9th June 2025
#457: Getting High Without Drugs: The Incredible Power of Breathwork With Samantha Skelly

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Summary

In this episode, Mark reunites with breathwork pioneer and somatic coach Samantha Skelly for a transformative deep dive into the radical healing potential of the breath. Together, they explore how breathwork not only calms the nervous system but unlocks deep self-awareness, facilitates emotional release, and catalyzes true relational intimacy. From laugh-out-loud moments to raw insights on trauma, triggers, and embodiment, this conversation unveils how breath can be your most potent medicine, dopamine dealer, and spiritual compass. If you’re craving a practice that awakens your body’s wisdom, heals your past, and upgrades your relationships—this is your invitation to breathe deep and tune in.

 

Samantha Skelly is a powerhouse entrepreneur, international speaker, bestselling author, and the visionary Founder & CEO of Pause Breathwork—the world’s leading breathwork brand. With over a decade of experience in spiritual and personal transformation, Samantha has impacted the lives of over 500,000 people through her trauma-informed approach to healing and awakening via somatic breathwork. She is the host of the Can’t Be Contained podcast and the creator of the Pause Breathwork App, a revolutionary tool empowering users to regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with their innate wisdom.

 


Discover

0:00 Intro: Exploring breath and its relationship

5:26 Breathwork exercise: Connecting mind and body

13:14 Benefits of breathwork in relationships

19:41 Healthy love vs chasing fireworks

25:21 Commitment and freedom in relationships

37:47 Somatic approach to healing

44:59 Compassion as fuel for healing

51:43 Breath and expanding emotional capacity

56:13 Closing remarks and contact information


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