact: Don't wait for perfect conditions to make a change. Start with small acts of kindness, creativity, or activism. Every effort counts.

Want to dive deeper into making your work more impactful and less average? Subscribe to our podcast for more inspiring conversations and actionable insights. Share this episode with your friends and to ripple the wisdom of embracing imperfection and the pursuit of significant work.

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Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael. I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and help them heal, grow, and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer,” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident, and my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learned in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and being overwhelmed to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

If your mind wanders, don’t worry. You’re officially human. Our minds wander about 50% of the time. In this week’s practice, we will allow everything to happen and let things unfold rather than trying to control things because we’re not fully in control.

Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week.

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom.

If this episode sparked something within you, please download it and share it with a friend. 

Discover how to scroll less and live more by taking my Free Smartphone Wellness Audit by clicking phone.

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We can also connect on LinkedIn.

Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael. I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and help them heal, grow, and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer,” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident, and my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learned in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and being overwhelmed to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

Welcome to Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where I take you on a reflective journey across America, sharing insights on living a life filled with resilience, success, and the courage to embrace all aspects of life. This episode, part of our open awareness segments, dives deep into personal stories, the acceptance of mortality, and the pursuit of living authentically. This week we are in Wisdom, Montana.

Key Points: 

• I delve into the profound impact of my accident on my outlook towards life and death. I share insights from Henry David Thoreau and Steve Jobs, emphasizing the importance of living authentically and not being paralyzed by the fear of death.
• A reminder to cherish each moment, pursue passions, and live without regrets. I encourage listeners to be more afraid of not living than dying, sharing personal anecdotes and the wisdom I had gained through my experiences.
• I extend an invitation to listeners to reflect on what they would regret at the end of their lives and to take purposeful action to live fully and authentically.

Quotes from the Episode: 

• "Reality wins 100% of its arguments."
• "Henry David Thoreau... 'When it's time to die, let us not discover that we have never lived.'"
• "Steve Jobs... 'Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else’s life.'"
• "Be more afraid of not living than dying."

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Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael. I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and help them heal, grow, and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer,” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident, and my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learned in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and being overwhelmed to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

When my daughters were younger we played the game, I Spy. It’s about awareness, and this short practice will help you cultivate more awareness by noticing why you spy. I hope you find it valuable.

Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week.

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom.

If this episode sparked something within you, please download it and share it with a friend. 

Discover how to scroll less and live more by taking my Free Smartphone Wellness Audit by clicking phone.

Did you know that stickers are wonderful visual cues to help you create healthy habits? You can get one of my free Pause Breathe Reflect sticker by clicking sticker.

To discover more and sign up for My RIPPLE EFFECT newsletter by clicking Ripple Effect.

We can also connect on LinkedIn.

Subscribe to be sure you don’t miss any of the micro-meditations, wellness tips, and guidance that I publish every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7:11 am. 

Thanks for being here! I appreciate you! 

Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael. I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and help them heal, grow, and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer,” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident, and my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learned in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and being overwhelmed to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.

Welcome to another powerful episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom. This week, we dive deep into the heart and mind of Danielle Cobo, a woman whose story embodies the very essence of resilience, grit, and the indomitable spirit of overcoming adversity. Join us as we explore her extraordinary journey through personal and professional upheavals and discover the lessons she's learned about perseverance, identity, and finding joy amid life's storms.

• The Beginning of the Storm : Danielle opens up about the series of life-altering events that began in 2020, including her husband's deployment, her mother's suicide, the onset of the pandemic, and a toxic work environment that led her to leave her job.
• Finding Her Footing : Amidst the chaos, Danielle shares her steps to regain control over her life, emphasizing the importance of pausing, self-reflection, and redefining success on her terms.

• On Overcoming Adversity: "It was a long journey to where I'm at today did not happen overnight... I had to learn to redefine who I was beyond my job, my title, my income."
• On the Power of Pause: "The first step I took was a pause. To really do the inner work, I knew I needed to give myself that space."

• Danielle discusses the transformative power of asking for feedback and writing her own obituary and how these exercises helped her see herself through the eyes of others and clarify her purpose and legacy.

• A New Direction: Danielle's pivot from seeking traditional employment to embracing her role as a career consultant, keynote speaker, and author.
• The Impact of Kindness: How small acts of vulnerability and asking for help led to unexpected opportunities and endorsements for her book.

• Take care of yourself, take care of your family, and then take care of your business.
• The importance of establishing boundaries and prioritizing self-care to prevent burnout.

Danielle's Book: Unstoppable Grit: Break Through the 7 Roadblocks Standing Between You and Achieving Your Goals - released Feb. 21st, 2024

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Danielle Cobo's journey is a beacon of hope and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is a path forward through resilience, community, and self-discovery. Her story encourages us to look beyond the surface, embrace our struggles as opportunities for growth, and always remember that we are stronger together.

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Let's celebrate our scars as golden symbols of resilience and strength. 

My name is Michael. I help people prevent a bad moment from turning into a bad day and help them heal, grow, and develop more resilience. 

I'm not a doctor or therapist. But I have been through the “ringer,” as they say. I was involved in a cycling accident, and my trauma team doesn’t know how I survived. Along the way, I’ve tried it all to heal and in my podcast, I share what I’ve learned in hopes that something might help you. Plus, I want to create a connection with you so you’re not alone in your journey. You’ve got this!

If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI. This is a good place to start. 

If you have a question or comment, please reach out to [email protected]. 

With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress relief. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embraces healing as a process of transformation, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and being overwhelmed to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and holistic approaches to self-care, this podcast empowers listeners to cultivate emotional resilience and live with greater balance and intention.