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What if we told you that combining cannabis with Breathwork could lead to profound, life-changing experiences?

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Join us, as we sit down with Ryan Sprague, the Optimized Alchemist and founder of Highly Optimized.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER:
~ Ryan Sprague’s background
~ What ‘Breathe With Cannabis Workshops’ are: Explore how combining cannabis with Breathwork can create transformative, psychedelic experiences.
~ Ryan's Personal Cannabis Healing Stories: Hear about Ryan’s personal experience using cannabis to ease his father’s pain during his final months.
~ MDMA & Spiritual Growth
~ How To Break Cannabis Dependency
~ Navigating Societal Stigmas around Cannabis
Learn how mindful cannabis use can contribute to personal growth. Tune in for a deep dive into the intersection of cannabis, personal development, and community support!
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What happens when a first-generation American with Sicilian roots embraces her imperfections and overcomes anxieties?
This inspiring episode of Manders Mindset features Daniela Wolf, a licensed social worker and self-care strategist who helps burnt-out professionals regain control over their lives and well-being. Daniela shares insights on the transformative power of self-care, mindset shifts, and effective time planning. Listeners will hear about her journey from burnout to empowerment, the impact of small daily changes, and her practical framework for balancing work, life, and mental fitness. This episode is packed with actionable tips for anyone looking to prioritize themselves, manage stress, and create a more balanced life.

Timeline Summary

• [2:10] - Introduction to Daniela Wolf and her journey into self-care and burnout recovery.
• [8:45] - Daniela’s childhood, family dynamics, and how they shaped her perspective.
• [14:20] - Transitioning from social work to coaching and the inspiration behind her career pivot.
• [20:35] - The power of gratitude practice and how small moments create big impacts.
• [28:10] - Daniela’s Eight Pillars of Self-Care explained.
• [36:15] - Building resilience through time planning versus time management.
• [47:50] - Daniela’s Exhausted to Empowered formula and her unique approach to self-care.

In this episode, you’ll uncover:
•The journey from burnout to brilliance:
Discover how Daniela Wolf transformed her life and how you can apply her insights to your own.

•The power of small, daily self-care practices:
Learn why the little things matter and how they can create a massive shift in your mindset and energy.

•The Eight Pillars of Self-Care:
Daniela’s comprehensive framework that goes beyond spa days and gets to the heart of sustainable well-being.

•Mindset shifts that make a difference:
Hear how reframing your thoughts can help you respond rather than react, reducing stress and boosting resilience.

•Strategies for reclaiming control over time:
Explore Daniela’s approach to time planning versus time management and find ways to build balance into each day.
You can watch this episode HERE!
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Daniela’s website: bestdlife.com
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Daniela's Book: Balance Breakthrough (available on Amazon)

Imagine finding a path to healing that doesn’t involve expensive retreats or intense therapies?
In this episode of Manders Mindset, we’re joined with the inspiring Megan Ashton, a certified breathwork facilitator, clinical hypnotherapist, and wellness expert. Megan shares her deeply personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder and explains how breathwork played a pivotal role in her healing. We explore her upbringing, the subconscious programming that shaped her struggles, and how she ultimately found profound healing through breathwork. Megan also emphasizes the importance of trauma-informed facilitation and making breathwork accessible to everyone.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
•How breathwork can be a powerful tool for emotional healing.
•Megan’s personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder.
•The role of subconscious programming in shaping our behaviors and patterns.
•Why trauma-informed facilitation is crucial for safe healing experiences.
•The accessibility of breathwork compared to other healing modalities, like plant medicine.
•Practical tips on how to incorporate breathwork into your daily life.
Tune in to discover how breathwork helped Megan break free from old patterns and why it’s a healing modality anyone can access.
Main Topics:
•[2:26] - Megan’s early life: Struggles with self-worth and family dynamics.
•[6:21] - The onset of her eating disorder and using alcohol as a coping mechanism.
•[10:37] - Megan’s first introduction to breathwork after a series of failed healing methods.
•[11:20] - A life-changing breathwork session that unlocked repressed emotions from childhood.
•[20:08] - Why breathwork is more accessible and empowering compared to plant medicine.
•[27:53] - Megan’s transition to living in Mexico and finding a new sense of grounding.
•[41:38] - The power of breathwork and why finding the right facilitator is crucial.
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In this milestone episode of Manders Mindset, Amanda Russo takes a backseat as special guest host J.R. Sparrow from West Virginia Uncommonplace dives deep into Amanda’s personal story, professional growth, and reflections on her journey to 100 episodes. This conversation explores Amanda’s roots, the challenges she’s faced, and the transformative moments that shaped her podcasting path and beyond. From intimate family memories to powerful lessons learned through breathwork and life’s unexpected turns, this is Amanda like you’ve never heard her before.

In This Episode, You’ll Uncover:

• The heartfelt story of Amanda’s relationship with her grandma and the life lessons she carries to this day.
• A candid look into Amanda’s personal struggles, from overcoming body image issues to navigating toxic relationships.
• The origin of Manders Mindset and how a single piece of advice sparked a podcast that’s inspired countless listeners.
• Amanda’s journey into Breathwork facilitation and her vision for making it accessible to everyone.
• Reflections on the milestones and missteps that have defined her podcasting journey, including her first podcasting conferences.
• An introduction to Amanda’s new podcast, Breathwork Magic, and how it complements her original show.
• J.R.’s signature 2020 Questions, uncovering Amanda’s values, quirks, and goals for the future.

Timeline Summary:

• [2:45] – Introducing Amanda Russo: Who is she beyond the titles and accolades?
• [10:12] – The wisdom of Meme: Lessons from Amanda’s grandmother on kindness and judgment.
• [25:30] – Breaking free: Amanda opens up about overcoming toxic relationships and reclaiming her health.
• [38:15] – Behind the mic: The birth of Manders Mindset and Amanda’s journey into podcasting.
• [55:10] – Breathwork magic: Amanda’s passion for Breathwork and her commitment to accessibility.
• [1:10:45] – Reflections on growth: Lessons from 100 episodes and her hopes for the next 100.
• [1:25:30] – J.R.’s 2020 Questions: Amanda’s values, legacy, and what drives her to keep going.

You can watch the episode HERE!

Connect with Amanda and her Resources:

• Follow Amanda on Instagram: @thebreathinggoddess
• Explore Amanda’s new podcast: Breathwork Magic (Available on all major platforms or you can listen on Apple!)
• Join Mindful Mindset Mondays: Pay-what-you-can virtual Breathwork sessions on Eventbrite: Register Here
• Join the Manders Mindset Facebook Community HERE!
• Follow Manders Mindset on Instagram HERE!

Closing Thoughts:
Episode 100 celebrates a journey of resilience, self-discovery, and transformation. If this episode resonated with you, don’t forget to follow, rate, and review Manders Mindset. Share it with friends who could use a little inspiration, and stay tuned for the next chapter in Amanda’s story.
Thank you for being part of this incredible journey!

In this episode of Mander's Mindset, I sit down with Brenda Adelman, also known as the Queen of Forgiveness. She shares her incredibly moving story of navigating through unimaginable tragedy and how she found the strength to forgive. Brenda is an award-winning actor and the creator of the one-woman show My Brooklyn Hamlet, which tells the story of her father's tragic act—killing her mother and marrying her aunt. In this conversation, Brenda takes us through her three-step forgiveness process, a framework she developed to help others heal from deep emotional wounds. If you've ever struggled with forgiveness, this episode is packed with insights that could change how you approach your own healing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The importance of moving out of denial and into acceptance.
• How to release deep-rooted anger in a healthy way.
• Why forgiveness doesn’t mean excusing someone but freeing yourself from the burden of resentment.
• Tools for setting healthy boundaries and embracing self-love.
• Brenda's personal journey of forgiving her father, and how you can apply her lessons to your own life.

Episode Highlights:

[2:34] – Brenda shares the details of her complex childhood, her relationship with her parents, and the tragic events that changed her life.
[7:28] – How Brenda found out about her mother’s murder and her emotional journey afterward.
[25:23] – The turning point where Brenda realized that hating her father was like hating a part of herself.
[29:25] – Brenda’s three-step forgiveness process and how she began to release her pain.
[41:17] – The role of storytelling in healing and how Brenda transformed her life experience into a powerful message of hope.
[45:33] – Brenda explains how forgiveness doesn’t always require closure from the other person, especially if they have passed away.

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To Connect with Brenda & Her Resources:

• Connect with Brenda on Facebook
• Brenda's Facebook Group: Unforgettable Speakers Society
• Visit her website: Forgiveness and Freedom
• Buy Brenda’s book: My Father Killed My Mother and Married My Aunt: Forgiving the Unforgivable: Forgive and Be Free: A Pathway to Personal Freedom

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