Breathwork Magic

What happens when a simple sigh becomes your superpower?

When In Doubt, Sigh It Out...

Magic Minis #1

Breathwork isn’t just a wellness tool... it’s a way to ground, reset, and reclaim your energy in any moment. In this first episode of Magic Minis, a new series from Breathwork Magic, I dive into one of the most underrated and accessible Breathwork practices: the intentional sigh.

We sigh naturally when we’re overwhelmed, stressed, or even relieved. But what if you could use that same breath...

What happens when functional medicine meets the healing power of breath?

Breathwork isn’t just a wellness trend, it’s a powerful bridge between the physical, emotional, and spiritual realms. 

In this inspiring episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda is joined by Dr. Lara May, a functional medicine pharmacist, Reiki master, and certified life and health coach, who shares her personal and professional evolution into the world of breath.

Listeners will discover how Lara blended her Western medical background with Eastern practices like Kundalini yoga and energy healing to uncover the transformative effec...

What happens when perimenopause brings sleepless nights, stress, and anxiety… and you finally discover the power of your breath?

In this empowering episode of Breathwork Magic, host Amanda Russo sits down with Amita, co-founder of Nourish Doc, a holistic wellness platform dedicated to supporting women through every stage of hormonal transition. Together, they explore how breathwork, yoga, and other holistic practices can ease the challenges of perimenopause, menopause, and beyond—offering natural, accessible alternatives to medication.

Amita opens up about her own struggles with debilitating perimenopause symptoms, how...

What happens when years of shallow breathing, unprocessed emotions, and a fast-paced lifestyle finally meet the healing power of breath?

In this inspiring episode of Breathwork Magic, host Amanda Russo speaks with Alicia, an Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Consultant with over two decades of experience in marketing, public relations, and entrepreneurship. Alicia shares her personal journey from living in constant tension to discovering Breathwork, a practice that helped her release deeply stored childhood trauma, calm her nervous system, and reconnect with her body in a profound way.

Amanda and Alicia explore the many...

What happens when athletic discipline, emotional blocks, and deep breathwork collide?

In this soul-stirring episode of Breathwork Magic, host Amanda Russo sits down with Jure, a former professional table tennis player turned somatic Breathwork specialist and mental performance coach, for a deep and transformative conversation on healing, embodiment, and nervous system reprogramming through the breath.

Jure opens up about his evolution from competitive sports into the world of Breathwork, and how his journey led him to realize that breath alone isn’t enough, it must be integrated with emotional awareness, somatic intelligence, and th...

What if the breath isn’t just a tool but the gateway to your truest self?

In this expansive episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo welcomes Manal, the founder of Maintain and a transformational guide in emotional healing and spiritual alignment. Together, they dive into a rich, inspiring dialogue about the breath as our most powerful access point to presence, peace, and personal growth.

Manal shares how Breathwork shifted from a practice to a way of being—and how it helped her access emotional clarity, spiritual alignment, and ease in the body. She intr...

What happens when burnout, grief, and resistance collide… and you finally take a deep breath?

In this powerful episode of Breathwork Magic, host Amanda Russo sits down with Susanna, a former tech executive turned somatic breathwork facilitator and transformational coach for a deep and vulnerable conversation on healing, emotional release, and spiritual awakening through the breath.

Susanna shares how years of high-performance living and personal loss culminated in burnout and how one life-altering Breathwork session cracked her open, revealing a path of clarity, purpose, and connection. Amanda and Susanna explore the full spectrum of...

In this episode of Breathwork Magic, host Amanda Russo welcomes Natalie (NatNat) Bedard, an emotional healing specialist and founder of Life To One Self. Through the lens of a powerful personal story—from a near-death experience to raising twin boys while healing—this conversation explores how breath becomes more than a practice; it becomes a lifeline, a mirror, and a transformative tool.

The discussion delves into how meditation, mindful breathing, and nervous system awareness can support emotional integration, rest, and self-compassion. NatNat leads listeners through a grounding "mindful moment" breathwork practice and shares the deep impact of vita...

What if your breath could unblock emotional energy and guide you back to your natural state of well-being?

In this episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo welcomes Banya Lim, a multi-generational healer, energy coach, and the creator of the Qi Mastery System. With over three decades of experience as an acupuncturist and practitioner of oriental medicine, Banya shares how breathwork became a catalyst in her personal and professional healing journey.

Listeners will be inspired by Banya’s unique integration of spiritual acupuncture, movement, and breath, and how the body holds not just tension—but...

Breathwork isn't just a practice, it’s a gateway to healing, transformation, and embracing the present moment. In this soulful conversation, host Amanda Russo, is joined by Marko, who shares how discovering Wim Hof's Breathwork during a dark period in rural Australia helped him reconnect to the sweetness of life. Through years of disciplined practice, MarKo has developed a deeply personal approach that balances inner clarity with modern life’s demands.

In this episode, listeners will learn:
• How Wim Hof’s methods opened a path during MarKo’s emotional low
• Experiencing bliss and presence fro...

What if the key to clarity, confidence, and presence in your daily life is found in something as simple as a pause? In this episode of Breathwork Magic, joined by Alan Carroll, an educational psychologist and founder of A Mindful You, who shares decades of wisdom on the transformational power of conscious breathing—especially when it comes to public speaking and staying present.

Together, we dive into what it truly means to be awake in your communication, how pausing opens the door to connection, and why learning to control your breath is actually learning to command your re...

In this powerful episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda is joined by Trea, Krav Maga instructor, behavioral analyst, and breath coach for a deep conversation about reclaiming the breath, rewiring the body, and bridging the gap between meditation and real-life presence. With a background in psychology and education, Trea brings a grounded and insightful perspective on how breathwork can shift performance, mindset, and nervous system regulation.

They explore the hidden ways society disrupts natural breathing patterns from a young age, why most people are unknowingly over-breathing (especially during exercise), and how simple adjustments to breath and awareness can...

What happens when a former mob attorney discovers the transformative power of meditation? 

In this transformative episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo sits down with Bob Martin, a former mob attorney turned certified meditation teacher, to explore the incredible shifts that can come from mindfulness, breathwork, and a commitment to personal growth. Bob shares his fascinating journey—from the high-stakes world of Miami's legal system during the "Cocaine Cowboy" era to studying Taoist philosophy and eventually becoming a meditation coach.

Discover how breathwork and mindfulness helped Bob transform his life, find inner peace, and cultivate com...

From CrossFit enthusiast to an advocate for emotional healing, Amanda Curry’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Through her personal inner child healing process during the challenges of the pandemic, Amanda discovered the transformative power of Breathwork. This practice became a powerful tool for unlocking deep-seated emotions, navigating the demands of motherhood, and stepping into a more aligned and empowered version of herself. In this inspiring conversation, Amanda shares how Breathwork has enriched her work as a physical therapist in pediatric oncology and how she uses it to support her clients, patients, and even her own family.

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This episode of Breathwork Magic explores the transformative potential of breathwork with Elijah, a facilitator with over 35 years of experience. The conversation traverses various breathwork techniques, from expressive methods used in performing arts to structured practices like holotropic and rebirthing. The Effigy technique, a method created by Elijah, is introduced, highlighting its focus on the facilitator-breather relationship and the power of mouth breathing.

The discussion sheds light on how breathwork addresses vulnerabilities, offering a direct gateway to healing and transformation. Broader implications of breathwork are explored, including its revolutionary capacity to transcend societal norms and personal traumas...

What if you could unlock hidden reserves of resilience and energy simply by harnessing the power of your breath?

Our latest episode of Breathwork Magic offers just that, as we welcome Em Hollis to share her transformative journey through the world of Breathwork. Inspired by Joe Dispenza's teachings and sparked by a friend's passion for Wim Hof's methods, Em's path to self-discovery is both compelling and heartwarming. From finding her soulmate to experiencing profound emotional releases, Em's story illustrates how breathwork has become the crucial missing link in aligning spiritual meditation with physical presence.

We...

Could the key to unlocking focus, clarity, and emotional resilience lie in something as simple as breath? 

This episode features Tim Thomas, founder of Breathwork in Bed and a former member of the Australian Special Forces, who shares his journey of discovering the transformative power of conscious breathing. Tim explains how mastering Breathwork improved his sleep, energy levels, and overall well-being, offering profound insights into the connection between rest and the ability to serve others effectively.

The discussion delves into the science and practice of breathwork, highlighting its role in personal development, work performance, and a...

What if your breath could connect you to the natural elements and transform your well-being?

In this episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo welcomes Marcelle Vooms to share her transformative journey into Breathwork and its deep connection to air, water, fire, and earth. Marcelle reveals how her Breathwork practice helped her overcome fainting spells, manage anxiety, and discover clarity in her creative pursuits.

Listeners will be captivated by Marcelle’s unique barefoot sunrise hiking ritual in Los Angeles, inspired by the elements, and her deepening interest in astrology. Discover the life-changing power of Kurtis’s Brea...

In this episode of Breathwork Magic, your host, Amanda Russo, welcomes Heleliza, a Breathwork facilitator, healer, and Reiki master, to share her inspiring story of transformation. Heleliza opens up about her journey from the fast-paced world of New York City fashion and advertising to the healing shores of Bali, where she first discovered the life-changing power of Breathwork.

Amanda and Heleliza explore how Breathwork can create profound shifts, from physical healing to connecting with higher consciousness. They also discuss overcoming resistance, how Breathwork is accessible to everyone (not just those working through trauma), and the importance of...

In this powerful episode of Breathwork Magic, the first guest, Kristina Dion, a seasoned breathwork facilitator joins the show.
 
In this episode, Kristina and Amanda, explore the transformative and healing power of conscious, connected breathwork. Kristina shares her personal journey into breathwork, how it became her life’s calling, and the profound realizations it has helped her uncover along the way.

From addressing deeply buried traumas to recognizing patterns in relationships, Kristina explains how breathwork opens doors to personal healing and self-awareness... offering a safe space for profound emotional release and growth. 

Kristina and...

In this episode of Breathwork Magic, host Amanda Russo delves into her transformative journey with breathwork, revealing how this powerful practice has brought profound healing and personal revelations. She shares a life-changing experience during a plant medicine ceremony where breathwork surfaced hidden emotions that therapy couldn’t fully uncover, allowing her to confront and release subconscious burdens tied to past relationships. Amanda’s story highlights the potential of breathwork to reach deep-seated emotions and pave the way for forgiveness and emotional liberation.

Listeners will also hear about a particularly poignant breathwork session on the anniversary of A...

This is Breathwork Magic, conversations with individuals who have unlocked the life-changing power of Breathwork.

Hosted by Amanda Russo, a Certified Breathwork Facilitator, Reiki Practitioner, and the voice behind Manders Mindset.

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Dive into journeys of real individuals overcoming challenges, discovering inner peace, and embracing life-changing growth. Let’s breathe into new possibilities together!

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