One of the most important biological processes is breathing. According to experts, an average resting adult breaths about 12-20 times per minute - up to 28,800 breaths per day! However, these breaths are done unconsciously by many. But it's possible to harness your breath to become more aware of your body, your state of mind, and the present moment. For over three decades, Monika Reimann has trained in Conscious Breathing, from being a singer of the Children's Radio Choir Berlin, a practitioner of Yoga and Pranayama, and as part of an Indonesian martial art called Satria Nusantara. In addition, she worked as a professional Bodyworker in various countries and is now combining these skills as Breathwork Facilitator in the highest-ranked wellness retreat in Bali catering to the world's financial elite. Stephen Renton is an acclaimed business and technology consultant, author and speaker who has helped international organizations, NGOs, and private clients accomplish their missions. Past clients across multiple industries include the United Nations, the World Health Organization, blue chips such as Price Waterhouse and Hewlett Packard, investment banks such as Barclays Capital and Sarasin Chiswell, and government organizations such as The Scottish Executive and the National Health Service. Monika and Stephen are the co-founders of The Peak Flow Academy, which teaches high-performance business leaders and entrepreneurs how to use non-ordinary states of consciousness and take their business, health and personal life to new levels quickly and effectively, with guaranteed results. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/350