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Breathing Through Burnout: Simon Fogarty’s Journey to Balance

Breathing Through Burnout: Simon Fogarty’s Journey to Balance

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In this episode, Patrick McKeown interviews Simon Fogarty about his personal and professional journey, focusing on the challenges of career burnout and the importance of aligning work with personal values. Simon shares his experience of moving from a long legal career into yoga, coaching, and breathwork after facing burnout and discovering the impact of stress and unmanaged mental health. The conversation explores how foundational breathing practices and self-awareness can transform one’s ability to manage stress, improve well-being, and achieve a more balanced life. Patrick and Simon discuss the lack of education around self-regulation and mental quietude, the physiological and psychological benefits of proper breathing, and the importance of teaching these skills both in the workplace and in daily life. The episode concludes with practical advice for listeners on integrating conscious breathing and value-driven choices into their routines for better health and fulfillment.

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