The Mark Divine Show

This week on The Unbeatable Mind, Catherine Divine provides her riveting account of how she breathed her way through adversity after a surfing accident left her with a concussion and fractured occipital bone.    Though breathing for most is simply an automatic function of life, mastering breath control can have profound impacts on both mental and emotional states. Mark and Catherine share their valuable knowledge on techniques like box breathing, and alternate nostril breathing. Such techniques hold the power to manage stress and improve overall well-being. Together, they unpack the art of breathing and discuss its largely unrealized potential as a “free medicine” that can absolutely transform your life!  Key Takeaways: Health Benefits of Breathwork: Discover how consistent breathwork practice can bring about positive health benefits such as weight loss, and balancing the body’s energy systems.  Observations and Adjustments in Breathing: Learn how to identify and correct breathing imbalances and identify changes in nostril predominance over time and seasonal influences.  Nose Vs. Mouth Breathing: Identify the benefits of nostril breathing over mouth breathing, and the relevance of the body’s chakras and energy systems.  Breath Control: Hear Catherine’s personal account of using breath control to manage her recovery after a surfing accident.    Catherine Divine is a leadership coach, author, and yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience helping leaders unlock their full potential. Coauthor of Kokoro Yoga with her stepfather, Mark Divine, and author of Sacred Silence, Catherine holds a Master’s in Transformative Leadership from CIIS and is pursuing a PhD in East-West Psychology. As a Master Unbeatable Mind Coach, she has trained C-suite executives, Special Ops candidates, and high-performance leaders, guiding them to integrate mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and resilience. Catherine combines intuitive healing with strategic insight to help leaders overcome challenges, heal from trauma, and strengthen their mind-body-soul connection.  Catherine’s Links:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinec1/  Kokoro Yoga: https://unbeatablemind.com/kokoro-yoga/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatherineDivineYoga/   Sponsors and Promotions: Lumen: Go to Lumen.Me/DIVINE for an exclusive 20% off your Lumen purchase!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Take a journey through the academic side of bravery with CEO and founder of Breakthrough Leadership Group, Jill Schulman. This week on The Unbeatable Mind, Jill Schulman reflects on her training to become a Marine officer and the physical and mental challenges that came with it. Her journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and a growth mindset.  Drawing on her academic research, Jill breaks down bravery into three crucial elements: self-belief, brave actions, and supportive relations, emphasizing the creation of a “brave tribe.” Is bravery an inherent trait—-or a skill that can be developed? Jill Schulman explores the answer to this question as well as the intricacies of bravery, leadership, and teamwork.  Whilst investigating the blend of academic knowledge and practical leadership, Jill dives into the role of cultural perspectives on individualism and vulnerability in human achievement.  Key Takeaways: Academic & Military Perspectives On Bravery: Hear success stories of the military having fostered bravery, and of the unfortunate lack of academic research on teaching bravery.  Cultural Perspectives on Bravery: Compare traditional views on bravery, from an individualist perspective and how cultural perceptions can affect  one’s willingness to be open.  Optimism Vs. Toxic Positivity: Understand the importance of experiencing both the highs and lows in life, and learn how to promote a realistic yet mindset without sacrificing optimism.  Authenticity in Leadership: Discover the crucial role displaying vulnerability has in displaying effective leadership.    Jill Schulman is the founder and CEO of Breakthrough Leadership Group, LLC, a leadership and organizational development company that empowers leaders to break through to unprecedented levels of performance through talent development. She delivers engaging growth and development experiences for people that make an impact on their personal and professional success. She brings passion, energy and fun to the serious business of leadership development and team effectiveness.  She is also the Co-Founder and Chief Firestarter at IGnITE Innovation, LLC, a consulting service which seeks to demystify innovation through all levels of an organization so that all members have the capacity to innovate.  Sponsors: Momentous: If you're interested in making a true investment in your health, why not join the best in human performance and be part of the change in raising the bar on supplements. Just go to https://www.livemomentous.com/en-ca?pb=0 and use code DIVINE for 20% off your new routine today.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The concepts of death and rebirth aren’t ones that most people may be intimately familiar with, but this week’s guest on The Unbeatable Mind, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor certainly is. A Harvard trained neuroscientist, Dr. Jill discusses her traumatic brain hemorrhage that silenced her left brain's functioning, catapulting her into a state of right-brain consciousness.     Exploring the intricate dance between the right and left brain hemispheres, ego, individuality and the collective human experience, Jill dives into the principles of what she calls “whole brain living”, sharing her unique perspective on balancing four distinct characters within us—-each rooted in different brain capacities.    Shedding light on the transformative potential of embracing one’s duality, managing ego, and achieving a state of contextual awareness, Dr. Jill highlights important topics that not only hold to power to heal individuals, but revolutionize society.    Key Takeaways: Jill Bolte Taylor’s Stroke: Listen to Jill recount her experience with having a major hemorrhagic stroke at the age of 37 and her eight year recovery process.  Right Vs. Left Brain Hemispheres: Learn about the difference between the present moment focus of the right brain versus the individual perception of the left.  Whole Brain Living: Learn about how Jill categorizes the brain into “four character” groups—and how she negotiates time between characters for a balanced life.  Ego and Consciousness: Discover the role of ego in establishing individuality, language, and time perception.   Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage (AVM) in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book in the category Stroke in the Amazon marketplace.   Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, as well as corporations and not-for-profit organizations about the beauty of our human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma, but how we can purposely choose to live a more flexible, resilient, and satisfying life. Dr. Jill’s Links:  Website: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-bolte-taylor-723870218/   Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DrJillBolteTaylor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillboltetaylor  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHfUhV_xjrJLPiLZSlTRNvg   Sponsors: Momentous: If you're interested in making a true investment in your health, why not join the best in human performance and be part of the change in raising the bar on supplements. Just go to https://www.livemomentous.com/en-ca?pb=0 and use code DIVINE for 20% off your new routine today. Indeed: Change the way you hire with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit from Indeed when you go to Indeed.com/DIVINE and tell them where you heard about them.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Breathwork. Its transformative power can’t be understated, nor can its potential to be combined with countless facets of life. From creativity, sexuality, and even the corporate world, the benefits of breathwork are seemingly endless—-and perhaps no one knows this better than today’s guest, Kurtis Lee.    This week on The Unbeatable Mind, Kurtis Lee shares his incredible journey of healing and self-discovery through breathwork—a tool that not only alleviated his long-standing stomach pain, but allowed for profound spiritual and emotional growth. Exploring the shortcomings of traditional treatments like ayahuasca or fasting, Kurtis details how one intense breathwork session in Los Angeles marked a new beginning in his healing journey.    Through the intricate balance of physical health with these advanced meditative practices, the interconnection between body, brain, and mind, and the importance of foundational health, Kurtis paints a highly detailed picture of what it takes to become a seasoned breathwork practitioner.    Key Takeaways: Kundalini Healing & Energetics: Hear about Kurtis’s prolonged, challenging Kundalini awakening, and learn about the dangers associated with one.  Foundational Health Practices: Discover how laying the foundation for one's health is a must before diving into any advanced practices.  Creativity, Sexuality, and Chakras: Listen to how sexual energy can be transmuted for increased creativity—-and learn of the Chakras and their associated blockages.  Customized Practices and Integration: Learn how breathwork can be applied to a myriad of other areas in life—or even with popular and legally rising substances like psychedelics.    Kurtis Lee Thomas is the #1 international best-selling author of the book, THE WORLD IS YOURS, THE AWAKENING-The Secrets behind “The Secret”. He's a world-class keynote speaker and corporate mindfulness trainer who has spoken at the largest consciousness expos in the world, some of the top colleges, and fortune 500 companies.   Kurtis is a mindfulness mentor who focuses on awakening the best in people. He’s dedicated his career to the powerful communion mind and body by improving mental health, eradicating stress, and lifting spirits in the workplace to improve creativity and productivity. He's been seen in photos with everyone from Oprah, Tony Robbins, Beyonce, Kayne West, Jessica Alba, Deepak Chopra, Sir Richard Branson, Snoop Dogg, and Steve Forbes, founder of Forbes Magazine. Kurtis’s Links:  Website: https://www.breathworkdetox.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manfromthestars/   Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/KurtisLeeThomas/  Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/manfromthestars/?hl=en    Sponsors and Promotions: Momentous If you're interested in making a true investment in your health, why not join the best in human performance and be part of the change in raising the bar on supplements. Just go to  https://www.livemomentous.com/en-ca?pb=0 and use code DIVINE for 20% off your new routine today.    Indeed Change the way you hire with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit from Indeed when you go to Indeed.com/DIVINE and tell them where you heard about them.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nicole LePera, a holistic psychologist and author of the NYT bestseller "How to Do the Work," shares her insights on bridging mind, body, and spirit for genuine healing. She recounts her personal journey from feeling empty at the height of her career to discovering deep transformation in her life. Codependency, shaped by childhood experiences, is a central theme, encouraging listeners to pursue inner work over external validation. LePera highlights the limitations of traditional therapy and advocates for holistic practices that foster emotional awareness and healing.

Catherine Divine, a seasoned leadership coach, author, and yoga instructor, joins Mark to explore the life-changing potential of breathwork. They discuss how mastering breath can enhance mental clarity and regulate the nervous system. Catherine debunks myths around high-intensity breathwork, emphasizing mindful techniques instead. The duo highlights practical exercises like nostril breathing and the importance of grounding practices, bridging ancient traditions with modern wellness. Their insights provide valuable guidance for integrating breath into daily life.

Gabriel Charalambides, an aerospace engineer and founder of Odyssey, shares insights into the transformative world of psychedelics and meditation. He reveals how both practices can facilitate similar brain activity, enhancing mental health benefits like kindness and compassion. Gabriel discusses his journey from engineering to leading safe psilocybin retreats, the importance of screening participants, and the evolving legal landscape surrounding psychedelics. The conversation uncovers the profound potential these experiences hold for healing and personal growth.

Sam Wilkins, an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Yale, unpacks the intricate links between free will, personal growth, and human nature. He delves into pre-birth choices and how our experiences shape our lives. Wilkins explores the dark sides of technology, comparing social media addiction to alcohol dependency, while emphasizing the importance of meaningful relationships over material pursuits. With insights from his field, he discusses how embracing challenges can foster resilience and a deeper sense of purpose.

Believe it or not, there is such a thing as toxic positivity. This week, join Mark and Catherine Divine as they dive deep into the intricacies of emotional development, mindfulness, and balancing positivity with emotional challenges and growth. Together, they illuminate how life, viewed from an absolute perspective, resembles a dream-like experience, allowing one to detach from past traumas and conditioning. Mark reveals his emotional growth strategies, emphasizing the importance of meditation, acknowledging emotions without judgment, and the dangers of suppressing negative feelings. Catherine shares compelling personal insights that shed light on the struggle of maintaining the facade of constant positivity in both professional and personal life. Through engaging discussions and unique insights, this episode promises to guide you towards embracing authenticity, understanding emotional triggers, and fostering genuine well-being.  Mark and Catherine also discuss: The danger of false Gurus The path to spiritual maturity The future of leadership development The reality behind social media positivity The importance of authenticity and vulnerability The current Epidemic of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues Catherine Divine is a seasoned yoga instructor and coauthor of Kokoro Yoga with her stepfather, Mark Divine. With two decades of experience in teaching yoga, meditation, and leadership, she holds a Master’s Degree in Transformative Leadership from CIIS and is currently pursuing a PhD in East-West Psychology. As a Master Unbeatable Mind Coach, Catherine has worked with C-suite executives and Special Ops candidates, helping them lead more balanced lives. Her expertise includes coaching, speaking, and mentoring, all infused with her compassionate healing approach. An intuitive healer, Catherine guides individuals on their journeys toward empowerment, facilitating growth, overcoming trauma, and nurturing the mind-body-soul connection. Tune in for an enriching conversation that challenges conventional positivity and promotes true emotional health and resilience!   Sponsors: Momentous If you're interested in making a true investment in your health, why not join the best in human performance and be part of the change in raising the bar on supplements? Just go to https://www.livemomentous.com/en-ca?pb=0 and use code DIVINE for 20% off your new routine today.    Defender Ready for adventure? With a family of vehicles to choose from, you'll have the space, technology, and performance to go further than ever before. Explore the Defender lineup at https://www.LandRoverUSA.com/Defender           See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Success hinges not just on skill but also on a deep emotional connection to your goals. Meditation can reshape thought processes, enhancing decision-making and emotional control. Transforming negative self-talk into positive affirmations fosters a healthier self-image. A strong sense of purpose, resonating at an identity level, distinguishes those who thrive from those who quit. Storytelling plays a crucial role in building connections and fostering growth, emphasizing vulnerability and transformation.