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Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom
Discover how to create a meaningful life on your way to who you are becoming. Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom provides the support you need to heal, develop a 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 weekly growth-mindset tips, build emotional resilience and manage stress…
Episodes
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#161 | You're Never Too Old: Healing, Transformation and Resilience During My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 10
This episode of the Kintsugi Podcast is a heartfelt journey about reinvention—mine, yours, and the world around us. Continuing on with my open awareness…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#160 | How Olympic Gold Medalist Joe Jacobi Embraces Life’s Challenges with Resilience & Intention
In this episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, I had the absolute privilege of sitting down with Olympic Gold Medalist Joe Jacobi. We dive deep into the metaphorical…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#159 | From Tragedy to Triumph: How J.R. Martinez Turns Trauma into Resilience, Transformation & Healing
In this deeply moving episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with J.R. Martinez, a man whose story is etched in resilience and gratitude. If you don’t…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#158 | How Jennifer Thompson Found Healing, Transformation and Resilience After Trauma & Became a Voice for Justice
On this episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with Jennifer Thompson, whose public story of survival and advocacy has reached millions. Jennifer’s…
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157 | Forgiveness & Healing: What a Holocaust Survivor Taught Me About Transformation and Resilience During My Bike Ride Across America -Chapter 9
On this episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, I take you on a deeply personal journey, sharing stories from my bike ride across America, where connection was the…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#156 | Recovering from TBI with Grit, Grace, and Resilience with Alison Tetrick
In this deeply moving episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with Alison Tetrick, a champion cyclist whose journey has been both inspiring and…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#155 | Breaking The Cycle: Jennifer Fox's Path to Sobriety, Transformation, and Resilience
In this powerful episode of The Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with Jennifer Fox, a woman whose life journey is a profound testament to resilience, courage, and…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#154 | How Alisha Fernandez Miranda Found Joy & Transformation by Embracing Resilience
This week on The Kintsugi Podcast, we dive into a conversation filled with inspiration and adventure with Alisha Fernandez Miranda. Alisha's journey is a…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#153 | How Small Acts of Kindness Can Create Ripple Effects of Transformation: Lessons from Jaclyn Lindsey
This week, we are excited to share a deeply moving and enlightening conversation with Jaclyn Lindsey, co-founder of kindness.org. Jaclyn's journey from…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#152 | How Storytelling & Regenerative Farming Can Help Heal and Create Resilient Communities: Insights from Leia Marasovich
Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Kintsugi Podcast. This week, we're thrilled to bring you a heartwarming and enlightening conversation with Leia…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#151 | 10 Life Tips for Kindness & Growth (Mindset Shifts for Healing, Resilience & Post-Traumatic Growth)
This week (on July 11th), I celebrate the anniversary of My Last Bad Day. In this Open Awareness, I wanted to share ten valuable tips I've learned to help us…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#150 | Why Micro-Meditation Practices Might Be More Effective: Insights from Dr. Sarah Strohmaier
This week on The Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Strohmaier a psychology and mindfulness researcher, to discuss the intricacies of mindfulness…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#149 | How Cory Allen Found Creativity, Healing and Transformation Through Mindfulness
This week on The Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with Cory Allen, a multifaceted artist, musician, and author of "A Brave New You." Cory shares his journey…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#148 | How Mindful Breathing Can Boost Resilience & Transformation: Insights from Moonbird’s Stefanie Broes
In this episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, host Michael O'Brien sits down with Stefanie Broes, co-founder of Moonbird, a company that develops products to help…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#147 | What Cycling Missouri’s KATY Trail Taught Me About Healing, Resilience & Transformation On My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 8
In this episode of The Kintsugi Podcast, host Michael OBrien shares his journey of resilience while cycling across America, focusing on his experience in…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#146 | How Mindful Parenting & Non-Reactive Strategies Can Build Resilient Kids with Laura Linn Knight
If I have a favorite story within Pause Breathe Reflect, it's the Tortoise and the Hare. In this week's Story of Connection on The Kintsugi Podcast we revisit…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#145 | How Lindsaya VanDusen Transformed Her Life Through Self-Acceptance, Self-Care and Resilience
In this heartfelt episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, I sit down with Lindsaya VanDusen, a wellness warrior, mom, and advocate for self-love and authenticity…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#144 | A Micro-Meditation Practice To Shift Your Focus For Resilience and Transformation
Perspective matters and we generally go where our eyes go. This week's Friday Meditation is inspired by my TEDx talk and it's all about what we are paying…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#143 | Redefining Happiness, Transformation, and Success with Stephanie Harrison
Welcome back to another episode of the Kintsugi Podcast! Today, I sit down with Stephanie Harrison, the visionary behind "New Happy." Stephanie shares her…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#142 | True Impeccable Love: A Micro-Meditation on Love, Resilience & Self-Care
This week my wife and I celebrated 30 years of marriage. So this week's Friday Meditation is above true impeccable love. One of my favorite movie is The…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#141 | How Running 460 Miles Helped Emily Halnon Heal and Reclaim Her Strength and Resilience
Welcome to this week's story of connection on the Kintsugi Podcast. Today, Emily Halnon, an author, ultra-runner, and FKT badass, shares her emotional journey…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#140 | You Are Worthy: A Micro-Meditation for Healing, Self-Care & Resilience
We can be so harsh with ourselves. Why is that? You are worthy! Full stop! This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is a practice to help you appreciate…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#139 | Shifting Perspectives For Greater Resilience & Transformation On My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 7
Join me on a transformative journey across America in this week’s episode of the Kintsugi podcast. From the picturesque landscapes of Astoria, Oregon, to the…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#138 | The 3 As: A Micro-Mindfulness Practice for Resilience and Healing
This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is all about the 3 As and how they can help you feel what you need to feel and take action that will will put a…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#137 | How to Navigate Life’s Changes with Resilience and Mindfulness: Lessons from Brad Stulberg
In this enriching episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, we sit down with renowned author and performance coach Brad Stulberg to explore the perennial dance of…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#136 | Passion Over Plastic: How Bivo is Disrupting Cycling (Resilience, Healing & Transformation Through Sustainability)
In this inspiring episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, host Michael O'Brien sits down with Carina Hamill and Robby Ringer, the visionary co-founders of Bivo. This…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#135 | I'm Grateful for You: A Micro-Meditation on Gratitude (Healing, Resilience & Transformation)
One of key practices of my recovery was gratitude and I continue it today. This week's Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is a ripple of gratitude to someone…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#134 | Campfires, S’Mores, and the Power of Connection for Healing & Resilience with Tony Martignetti
Welcome to another enriching episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, where we dive deep into personal transformation, connection, and healing. In this week's Story of…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#133 | A Micro-Meditation Practice to Cultivate Mindfulness (Healing, Resilience & Transformation)
With many meditations our awareness is fixed on the breath, body, or sound. In this week's Friday Pause Breathe Reflect meditation, I share an open awareness…
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#132 | Building a Strong Support System For Resilience and Transformation During My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 6
Welcome to Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where Michael shares deep insights and…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#131 | How to Start a Micro-Meditation Practice for Healing, Resilience, and Transformation
This week, I answer some of your meditation questions. I remember when I started, I didn't know what I was doing and thought I had to do it a certain way…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#130 | The 7 Pillars of Health with Dr. Melissa Sundermann (Resilience, Healing & Transformation Through Mindfulness)
In this week's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast, we dive deep into the realms of health, mindfulness, and the power of nature with Dr. Melissa Sundermann, DO. A…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#129 | The Night's Sky: A Micro-Meditation to Self-Care and Resilience
One of my favorite things to do is look up at the night's sky. It's so peaceful and help make my big worries a little smaller. Take a moment to outside and…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#128 | A Journey of Resilience, Healing & Compassion with Donn King
In this heartwarming episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, I welcome Donn…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#127 | A Micro-Meditation for Spring, Growth, and Transformation
Welcome to Spring! This week's meditation celebrates the beginning of a new season. And welcome to Autumn for all our like-hearted humans in the southern…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#126 | Embracing Transitions: Healing, Resilience, and Mindset Shifts with Mike Brcic
In this enriching episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, we dive deep into the…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#125 | The Power of Patience: A Micro-Meditation to Build Resilience & Fuel Healing
This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is geared to help when life feels like it's rushing by at 100 miles per hour. Remember slow may be the best way to…
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#124 | Don't Fall In Love With Your Plan: Embracing Resilience & Flexibility During My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 5
In this episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, I continue my bike ride across…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#123 | The Guest House: A Micro-Meditation for Self-Care, Resilience, and Transformation
This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is inspired by Rumi’s poem, The Guest House. Life throws a lot at us. We can spend energy fighting all the stuff…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#122 | Fitting Out with Kirra Michel: Embracing Resilience and Self-Care Through Yoga & Mindfulness
Welcome to this episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where we explore…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#121 | The Oil Change: A Micro-Meditation for Self-Care and Resilience
This week’s Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation is inspired by the oil changes I would get for my car when I started my professional career. In this practice, we…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#120 | Suneel Gupta on Resilience, Dharma, and the Power of Energy Management for Long-Term Healing
Welcome to this episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where we explore…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#119 | Resilience in Real Life: Embrace Self-Care with a Micro-Meditation Practice
Mindfulness is a practice that you can do anywhere and everywhere. It’s a way of living, not just for Temples, Spas, and soul-search treks out into the desert…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#118 | Transformation and Growth: Seth Godin’s Blueprint for Impactful Work
Welcome back or welcome to Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom. I had the pleasure of…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#117 | Mindful Unfolding: Micro-Meditation to Self-Care and Resilience
If your mind wanders, don’t worry. You’re officially human. Our minds wander about 50% of the time. In this week’s practice, we will allow everything to happen…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#116 | Momento Mori - Embracing Life with Mindfulness and Resilience During My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 4
Welcome to Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where I take you on a reflective…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#115 | I Spy – A Fun Micro-Meditation For Self-Care and Healing
When my daughters were younger we played the game, I Spy. It’s about awareness, and this short practice will help you cultivate more awareness by noticing why…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#114 | Redefining Success: Danielle Cobo on Embracing Vulnerability and Transformation
Welcome to another powerful episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom. This week…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#113 | Workplace Challenges: A Micro-Meditation for Handling Difficult Colleagues
Sometimes, the work we get to do is great, but our colleagues make it difficult. This week, I share a short meditation practice to help us deal with a…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#112 | Dancing Through Sobriety: Dan Karaty's Journey to Healing and Resilience
Welcome to another episode of Whole Again: A Fresh Approach to Healing, Growth & Resilience after Physical Trauma through Kintsugi Wisdom, where we explore…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#111 | A Micro-Meditation Walking Practice for Self-Care
Sometimes, it’s hard to sit still, but we can still practice mindfulness. This week, I share a short walking meditation practice to help us gracefully slide…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#110 | Embracing Midlife: Chip Conley's Journey of Resilience, Mindfulness, and Transformation
In this episode, I chat with another like-hearted human, Chip Conley. What could happen if we shifted our perspective of mid-life? We no longer see it as a…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#109 | A Fun Micro-Meditation for Self-Care and Release Stress
This week, we have a fun practice to help you let go of stress and slide into the weekend gracefully. Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#107 | Resilience & Mindfulness: Finding Common Ground in a Divided Nation During My Bike Ride Across America - Chapter 3
Welcome to Idaho and our next Open Awareness episode on Whole Again. During our Open Awareness segments I share stories from my bike ride across America. This…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#106 | Resilience & Mindfulness: Finding Grounded Stability Through Micro- Meditation
Michael leads us through a micro-meditation to bring forward a sense of grounded stability. Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#105 | How Mindful Communication & Self-Care Strengthen Resilience & Connection with Kristin Graham
In this episode, Michael O'Brien chats with one of his favorite Word Nerds, Kristen Graham, about the profound impact of words in both personal and…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#104 | A Micro-Meditation To Build Resilience & Bring Calm to the New Year
Michael leads us through a Micro-meditation to give us a moment of quiet amid the noise of the new year. Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#103 | Resilience & Transformation: A Journey to Connection & Belonging with Jerry Colonna
In this profound and inspiring episode of Whole Again, host Michael delves deep into the themes of leadership, suffering, and the human longing for belonging…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#102 | Resilience & Mindfulness: A Micro-Meditation Reflecting on 2023 & Setting Intentions for the Year Ahead
Michael leads us through a short micro-meditation to help us reflect on 2023 and set our intentions for the year ahead. Join us as we explore the power of…
Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom#101 | Resilience, Mindfulness & Self-Care: Erica Diamond’s Four-Step Method to Overcoming Burnout
In this enlightening episode of Whole Again host Michael O'Brien sits down with life coach and wellness expert Erica Diamond. Together, they explore the…