Mindfulness Mode

Lee Holden teaches mindfulness in motion with Qigong. He is the founder and CEO of Holden QiGong. Lee is a world-renowned leader who brought the  ancient Chinese practice of Qigong to the modern world. He has been featured on 8 successful PBS shows with another 13 episodes under “Your Fountain Of Youth With Lee Holden”. The episodes were shot at a variety of scenic locations including Yosemite, Redwood National Park and Croatia. Through online and in-person courses, Lee Holden teaches individuals how to improve their life force energy. He also helps athletes by activating dormant energy through a series of breathing and meditative exercises. Lee has helped over 10,000 students break through barriers to uncover healing from injury or disease as well as maximizing energy levels and decreasing signs of aging. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.holdenqigong.com Youtube: @HoldenQigong Most Influential Person Mantak Chia (a Taoist Master; Mantak Chia is the creator of the Healing Tao, Tao Yoga, Universal Healing Tao System, and Tao Garden Health Spa & Resort) Effect On Emotions Oh, mindfulness gets me out of my head so that I don't stack emotions on top of emotions on top of emotions. I can feel the emotion. I can drop into the moment. And then what I do is do something called transforming negative emotions. Neutralizing them into being centered in the moment Thoughts On Breathing Breath is life. I mean, breath is chi. When you take a deep breath. You are bringing energy into your body and that was what sustains and keeps you alive. You breathe about 20, 000 times a day, but not all of those breaths are equal. So if you're breathing shallow, you're sending a message to your nervous system; I'm stressed out. If you breathe deep and full, you're sending a message to your nervous system; I'm relaxed. So slow, deep breathing and being attentive to your breath is going to bring you into the moment. It's going to clear stress out of your nervous system and you're going to be more grounded and balanced.   Bullying Story Raising four daughters, aged 3 to 15, exposes me to diverse forms of bullying. It goes beyond mere exclusion or name-calling; it involves clashes of opinions. When one of my older girls faced criticism over her political stance, I emphasized empathy and a broader outlook. We actively stepped into each other's perspectives, cultivating empathy and understanding. The result? They mediated between friends with differing views, diffusing tensions within days. Bullying's complexity led me to advocate mindful practices like Qigong, clarifying the line between genuine threats and hurtful situations. These practices empower us to seek support confidently. Strengthened internally, asking for help becomes more accessible, enabling us to choose healthier social circles. Grounded in ourselves, solutions emerge, countering the usual sense of powerlessness in such situations. Suggested Resources Book: Breath: the New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor Book: The Power of Slow by Lee Holden (Expected to publish early 2025) App: YMAA App (I have some programs on that app) App: Insight Timer Related Episodes Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation with Dr. Jenelle Kim Shake, Stimulate, and Energize; David Weigert Rising Above Trauma With Dr. Lin Morel Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life

Professor Pete Alexander knows how to help you lighten your day. He is an author, TEDx speaker, adjunct college professor, certified Laughter  Yoga leader, and improv comedy cast member. He is also the President of the greatest interior landscaping company in the San Francisco Bay Area – Office Plants by Everything Grows. Professor Pete helps inspire his students to develop and apply key concepts of marketing specifically to their area of interest. He supports his community by helping them laugh more and stress less. Professor Pete has had significant training in neurolinguistic programming (NLP). His most recent book is called, LIGHTEN Your Day: Fast, Easy, and Effective Stress Relief For When Sh&t Happens. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: wwwPeteAlexander.com Book: LIGHTEN Your Day: Fast, Easy, and Effective Stress Relief For When Sh&t Happens by Professor Pete Alexander Most Influential Person A professor I had back when I was getting my bachelor's degree Effect On Emotions I used to react immediately and usually in a negative way. And so mindfulness now for me is going back to being in the present. And there's a note on my monitor that basically reminds me, do not believe your thoughts  because if we get wrapped up in all of our emotions,  we potentially are going to say the wrong thing. And so being mindful and being present helps. And sometimes we say the words wrong. We can't get them back. It's too late. Thoughts On Breathing I like to call it the box method. So if we think about a square, what  to do for deep breathing, We can do deep breathing where you breathe all the way in and you make sure that if you can breathe out through your mouth. That's always the most beneficial way to breathe. With The Box Method, count to at least four or five when you breathe in.  Then count to four or five when you breathe out.  Do it for only two times each, and you will automatically start getting calmer. A visualization exercise can help you do a deep breath. Breathe in and then do a slow breath out. Go in your mind to a place where you like to relax.  You automatically start breathing slower that way. You are most likely going to be doing it in about four seconds. So, think about it as a box.   Bullying Story My story about bullying and how mindfulness would have made a difference, highlights how I dealt with a challenging coworker using the STOP method. STOP is an acronym. Stop, Take yourself away, Observe your feelings, Proceed. In a toxic open office, this person's behavior grated on me, pushing my stress levels through the roof. When he criticized someone on my team, blaming me for their mistake, I felt ready to explode. Remembering the STOP method, I walked away, took a breather, and analyzed my emotions. Stepping back helped me avoid a pointless confrontation and present a composed response later. It's crucial not to react impulsively in such situations; this method isn't just for work, it's a valuable tool for handling any confrontational person, even in personal relationships. Suggested Resources Book: LIGHTEN Your Day: Fast, Easy, and Effective Stress Relief For When Sh&t Happens by Professor Pete Alexander Book: The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing That Changes Everything by Stephen M .R. Covey App: Duolingo App to learn a language Related Episodes Laughing In The Face of COVID19; Dr. Madan Kataria Laugh, Learn and Awaken With JP Sears Laughter, Humor and Mindfulness Solo Weekend With Bruce Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life

Summer McStravick teaches Manifesting Through Flowdreaming as part of her work as a personal growth coach. She is also an author and podcaster whose works have been used worldwide to transform people's inner emotional landscapes as well as their external lives. Her latest book is called Stuff Nobody Taught You: 40 Lessons from ME School to Help You Stop Being Miserable and Start Feeling Amazing. Previously, she worked for Louise L. Hay for a decade and created HayHouseRadio.com. Summer is the creator of Flowdreaming, a mind-body technique for manifesting and growing inner emotional strength. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.flowdreaming.com Podcast: Flowdreaming Most Influential Person Eckhart Tolle, Author Effect On Emotions I begin in a state of mindfulness is alignment. Reaching a moment of a perfect and pure flow feeling. I'm moving through a state of no restrictions. There's no resistance. I mean, that's the definition of flow, the absolute lack of resistance. Think about electricity; it can flow without resistance, Or you put little resistors in and pull it back. So mindfulness and flow are synonymous to me. Thoughts On Breathing I love breathwork. It's one of my favorite practices. Real breath work where you're focusing on the breathing and nothing but the breathing. And I've had some extraordinary visions and experiences as a result of doing breathwork. When I Flowdream or go into my aligned mindfulness, getting into that state,  I often begin with breath because, in my world, everything around us is energy. It's all moving forward through time and space. So everything is in a state of action.  When I'm breathing, what I'm doing is I'm taking a little bit of the world into me. Like I'm literally taking the world into my being and then I'm expelling a little bit of my being back into the world.  So it's putting me into this. It's a really strong, synergistic loop with life. It reminds me I'm not just this little body walking around. Every moment I am contributing a bit of myself into this world and taking it into me. It's a profound feeling; a profound idea.   Bullying Story Being the odd one out as a kid led to bullying, feeling unpopular, and vastly different from my peers. Growing up in a hippie household made me stand out, and it created a divide between me and the neighborhood kids. Reflecting on those years, I realized their bullying stemmed from fear or a hidden desire for what they saw in me—being unapologetically myself. My refusal to conform triggered both admiration and intimidation. They wanted to embrace individuality but felt restricted by societal norms. Their reactions were a mix of jealousy, anger, and fear of being different. It became easier to project those emotions onto someone embodying that difference—me. It was a defense mechanism against confronting their own fears and insecurities about being unique. Suggested Resources Book: Flowdreaming: A Radical New Technique for Manifesting Anything You Want by Summer McStravick Book: Stuff Nobody Taught You: 40 Lessons from M.E.School® to Help You Stop Being Miserable and Start Feeling Amazing by Summer McStravick App: Flowdreaming App for meditation and manifesting Related Episodes Flow State Secrets; Tim Bui Lasting Happiness Secrets With TM Hoy The Entrepreneur’s Secret Shared By Business Dominatrix Arlene Battishill Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach, and hypnotist helping fast-track people like you to shed their inner bully and confidently move forward. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.

Lance Cayko is a multi-talented serial entrepreneur with an architect's mindful life vision. He is also a lecturer and podcaster with a diverse background in architecture, construction, and real estate development. He is the co-founder and partner of F9 Productions Inc., a successful design + build firm based in Longmont, Colorado. His company specializes in single-family and multi-family residential and small commercial projects. Before earning a degree in Building Construction Technology from the North Dakota State College of Science, Lance worked in nearly every trade of construction. He then continued his education and earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design and a Master of Architecture from North Dakota State University, culminating with him graduating at the top of his class and earning the coveted McKenzie Thesis Award for the most outstanding thesis project. After college, Lance worked in various architecture roles in the construction industry before co-founding F9 Productions in 2009 with his business partner Alex Gore. Since then, the company has grown a reputation for quality craftsmanship, innovative design, and exceptional customer service. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: InsidetheFirmPodcast.com Podcast: InsidetheFirmPodcast.com Most Influential Person Kanye West (Rapper) Effect On Emotions Mindfulness, to me, stems from a recent read, Holding the Calm. by Hesha Abrams. It's about embracing different ‘lives' within our lifespan stages—20s, 20-40, 40-60, and beyond. I've reached my ‘third life' at 40, prompting a focus on becoming a composed figure amidst chaos, solving problems with a stoic calmness. Thoughts On Breathing Breathing used to begin with gratitude for that initial breath, but it's slipped away. Yet, hiking strenuous mountain trails redefines it. A 17-mile trek for fishing at 11,000 feet or a seemingly easy 3-mile hike with my daughter. That is challenging for her but exhilarating for me. Climbing steep slopes, sweat-drenched, and panting, I pause, leaning against the mountainside, smiling despite the exhaustion. My daughter wonders why. It's simple—the feeling of being alive in those moments. Breathing, in those hikes, signifies unequivocal existence. The intensity of physical exertion validates life. Every breath is a confirmation of being undeniably present, alive, and vibrant.   Bullying Story My childhood bully, Jonas, fueled my drive. Instead of combating him, I channeled his negativity into motivation. I held onto the vision of future success, using his actions as a catalyst. Keeping my focus on the prize—my success in architecture, construction, and personal pursuits—kept me driven. It wasn't about fighting back; it was about harnessing that negative energy as fuel for my ambitions, letting it ignite a fire in me to excel and succeed beyond those bullying moments. Suggested Resources Book: Holding the Calm: The Secret to Resolving Conflict and Defusing Tension by Hesha Abrams Book: Meditations by Marcus Aurelius Book: The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey Related Episodes Bryce Prescott: Rules of Success to Live a Balanced Life Using a Scientific Approach Elder Care Meets Mindfulness With Legal Expert Nicole Wipp Don’t Wait To Be Great Proclaims Raven Blair Glover Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.

Adam Hergenrother is the author of The 200% Life. He is the Founder & CEO of the thriving $1 billion organization, Adam Hergenrother Companies. He  owns a national real estate company, an award-winning development and construction company, and a leadership training firm. He is passionate about using business to transform lives and believes that when you focus on leading yourself first, the business results will follow. When he's not leading and growing his organizations or working on his inner growth, you can find Adam in the Vermont mountains with his wife, Sarah, and three children. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.AdamHergenrother.com Podcast: The 200% Life w/ Adam Hergenrother Most Influential Person Michael A. Singer (Author) Effect On Emotions Number one is that mindfulness made me aware that I'm not my emotions. Therefore I have the ability to either touch them or don't touch them. That obviously gives me a lot more clarity in my life. Thoughts On Breathing I love cathartic breathing. How wonderful it is to take three deep breaths; you know, that's part of the relaxed release. Just drop your shoulders, it just releases and you know, the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems that are going through our bodies. If we can reconnect those and align those in through breath. It's just that, by the way, it's really funny; breathing is the only thing that we can control, and then if we don't want to it controls itself. It's autonomous. Breathwork is one of those amazing things that if you still want to pay attention to it, it breathes on its own. But yet, if you want to pay attention to it, you can breathe on your own.   Bullying Story There's a situation right now with one of my daughters. She is caught in a bullying situation. I was just responding to this individual. When I grew up, I was actually bullied quite a bit in a different way. We didn't have cyberbullying, which I think is even worse today. Because I explained to my kids who are 11, nine, and seven. Back when I was growing up, if there was an issue, we unfortunately often got into a physical fight. But it was just different back then. Like it was at school where it happened, but then when we went home, it was it was done. We didn't deal with it anymore. People were not writing notes and leaving them in your mailbox every day, right? Now it's even more difficult because when a kid goes home, all sudden, the bullying goes to the social media networks. Suggested Resources Book: The Surrender Experiment, The Untethered Soul. And Living Untethered by Michael A. Singer Book: The Power Of Now by Eckhart Tolle Related Episodes Moving in Mindful Motion With Diena Seeger Tame the Ego’s Tongue; Alan Carroll Conversations Across Divides; Justin Michael Williams Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.

Cyrus Rustom teaches strength through struggle. He has been coaching nutrition, fitness, health and peak performance for 13 years. Prior to his fitness industry career, he served as Royal Marines Commandos for 5 years, including a tour in Afghanistan on Operation Herrick 2006. His style of coaching is tough love. Cyrus almost died in a life-threatening incident in Afghanistan and bounced back to grow a successful 15-year career in fitness. He opened two fitness facilities in his hometown of Dubai and also coaches mindset, discipline, fitness, and nutrition. His current business started during Covid and against all odds, has not just survived but thrived. His business now generates over $1,000,000 a year in revenue. Cyrus also works for the Royal Family in Dubai, UAE. Cyrus attributes his success to his ability to extract powerful lessons learned through massive trauma. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.Boxica.ae Podcast: Cyrus Rustom Show Most Influential Person My wife Effect On Emotions  Mindfulness has absolutely helped me deal with my emotions. This is something that I haven't mastered yet, either. I'm still reminding myself on a daily basis that I need to breathe and process things slowly. Thoughts On Breathing Wim Hof. Style of breathing is one method of breathing. It's actually quite fast. And it brings you into a certain state. But there are thousands of different ways to breathe. Wim Hof has one. I prefer to slow breathe. And it would be a deep inhalation through the nose only.  Then it would be a long, slow exhalation.  And if you're listening to this right now and you've never really focused on your breathing before, I urge you to do 10 breaths like this. In through the nose. Full deep breath. Hold at the top for two to three seconds. And  then let it out slowly. And your goal is to try and exhale for 10 seconds.  If you do this,  not even 10 times, if you do this five times, you're going to be in a completely different state.  And that has helped me massively over the years. And another method is box breathing.  I'm sure you're familiar with three seconds inhalation, three seconds hold, three seconds exhalation, three seconds hold. Again, do that. I think with box breathing, you need a bit longer to feel the effects. But you will. Your mind will slow down.  You'll feel good, and you'll be able to think more clearly about the situation rather than just be wrapped up in the emotions of it.   Bullying Story I've been bullied before,  but at the age that it happened,  I wouldn't have been able to have told you what mindfulness  was. I believe that a lot of the things they teach you in school are actually very irrelevant to life.  So  if I had been mindful at the time and I had more awareness, they wouldn't have bothered me so much.  I wish they had taught things in school that were more usable in life, like mindfulness. And other things like how to manage finances, how to think positively, how to have goals, and how to meditate. Also, how to breathe properly. Nobody taught me how to breathe. The first time I did a breathing session with someone, I realized this was so powerful. For sure I would have gotten through the situation if I'd known how to breathe and be a little bit more mindful, Suggested Resources Book: The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman Related Episodes Live As A Courageous Human; Clint Hatton Allan Misner: Keep Balance To Find Encouragement and Enlightenment Dr. Kim D’Eramo: Dynamic Doctor Encourages Mindfulness for Mind Body Health Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.

Roy Coughlan knows what it's like to lose everything and be grateful. He is a seasoned serial entrepreneur, and his portfolio includes over 15 successful ventures spanning five countries. As a dynamic podcast host and coach, Roy has established five podcasts, four of which have soared to the Top 0.5%, with the fifth currently at 1.5%. Leveraging his extensive experience, he now guides others in navigating the podcasting landscape, assisting them in reaching remarkable success. Roy's journey from a humble start washing cars at 9 to becoming a Distinguished Toastmaster in just three years showcases his remarkable transformation. Despite facing setbacks, including financial losses and personal liabilities, Roy emerged resilient. His podcasts, covering topics from self-discovery to language learning, consistently achieve top rankings, reflecting his dedication to quality content. Passionate about exposing global corruption, Roy combines insightful discussions with actionable solutions. With a voracious appetite for knowledge, he reads around 100 books annually, enriching his understanding and empowering those he mentors in the podcasting realm. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://bio.link/podcaster Podcast: Roy has 5 podcasts:Speaking with Roy Coughlan / Meditation/ Learn Polish / Awakening / The Crypto Podcast Most Influential Person My mother Effect On Emotions I've learned not to react impulsively, like that time when I was picking up my tired child from school. Initially frustrated, I realized his tears were fatigue, not disobedience. That experience shifted my perspective, making me more empathetic. Now, in situations, even on the road, I pause before reacting. I consider the unknowns in people's lives—maybe a rough day or personal struggles. Unless it's unsafe, I avoid honking or road rage. Understanding that most are just trying to navigate their own challenges, I drive calmly, prioritizing safety over frustration. It's about seeing beyond the surface and acknowledging everyone's unseen battles. Thoughts On Breathing Exploring various breathwork sessions, I stumbled into an incredible journey. Witnessing people release trauma through breath amazed me. Encouraging others to dive in, I stress the need for skilled facilitators, not just online tutorials. While I've tried multiple sessions and even courses, I don't feel compelled; it's about aligning with my needs. Conscious breathing helps realign when feeling off. I've ventured into ice baths, inspired by experiences in Poland. From meeting Wim Hof to accidental swimsuit mishaps in freezing temperatures, the rush and energy from these experiences are unmatched. Despite the initial chill, the exhilaration afterward is worth every shiver, encouraging everyone to give it a try.   Bullying Story Growing up small in a tough neighborhood, I faced relentless bullying. Boxing helped, but I ended up becoming a bully myself at school. It felt like fighting back against the torment. Yet, even as I faced bullying, I learned to fight back, realizing that not backing down deterred some attackers. In one instance, eight guys set the papers I was about to deliver on fire, leading me to study martial arts. Through six years of practice, I grasped mindfulness, avoiding fights despite my ability. Confidence became my shield. I learned to defuse conflicts, standing my ground without aggression. It changed me, sparing others the pain I once felt and rejecting the cycle of bullying I'd briefly fallen into. Suggested Resources Book: Therapeutic Mindfulness: A Healing Skill, Not a Coping Skill by Ruth Fearnow Related Episodes Allan Misner: Keep Balance To Find Encouragement and Enlightenment Use Mindfulness To Be Self-Aware With Your People Suggests Videographer Matt Peet Live The Life You Love With Victim To Victor Author, Nick Santonastasso Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘I Am Determined' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.

Kristof Morrow is an author and award-winning journalist. Second Sun Insights is the title of this episode. Kristof taught himself to write while serving in the military and later won two awards from Texas Press Associations. His debut book is called The Second Sun: Volumes I & II, and he contends the work is not only epic fantasy but also literature, seeking to uncover or elaborate on truths long felt and long considered. Kristof believes in Steinbeck's philosophy that ‘my whole mission as a writer is to help people understand one another.’ Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: https://linktr.ee/kristofmorrow Books: The Second Sun Volumes I and II Most Influential Person John Steinbeck, Author Effect On Emotions Mindfulness is an important intermediary between action and forgiveness. Thoughts On Breathing This makes me think of meditation. I grew up in the South, so we used to hear people make fun of people who meditate all the time. So I came into it with a prejudice. But I did try it and it really works. Meditation is one of those things that you have to do every day like once a day; you can't just do it once.   Bullying Story Well,  I was bullied pretty relentlessly, even in school, because I have a pretty severe case I think, of ADHD.  So that did not enable me to make friends my own age. And so when I was in school, I had a lot of difficulty cooperating with kids my own age. So maturing was very deliberate because otherwise my life was filled with horror and terror and poverty. We were really poor for the first half of my life. Suggested Resources Book: East of Eden by John Steinbeck Books: The Second Sun Volumes I and II Related Episodes Mindset Tips for Author Success; Tonya Duncan Ellis Hope For Recovery With Author Hope Andersen Build Better Relationships With Author Bryan Falchuk Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘Time Is Right' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.

Michael Feldstein helps people breathe better, live better. He is an air quality expert with a robust background in disaster recovery and home restoration. Transitioning from rebuilding homes to pioneering solutions, he developed a cutting-edge air purifier addressing the fallout of environmental catastrophes. His innovation offers a powerful defense against the invisible threats that compromise indoor air quality. Michael's commitment to this cause stems from a deep desire to transform post-disaster living spaces into havens of health and safety. Michael has witnessed firsthand how polluted air can damage people’s well-being. This is the reason he created Jaspr. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.jaspr.co Most Influential Person UJ Ramdas; Author of The 5 Minute Journal Effect On Emotions I am quite calm in chaos. I don't know where exactly it came from, but it allows me, if I'm stressed out or feeling overwhelmed, I go for a very, very long walk or sit in the hot tub. That way I get alone time. No phone and just give myself an opportunity to think without the input of others. Whether listening to a podcast, music or nothing. Just total, total silence to think through things. And then, when something's stressful, I ask myself, is there something I could do about it? If not, I move on. If yes, I do the thing. Thoughts On Breathing  I recommend James Nestor's book, Breath. I had a very obstructed airway for a long time. I got nose surgery. a septorhinoplasty in 2018 at age 28. It has forever changed my life. I can now breathe through my nose. It's amazing. I'm way calmer. I sleep better. I can scuba dive. I can hike. Breathing slowly is good. Breathing through the nose is good too.   Bullying Story I would say  I wasn't like a chronically bullied kid, but I definitely had confrontations. I would say I also bullied some kids at summer camp. Mindfulness would have made a big difference because it would have allowed me the moment to pause before I acted. I would have been able to take that moment to think whether there was ever a situation where I had a bullying event towards me. It's actually funny. My daughter is three and a half. And the other day, I said, what did you learn at school? And sat in a little pose and she said, mindfulness. It's great to see kids thinking about that. And they have this little angry corner. So if you're mad at someone, you can go there and hang out.  It's funny. She came home and she said a kid pushed her today and she cried and another kid grabbed her an ice pack. Suggested Resources Book: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor Book: Living from a Place of Surrender by Michael A Singer Book: Deep Work by Cal Newport Book: The One Thing by Gary Keller App: I don't have a phone so no app Related Episodes Anne-Claire Holland: Stop and Check Your Breathing When Panic or Anger Feelings Surface Breathwork To Upscale Your Life; Samantha Skelly Pause, Breathe, And Smile To Awaken Your Mindfulness; Gary Gach Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I’m Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘Time Is Right' in the subject line. We'll schedule a call to discuss how you can move forward to a better life.