109. Stressed Out Dad? 3 Breathing Techniques to Reset Your Day

Mindful Life Changes: Weekly Affirmations For Midlife

Dads, this one's for you. Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or like you can't turn off your mind after a long day? In this special Father's Day episode, discover three simple breathing techniques specifically designed for busy, overwhelmed fathers who need practical stress relief that actually works.

Host Valerie Mekki addresses the gap in self-care content for dads, sharing her own father's story of chronic stress and how simple breathing exercises might have transformed his well-being. Learn Box Breathing for instant reset, 4-7-8 Breathing for better sleep and quick calm-downs, and Power Breathing for energized focus—all techniques used by Navy SEALs, athletes, and first responders.

These aren't "woo-woo" practices but practical tools that take 3-5 minutes max and can be done anywhere—in your car before walking into the house, during your morning routine, or when you're lying awake at 2 AM. Discover when and where to use each technique, plus how taking care of yourself actually helps your entire family. You matter too, and strong dads take care of themselves. Press play for the stress relief you deserve.

Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers.
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