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Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience After Physical Trauma Through Kintsugi Mindfulness

Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience After Physical Trauma Through Kintsugi Mindfulness

By: Michael OBrien
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What if I told you that healing from injury and trauma isn’t about returning to who you were? Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma Through Kintsugi Mindfulness gives you the support you need to heal, grow stronger, and embrace who you are becoming. Inspired by the Japanese art of “Golden Repair,” Kintsugi teaches us that even when life breaks us, we can rebuild—stronger, wiser, and more beautiful than before. Listen to discover how to: Overcome self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism by shifting your mindset. Build emotional resilience and manage stress through mindfulness, breathwork, and grounding techniques. Cultivate self-love, gratitude, and confidence to support your healing and transformation. I’m Michael O’Brien—husband, Girl Dadx2, son, friend, animal lover, and survivor. After a near-death cycling accident—what I call My Last Bad Day—the metaphor of Kintsugi helped me see that I could be whole again. Today, as a coach, speaker, and meditation teacher, I offer a steady hand to support you on your healing journey and help you fully step into the person you are becoming. Join me every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for micro-episodes designed to help you embrace the Kintsugi spirit within you and truly feel Whole Again. Start your journey now with Episode 190, a fan-favorite on how Kintsugi can transform your healing process.Peloton Executive Coaching dba The Kintsugi Podcast Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • #252 | Building Resilience with an Energy Boosting Microdose Mindfulness-Meditation
    Aug 4 2025

    Tired during your recovery? Before you reach for that extra cup of coffee, try this instead.

    This short guided meditation shares a powerful breathwork pattern designed to re-energize your body—especially when you're recovering from injury, illness, or trauma. It's a gentle way to boost vitality while honoring your body's needs.

    • Learn the 4-2 breath technique to spark energy fast.
    • Visualize your breath as a source of vitality and calm.
    • Discover a quick daily practice to reduce fatigue and feel more alive.

    Take a deep breathe and experience a 5-minute energy reset you can use anytime, anywhere during your healing journey.


    Receive my free text messages by texting Whole Again to 866-612-4604


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    With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Mindfulness, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome PTSD, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on building resilience, resilience building, resilience and fitness, fitness and resilience, stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, micro-dose meditation, 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.

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    5 mins
  • #251 | The Hidden Cost of ‘Always On’ and How it Can Weaken Your Resilience and Mindfulness
    Aug 1 2025

    What if the very thing you’re holding in your hand right now is what’s draining your recovery energy the most?

    In today’s episode, Michael shares the often-overlooked connection between smartphone overuse and energy loss—especially for survivors of injury, illness, and trauma. You’ll learn how digital distractions quietly erode your sleep, focus, and resilience... and what you can do to reclaim control.

    • Discover 4 research-backed ways smartphones impact your physical and emotional health.
    • Learn simple daily rituals to restore your energy without giving up your phone.
    • Gain a new mindset around digital boundaries that honors your healing and joy.


    Take deep breathe and uncover the biggest hidden energy leak in your life—and learn how to shift it for greater presence, rest, and recovery.


    Receive my free text messages by texting Whole Again to 866-612-4604


    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 stickers by clicking sticker.


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


    We can also connect on LinkedIn. or at Michael@PauseBreatheReflect.com


    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.


    With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Mindfulness, listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome PTSD, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and perfectionism with self-compassion, self-love, and self-worth. Through insightful discussions on building resilience, resilience building, resilience and fitness, fitness and resilience, stress management, mindfulness practices, and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools like breathwork, micro-dose meditation, 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.

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    10 mins
  • #250 | Building Resilience and Healing Trauma through Energy Management
    Jul 30 2025

    What if your recovery had less to do with what you do—and more to do with how you show up energetically?

    In this final episode of the GRACE series, Michael explores Energy—the “E” in his transformational healing model—and introduces the 7 Levels of Energy that influence how you feel, how you lead, and how you recover. Whether you’re stuck in frustration or striving for joy, this practical framework helps you become more aware of your inner ripple—and how it impacts your healing and others around you.

    • Discover how to identify and shift between the 7 distinct energy levels.
    • Learn why no level is “good” or “bad”—and how even frustration can be fuel.
    • Try a 1-breath exercise that helps you enter every room or Zoom with more intentional energy.

    Take a deep breath and explore the energy you carry, the ripple you create, and the power you have to shape your recovery—one conscious moment at a time.


    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. or at Michael@PauseBreatheReflect.com


    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.


    If you feel you need more mental health support, please contact NAMI.


    With Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Mindfulness listeners explore resilience through personal stories of trauma, scars, and injury while learning to overcome PTSD, 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, micro-dose meditation, 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.

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    15 mins
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