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

Michael OBrien | Mindfulness & Resilience Coach
Mindfulness
Resilience
Community Support
Love Your Brain
Connection
Kintsugi
Happiness
Mental Health
Personal Reinvention
Time Management
America
Social Justice
Healing
US Election
Women's Cycling
Traumatic Brain Injury
Community Building
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Pittsburgh
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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

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

Latest Episodes

What if bravery looked less like battle—and more like pursuing love, even when it feels uncertain?

In this special microdose meditation, Michael honors the late Rob Reiner with a heartfelt reflection on courage, compassion, and the pursuit of true l... more

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How do we bring light into a world that feels so dark?

With rising violence and ongoing global grief, many of us are searching for ways to cope, to heal, and to respond with more compassion. In this deeply calming episode, Michael guides a Tonglen m... more

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What if the path to healing isn’t about finding the right answers—but asking the right questions?

In this deeply inspiring conversation, Michael reconnects with Brianna Greenspan—author, advocate, and chronic illness warrior—who shares how powerful ... more

What if courage wasn’t something you had to chase—but something already within you, just waiting to be remembered?

In today’s microdose meditation, Michael guides you through a short but powerful practice to help you connect with your inner courage.... more

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Brianna Greenspan
Author and advocate for chronic illness awareness
Co-author of The Book of Questions: Living with Chronic Illness
Episode: #308 | The Power of Questions: How to Live Mindfully, Be Resilient, and Heal Through Self-Reflection with Brianna Greenspan
Lisa Congdon
Artist, author, cyclist, and advocate for awareness and action
Episode: #305 | Why Joy, Mindfulness and Resilience Matter in Hard Times with Artist & Cyclist Lisa Congdon
Eric Pickersgill
Photographer known for his project 'Removed'
Episode: #284 | What We Look Like Without Our Phones: What the ‘Removed’ Photo Series Reveals About Us with Eric Pickersgill
Kira Michelle
Meditation teacher and yoga instructor at Peloton
Peloton
Episode: #271 | How “Fitting Out” Became the Secret to Inspiring Others Build Resilience and Heal with Kirra Michel
Kristen Graham
Author and former Amazon executive passionate about the power of language.
Episode: #268 | Why Messy Conversations Matter More Than Polished Ones for Real Connection, Resilience, and Trauma Healing with Kristen Graham
Chip Conley
Founder of the Modern Elder Academy, hospitality entrepreneur, and author.
Modern Elder Academy
Episode: #262 | Building Resilience and Mindfulness in Mid-Life with Chip Conley
Becky Schmooke
Author of the book 'Choose the Handle That Holds', focusing on resilience and Stoicism.
Episode: 202 | Why “Motherf*ing Amor Fati” Is the Mindset Shift Every Survivor Needs for Resilience with Becky Schmooke
Kelly Cervantes
Author and advocate, sharing her journey of grief and healing after the loss of her daughter.
Blog called Inchstones; author of the book Normal Broken.
Episode: #171 | How Kelly Cervantes Found Purpose in Grief & the Mindset Shifts That Helped Her Heal
Miya Smith
Kintsugi artist with a background in metalsmithing.
Episode: #170 | How Kintsugi Teaches Us to Heal, Embrace Our Scars & Find Resilience

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Michael O'Brien
Host and mindfulness & resilience coach who focuses on personal growth through the metaphor of Kintsugi. O'Brien emphasizes the importance of self-love and emotional resilience in his coaching and podcasting.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 81 ratings
  • Amazing!

    This podcast is totally worth the listen and you will not be disappointed!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ENJ333
    United States9 months ago
  • Finding value with Michael

    I have been following Michael for the past year after reading about his accident and life changing times and being a fellow Peloton rider. I love listening to everything Michael puts out because he is so full of passion wanting others to truly enjoy life. He has taught me once again to take the time to pause breath and reflect as I go thru Peripheral neuropathy treatment and now taking the time to sit and heal from my 2nd total knee replacement. Because of him, I can sit and relax and listen an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pamneal
    United States9 months ago
  • Inspirational, Insightful, Uplifting, Comforting. Real. Well worth my time.

    When Episode #190 started, I thought, “Wow, that statement seems presumptuous!” Michael said he would share with me/us what we truly want. How would he know me? That’s a tall order! (Unintentional pun, for those who know me. 📏)

    And guess what? He knew and he delivered.

    Michael O’Brien can make bold statements because he brings the goods. He delivers with the background of his lived experiences, resilience, insights and unique delivery.

    In the past, Michael has masterfully interviewed ma... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    photog librarian
    United States9 months ago
  • Pause

    We all need to pause

    This podcast helps me pause and think what’s really important in today’s world. Love and kindness 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wanderer 0926
    United States9 months ago
  • Relaxing

    A safe place to unplug and unwind.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    TennisIsMyJam
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the host's ability to inspire and provide practical mindfulness techniques.
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#308 | The Power of Questions: How to Live Mindfully, Be Resilient, and Heal Through Self-Reflection with Brianna Greenspan
Q: Can you share more about how questions can really help us with stepping into who we are becoming through our illness and trauma?
Brianna discusses how self-reflective questions can change one's identity and outlook, helping people navigate their experiences.
#308 | The Power of Questions: How to Live Mindfully, Be Resilient, and Heal Through Self-Reflection with Brianna Greenspan
Q: Why this book and why now?
Brianna explains her book has been a long time coming, aiming to aid those suffering from chronic illness, especially in the post-pandemic era.
#284 | What We Look Like Without Our Phones: What the ‘Removed’ Photo Series Reveals About Us with Eric Pickersgill
Q: What advice would you have for folks on ways that they can stay more connected with us humans?
Eric suggests asking for help from those closest to you to be more intentional about your relationships without devices, fostering connections.
#277 | If You Had an Extra Hour a Day, What Would You Do? | A Mindfulness Reframe
Q: If you had an extra hour every day, what would you do with it?
Listeners are encouraged to reflect on how they would utilize an extra hour, with common responses focusing on health, spending time with friends, or being in nature.
#271 | How “Fitting Out” Became the Secret to Inspiring Others Build Resilience and Heal with Kirra Michel
Q: What would you want this source, higher power or God, to say to you when you first meet up with them again?
Kira imagines receiving a pat on the back and being told, 'you did a good kid.'

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Focusing on mindfulness and personal growth, this series encourages listeners to embrace the concept of Kintsugi, the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold. It highlights that healing is less about returning to a previous self and more about evolving into a stronger, wiser individual. The host shares insights on overcoming common challenges such as self-doubt and perfectionism by engaging in practices like microdose meditation, mindfulness, breathwork, and gratitude. Regular episodes aim to inspire listeners to cultivate emotional resilience, self-love, and confidence, fostering a sense of community around shared experiences of healing and transformation.

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2. Lisa Congdon
3. Eric Pickersgill
4. Kira Michelle
5. Kristen Graham
6. Chip Conley
7. Becky Schmooke
8. Kelly Cervantes

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