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In this inspiring episode, host Sean Fargo speaks with Anthony Abbagnano — visionary breathwork pioneer, founder of Alchemy of Breath, and author of the upcoming book Outer Chaos, Inner Calm. Together, they explore how conscious, connected breathing can guide us from trauma to presence, from chaos to calm.
From a painful childhood in a British boarding school to becoming a global leader in trauma-informed breathwork, Anthony shares his remarkable personal journey. With stories, embodied wisdom, and practical tools, he makes a compelling case for why the breath may be the most accessible and transformative resource we have for healing, self-awareness, and spiritual growth.
Whether you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or a sense of disconnection, this conversation reveals how the breath can reconnect us with forgotten parts of ourselves, accelerate trauma integration, and cultivate resilience.
This episode is sponsored by the Mindfulness Exercises Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification. Learn more about this unique, online, self-paced program at mindfulnessexercises.com/certify
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Show Notes:
How Early Trauma Shaped Anthony’s Journey
Anthony recalls growing up in a British boarding school where painful experiences left deep emotional wounds. These early traumas, while difficult, eventually became the catalyst for his lifelong exploration into healing. Breathwork emerged as the pathway that not only supported his recovery but inspired him to share this gift with others.
Conscious Connected Breath as a Path to Presence
Unlike casual breath awareness, conscious connected breath is a deliberate practice that helps us uncover hidden parts of ourselves. Anthony describes it as both a mirror — reflecting what we’ve forgotten — and a bridge — reconnecting us to presence and wholeness.
Breathwork and Trauma Integration
Talk therapy can take years to process traumatic memories, but Anthony explains how breathwork can accelerate healing by engaging the body and nervous system directly. Through deep breathing, individuals often access and release emotions that words alone cannot reach.
Navigating Grief, Anxiety, and Disconnection
Anthony shares how breath becomes a steadying tool for those moving through grief and anxiety. By consciously breathing through difficult emotions, we can reconnect to a sense of safety, calm, and spiritual belonging.
Training Facilitators with Integrity
Through Alchemy of Breath, Anthony has trained countless facilitators around the globe. His method emphasizes trauma-informed teaching, ensuring that facilitators hold space with depth, compassion, and integrity. This commitment safeguards the transformative potential of breathwork.
Connect with Anthony Abbagnano
🌐 Alchemy of Breath 📘 Outer Chaos, Inner Calm 📦 Media Kit
📱 Instagram: @alchemyofbreath
