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Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom

Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom

By: Michael OBrien | Mindfulness & Resilience Coach
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What if I told you that healing isn’t about returning to who you were? Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom gives you the support you need to heal, develop a personal growth mindset, 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 résilience and manage stress through microdose meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and gratitude practices. 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 Mindfulness & Resilience 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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  • #336 | The Power of Repetition in Leadership in Building a Culture of Mindfulness and Resilience
    Feb 20 2026

    If repetition works in marketing, why don’t leaders use it to build culture?

    In today’s noisy attention economy, employees are bombarded with messages all day long—many of them negative or destabilizing. Yet inside organizations, leaders often communicate vision, values, and appreciation once… and assume it’s enough. It’s not. If work feels fractured or disengaged, the issue may not be effort—it may be frequency.

    1. Discover why repetition builds trust, clarity, and confidence inside teams
    2. Learn how consistent messaging strengthens culture and belonging
    3. Understand how leaders can prevent gossip, uncertainty, and disengagement

    Press play to learn how repeating what matters most can transform your culture and help your team thrive in uncertain times.


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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 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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    9 mins
  • #335 | A Key to Work Success: Wellbeing at Work with Jennifer Posa
    Feb 18 2026

    What if the reason work feels broken isn’t you—but the system you’re working in?

    Employee engagement is declining, burnout is rising, and AI is reshaping the workplace faster than most leaders can process. In this powerful conversation with industrial-organizational psychologist Jennifer Posa, you’ll explore what’s really missing at work—and why culture matters more than perks when it comes to wellbeing.

    1. Discover why wellbeing must be personal and organizational to truly work
    2. Learn how leaders can build trust, improve engagement, and create high-performing teams
    3. Understand why culture—not apps, perks, or policies—is the real driver of sustainable performance

    Press play to learn how redefining wellbeing at work can help you—and your team—thrive from the inside out.

    You can now download my Pause Breathe Reflect App with Microdose EQ for FREE in Apple’s App Store or Google Play. Discover how spend less time on your phone and more time on things that bring you joy. Also, find the support you need to navigate today’s uncertainty with more calm and grace.

    Receive a FREE copy of my book: “My Last Bad Day Shift.”

    Receive my free Microdoses of Inspiration by texting Whole Again to 866-612-4604.

    Join me on Substack (https://substack.com/@resiliencewithmichaelobrien) for more ways to stay resilient and navigate today’s uncertainty with more grace.

    We can also connect on LinkedIn.

    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, fitness, and stress management, as well as mindfulness practices and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools such as breathwork, micro-dose meditation, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress reduction. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embodies healing as a transformative process, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and

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    59 mins
  • #334 | Invite in Calm with a 10 Breaths Micro-Meditation
    Feb 16 2026

    When was the last time you paused long enough to count your own breath?

    In a world that constantly pulls at your attention, it’s easy to feel rushed, reactive, or overwhelmed. This short, guided meditation offers a simple yet powerful reset: counting your breath to gently anchor your mind and calm your nervous system—anytime, anywhere.

    1. Experience a grounding technique you can use in moments of stress or uncertainty
    2. Learn how breath counting strengthens focus and reduces mental overwhelm
    3. Discover how “beginning again” builds resilience and self-compassion

    Invite in calm and reconnect with the steady rhythm that’s always available—your breath.

    You can now download my Pause Breathe Reflect App with Microdose EQ for FREE in Apple’s App Store or Google Play. Discover how spend less time on your phone and more time on things that bring you joy. Also, find the support you need to navigate today’s uncertainty with more calm and grace.

    Receive a FREE copy of my book: “My Last Bad Day Shift.”

    Receive my free Microdoses of Inspiration by texting Whole Again to 866-612-4604.

    Join me on Substack (https://substack.com/@resiliencewithmichaelobrien) for more ways to stay resilient and navigate today’s uncertainty with more grace.

    We can also connect on LinkedIn.

    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, fitness, and stress management, as well as mindfulness practices and digital wellness, the show offers practical tools such as breathwork, micro-dose meditation, grounding techniques, visualization, and daily affirmations for anxiety relief and stress reduction. Inspired by the art of kintsugi, the podcast embodies healing as a transformative process, encouraging a shift in perspective from worry and overwhelm to gratitude and personal growth. By exploring the mind-body connection, micro-dosing strategies for emotional well-being, and

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    4 mins
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