Emotional Intelligence

Ep #163: Navigating Death, Loss, and the Human Experience of Grief with Michael Henri

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Grief is one of the most profound human experiences, yet many struggle to fully process and embrace it. In this episode, the speaker shares their personal journey of losing a close friend and the deep emotional impact that followed. They explore the universal nature of grief, whether it stems from the death of a loved […]

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Ep #162: Expectation vs. Reality: Building Resilience Through Mindset Shifts with Michael Henri

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Managing expectations can deeply impact our emotions and well-being. In this episode, Michael explores how unmet expectations—whether in relationships, work, or daily life—can lead to frustration, disappointment, or even physical stress. He explains how the brain’s predictive nature forms expectations and how a mismatch between expectations and reality triggers emotional responses, including a dopamine crash

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Ep #161: Stress, overwhelm, and growth: how to embrace life’s pressures with Michael Henri

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Stress and overwhelm are part of life, but how we approach them can make all the difference. This episode explores the transformative role of acceptance in managing these emotions. Stress is a natural response to challenges, but when it becomes chronic, it can harm both physical and mental health. Overwhelm, on the other hand, often

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Ep #160: Healing Trauma with Yoga and Psychedelics: Ping’s Inspiring Path with Ping

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Ping, a yoga teacher from Thailand, shares her transformative journey from growing up in chaotic Bangkok to finding healing and authenticity through yoga, psychedelics, and personal growth. After moving to Canada in her 20s, Ping began a profound exploration of altered states of consciousness, including experiences with psilocybin and DMT, which helped her confront themes of

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Ep #158: Annoyance, Frustration, Anger and Rage with Michael Henri

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Emotions like anger, frustration, and rage are part of the human experience, but how can we navigate them in a healthy way? In this episode, the guest dives deep into understanding these intense emotions, sharing practical tools to process them constructively and avoid their negative impacts on the body and mind. The discussion explores how

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Ep #155: Cultivating True Confidence: Building Pride and Self-Acceptance with Michael Henri

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Imagine reaching a 5,400-meter summit in the Himalayas, finding a powerful sense of pride that goes beyond the climb itself. In this episode, Michael shares insights from his journey about cultivating self-worth and finding balance between internal and external validation. Michael explores the importance of self-compassion and how we can appreciate ourselves without relying solely

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Ep #146: Unraveling Emotional Patterns: A Developmental Perspective with Dr. Brendan Doherty

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Discover how childhood shapes our emotional lives in this insightful discussion with Dr. Brendan Doherty, a clinical psychiatrist and yoga practitioner. Emotions start developing even before birth, but understanding and managing them is a lifelong journey. Dr. Brendan explains how early interactions with caregivers help children learn to regulate their emotions, laying the foundation for

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Ep #137: Balancing Energy and Boundaries with Cat Kabira

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Discover the intricate dynamics of energy work and personal boundaries with Cat Kabira in this insightful podcast episode. Cat delves into how unresolved issues can lead to projections that affect our interactions and energy fields during healing practices. She emphasizes the importance of awareness and striving for neutrality to manage these projections effectively. Cat discusses

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Ep #136: Embracing Challenges: Navigating Overwhelm and Setting Boundaries with Cat Kabira

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Dive into the enlightening conversation with Cat Kabira, a yoga teacher and energy practitioner, as she explores the subtle energies in yoga and their impact on mental health. The discussion highlights the importance of recognizing and managing overwhelm, emphasizing personalized approaches to grounding oneself to effectively navigate wellness practices. Cat shares insights on the detrimental

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Ep #118: How to Process Emotions with Katie Nesbitt

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In this week’s episode of the Going Pro Podcast, special guest Katie Nesbitt returns to the show to talk about trauma-informed yoga. Together with Michael, she explores the impact of trauma-informed yoga on healing and empowerment. They discuss the importance of movement to help students tap into their intuition, and various methods such as body

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Ep #117: Setting Personal Boundaries with Michael Henri

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In this first episode of 2024, Michael explores the concept of ‘boundaries’ in physical, mental and emotional spaces. He discusses the significance of setting healthy boundaries in various aspects of life, including parenting, community, work, and social life, to cultivate strength and balance in life. Michael shares his own experience of overworking and burnout, and

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Episode #114: Energy in Motion (Emotion) with Cat Kabira

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In this week’s episode, Cat Kabira returns to the show! In Episode #97 Michael and Cat talked about the energetic field, but this week ‘emotions’ are on the menu. They start off by talking about breathwork, heightened experiences, exploring the depths, but also about ‘coming back’ and being more ‘here’ and present in this world.

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