Unveiling Masculine Mental Health and the Healing Power of Breathwork

Laughing Through The Pain: Navigating Wellness

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As we sat down with Jamie Clements, one of the UK's most esteemed breathwork and men's worker, we ventured into the depths of mental health and the transformative powers of breathwork. Jamie's raw and powerful narrative of overcoming anxiety, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts through breathwork illuminates the often untold stories of struggle that many face in silence. This conversation unfurls the essence of his journey, shaping the landscape for a profound discussion on individual mental health and the paths to holistic healing.
Our dialogue traverses the landscapes of our own mental health experiences, shedding light on the liberation found in vulnerability and the importance of personalized healing journeys. As we unpack the varied therapeutic modalities, from IFS to psychedelics, and their impact on men's mental health, we emphasize the recent shift towards actionable change in therapy. The dialogue unfolds to reveal the critical relationship between our nervous system and practices like breathwork and cold exposure, underscoring the significance of a comprehensive approach to wellbeing.
The episode culminates with a dive into the breathwork industry's ethical landscape, navigating the fine balance between the spread of this powerful tool and ensuring high standards of practice. Jamie and Richard weigh in on the industry’s future, exploring the evolution of both breathwork training and podcasting. This heart-to-heart is not just a peek into the mechanics of breathwork but a call to action for anyone seeking to enhance their mental and emotional wellness. Join us for a conversation that could very well be the breath of fresh air you've been looking for.
04.09 - Link to The Breath Space
https://thebreathspace.co.uk/
19.55 - Link to Jules Evans, Unattached Burdons and IFS
https://www.ecstaticintegration.org/p/does-internal-family-systems-implant/comments
20.10 - Link to Richard Schwartz; No Bad Parts
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/55384168
21.12 - Link to CBT statistics regarding ineffectiveness with anxiety
* Correction it is 49% of people respond to CBT with anxiety not 40%
link to the study by Loerine et al 2015
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26319194/
21.27 - Link to Ryan Parks
https://www.instagram.com/themenscoach.co.uk/
30.11 - Link to Chris Williamson TheTinMen Episode
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GttH7hScu4g
34.07 - Link to Chris Bumstead on Chris Williamson podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AncMbHY6b2A
35.10 - Link to Rich Blake episode of Man Down podcast
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jamie-clements/episodes/15-Richard-Blake-Bio-hacking--Plant-Medicine-and-Holistic-Therapy-egkm08/a-a22ou3v
49.51 - Link to Richard L Blake Oral Public Defense taking place June 4th 2024 - 7pm UK time
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7194817794683596800/
50.49 - Link to James Dowler socials
https://www.instagram.com/breathewithjames/
1.01.37 - Link to Breathwork Mastery Course
https://xpknjugq7m0.typeform.com/to/FTCNBzuS?typeform-source=thebreathspace.co.uk
1.08.18 - Link to the Boy’s Toilets Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-boys-toilets-podcast-with-james-oliver/id1721526148
1.13.45 - Link Jamie Clements socials
https://www.instagram.com/the_breath_space/

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Capitole

1. Journey Into Breathwork and Mental Health (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Mental Health and Wellbeing (00:07:59)

3. Exploring Mental Health and Therapy Options (00:15:06)

4. Exploring Men's Mental Health and Wellness (00:22:10)

5. Navigating Nervous System and Breathwork (00:37:46)

6. Breathwork Practice and Challenges (00:45:41)

7. The Power of Breathwork and Healing (00:52:11)

8. Holistic Approach to Breathwork Training (01:01:47)

9. Breathwork Course and Podcasting Journey (01:05:06)