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Running a business can be very stressful, as you may already know.

When stress kicks in, it can impact both your body and mind, affecting how well you work.

If it’s not managed, it can lead to loss of focus, missed opportunities, and even burnout, which can prevent your business from growing.

The good news is, there's a simple yet effective way to manage stress called Breathwork.

This technique helps you regain control and stay calm during the daily hustle.

But what is breathwork exactly?

How is it different from regular breathing?

How does it help manage stress?

And how can you make sure you're doing it correctly?

In this episode, John Hall and I break down a number of powerful strategies for managing stress, including mastering breathwork, avoiding getting locked in “survival mode” and shifting focus to positivity and gratitude.

John is a Breathwork & Embodiment Coach and a 30-year Fortune 100 tech leader. He left corporate life to cultivate the relationships and purpose that drive fulfillment. Now, he coaches executives and entrepreneurs via a science-backed methodology blending neural science, breathwork, and somatic practices to manage stress, boost self-confidence, and unlock potential.

We discuss: (timestamps)

02:35 The Impact of stress on business performance

04:53 The physical effects of chronic stress

09:53 B.P.M: Breath, Physiology and Mindset

20:07 Identifying daily stressors and how to overcome them

21:15 How to shift negative thoughts

23:09 Breathwork in Action

27:37 Relaxation tips during stressful moments

30:26 Tapping as a stress-relief technique

35:26 The quickest way to get yourself to relax right now

Resources:
John Hall, Breathwork & Embodiment Coach
https://johnhallcoaching.com/

Email:
john@johnhallcoaching.com

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnthomashall/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/johnhallcoaching/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/johnhallcoaching/

Speaking + Media Inquiries:
https://quick.callwithjohnhall.com

Other resources mentioned in this episode:

Amy Cuddy
https://www.amycuddy.com/

Daniel Kahneman
https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555

Kathy Svetina, Fractional CFO:
https://www.newcastlefinance.us/

Blog post | Mastering Business Stress with Breathwork
https://www.newcastlefinance.us/listen/mastering-business-stress-with-breathwork/

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