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A 7-week program to help you become your greatest version. Nick and I are beginning on January 1. Prices increase: alignmentacademy.co Episode 466. Today we dove into Nick's Vortex Method, how it helped him heal from injuries and master his energy, and why holding your breath can literally make your heart stronger. Nick even shared some insane stories - like passing out during breathwork (while driving, no less) and how he turned those experiences into a transformative practice anyone can use. My X: https://x.com/heydannymiranda My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydannymiranda/ Nick's X: https://x.com/basedethos Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basedethos/ Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:08 - Meditation and the path to alignment 0:38 - Recognizing your gifts and stepping into purpose 1:59 - Introducing Nick’s virtual breathwork sessions 3:16 - Exploring focus and healing through breathwork 4:16 - Feeling energy shifts with guided breathwork 5:55 - Designing a day in alignment 6:34 - When Nick’s alignment journey began 8:14 - The power of breakthrough moments 11:13 - Discovering your unique gift 12:21 - Building trust in your practice 13:18 - Breathing for optimal energy flow 14:56 - Unlocking diaphragmatic breathing 17:48 - Surrender and the art of letting go 19:16 - Reading energy fields for deeper connection 21:01 - Self-awareness as the key to alignment 23:02 - Recharging through mindful breathwork 27:37 - Daily habits for sustained alignment 29:00 - Danny’s meditation journey 31:00 - Why alignment begins with self-acceptance 33:00 - Breathwork as the entry point to presence 36:00 - Progress through intentional practice 37:26 - Breath-holding and the science of transformation 39:08 - How breathwork improves heart and mind alignment 43:00 - Tuning into the wisdom of your body 45:06 - Introducing the Vortex Method 47:34 - Balancing sympathetic and parasympathetic states 50:06 - Committing to 30 days of transformation 54:16 - Overcoming imbalance and finding harmony 56:41 - Why Alignment Academy can change your life 58:20 - The safety of breathwork practices 1:02:00 - Breathwork as a mental reset 1:05:15 - Nick’s wildest breathwork moments 1:08:30 - Reframing stress through breath awareness 1:11:00 - Aligning your body and mind in daily life 1:15:25 - How to access the Vortex Breath Method 1:18:00 - The power of consistency in breathwork 1:20:45 - Creating energy flow through focused breathwork 1:24:10 - Daily routines for peak alignment 1:27:45 - How breathwork rewires the nervous system 1:31:00 - Nick’s journey from self-healing to teaching 1:34:30 - Exploring the relationship between mind and body 1:38:00 - Overcoming fear and doubt through breathwork 1:42:10 - The long-term benefits of mindful breathing 1:46:30 - Danny reflects on his own alignment journey 1:50:15 - Closing thoughts: The breath as a tool for transformation

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Episode 465. After a 6 month break from the podcast, I sat down with my friend Nick Sweeney. Nick and I explore courage, alignment, and the breakthroughs of embracing resistance. 

We talk about breathwork, purpose, and the power of community in creating transformation. If you want to step into your highest self, this is for you.

My X: https://x.com/heydannymiranda 

My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydannymiranda

Nick's X: https://x.com/basedethos

Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basedethos

Chapters:

00:10 Back After a 6-Month Break

01:22 Navigating Breakup and Breakthrough Moments

02:56 The Role of Friendship in Overcoming Life's Challenges

04:35 The Evolution of Partnership and Shared Purpose

09:32 What Makes Austin a Magnet for Growth and Transformation

11:45 Vibrations and the Power of True Connection

13:44 The Impact of What You Do Behind Closed Doors

16:39 Resistance as a Signal for Growth

18:06 The Healing Power of Community at the Retreat

20:45 First Breathwork Session and Overcoming Fear

27:00 Lessons from Courage and Living on the Edge

34:10 The Trap of I’ll Be Happy When

37:43 Aligning Your Life with Love and Purpose

41:00 The Role of Community and Accountability in Transformation

46:26 Facing Resistance and Accepting Your Truth

55:21 Courage as the Catalyst for Change

1:00:27 Trusting Intuition and Surrendering to the Process

1:07:40 The Synergy of Opposite Strengths in Partnerships

1:13:03 Synchronicities and Divine Timing in Business and Life

1:17:34 Living on the Razor’s Edge of Intuition and Analysis

1:23:11 Breaking Free from Old Patterns to Embrace Growth

1:28:45 The Courage to Take the First Step Toward Change

1:33:12 Building a Container for Collective Transformation

1:39:08 Who Is Programming You and Holding You Back

1:43:45 Recognizing and Releasing Limiting Beliefs

1:49:12 Overcoming Fear and Living in Alignment with Faith

1:55:01 Final Thoughts on Courage, Purpose, and Partnership

Just a Skype audio call with a dear friend (https://x.com/ComedicBizman). https://x.com/heydannymiranda

Judson is a former Navy SEAL, seasoned entrepreneur, and transformational coach. In this episode, we talk about why men need to become emotionally vulnerable, how he went from being a Navy SEAL to a transformative Coach for the Modern Man, and his 4 step process on how you can live a more fulfilled life. My info: My Twitter: https://twitter.com/heydannymiranda My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydannymiranda/ Judson's info: https://www.judsonkauffman.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/judsonkauffman/ Timestamps: 00:00 Maintaining physical and mental wellness is crucial. 09:02 Energy source for 400 years, pendulum swinging. 15:48 Compartmentalization, shutting down emotions, lack of spirituality. 16:38 Increasing wealth led to loss of joy. 23:33 Journey to transformation, choosing a new path. 29:24 Cultivate self-compassion, identify patterns, and express forgiveness. 34:40 Friends' encouragement led to a professional realization. 39:09 Clinicians must acknowledge bias, coaches should not. 46:07 Betrayal for being open and trusting. 51:28 Ignoring problems leads to inevitable consequences. 56:41 Emotions and intuition result from complex brain processing. 01:00:28 Grateful for your vulnerability and impactful work.

Cal Callahan is an entrepreneur and podcast host. In this episode, he shares his transformative journey from a successful trading career to a path of deeper self-discovery and healing.

My Twitter: https://twitter.com/heydannymiranda 

My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heydannymiranda/

Cal's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cal.callahan/

Cal's Website: https://www.thegreatunlearn.com/

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Hosting My Second Men's Retreat

05:11 Admiration for Cal

12:12 Cal's Journey

18:59 Feeling Alive

26:07 Struggling to Balance roles,

31:52 Fear of being seen as inadequate persists.

32:53 Sharing deep feelings with her transformed relationship.

42:15 Sharing relatable experiences with athletes and challenges.

43:40 I bridge the gap and build connections.

50:36 Becoming aware, examining, and undoing unconscious beliefs.

58:11 Seeking approval, hiding truth, and sugarcoating behavior.

01:02:18 Creating independence, not repeating childhood patterns.

01:08:58 Balance self-criticism with being your own fan.

01:13:32 Continuous personal growth and self-love journey.

01:15:40 Wishing for all to increase presence, freedom.

Will Ahmed is the founder of WHOOP a recovery-focused fitness tracker. 

In this episode, we explore the balance between ambition and gratitude, how Amazon copied his product, and the impact of personal choice in life and business. 

00:00 Intro

00:36 The Impact of Meditation on Will's Life

05:15 Learning to Meditate is a Superpower

06:48 Controlling Your Mind With a Mantra

10:50 How to Sleep Better

14:00 Lebron James Wearing WHOOP

15:30 The Yoyo of Entrepreneurship

19:00 The Power of Gratitude

21:00 The Danger of Chasing Goals

25:30 What Will is Struggling With Today

29:30 What makes WHOOP different

33:02 How to Come Up With Great Ideas

35:40 The Best Feature of a WHOOP

37:07 How Phil Knight Inspired Will

38:33 Nike's Brand Impact on Consumers.

43:30 Amazon Copied WHOOP

49:03 How to Be a Leader in a Crisis

51:41 Building a Strong Brand

54:05 Unlocking Human Performance

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John Shahidi is the president of Happy Dad.

In this episode we dive into the importance of health, spirituality, and maintaining close family ties, how the social media landscape is changing, and the delicate balance between promoting products like alcohol and encouraging a culture of health and wellness.

Timestamps:

00:30 Intro

00:00 John's Weight Loss Journey

07:38 Starting early on social media

15:46 John's childhood

20:00 Having a positive attitude and joy.

23:25 Gratitude for God

31:32 YouTube is the best platform

34:40 Create your own ecosystem

41:38 Joining trends too late

48:32 How to come up with new ideas

51:49 Hard liquor sales are down

56:31 Prioritize faith, family, health, and kindness

1:04:45 Having Valuable Friendships

1:05:48 How to have a healthy lifestyle

1:13:10 How John's wife transforms him

Recorded on January 9, 2024

Diego Perez is a meditator and #1 New York Times bestselling author who is widely known on Instagram and various social media networks through his pen name, Yung Pueblo. Online he has an audience of over 3 million people. His writing focuses on the power of self-healing, creating healthy relationships, and the wisdom that comes when we truly work on knowing ourselves. His first two books, Inward and Clarity & Connection were both instant bestsellers. Diego's third book, Lighter, debuted as a #1 New York Times best seller. He has sold over 1 million books worldwide that have been translated into over 25 languages. Diego's fourth book, The Way Forward, was released on October 10th, 2023.