Mindfulness Unscripted with Jon Orsini

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  Surviving to Thriving - Master your Nervous System w Breathwork 06.08.2026 13p

  This matcha fueled rant hits on many concepts but all coming back to two central themes:1) Penetrate one thing deeply enough and reveal the whole universe, and2) Creating space for responsiveness (rather than reactivity) leads to new choices in relationship, and interaction by interaction we can re-pattern our nervous system to move from surviving to thriving.It all begins with breath.🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes - Mindfulness UnscriptedJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief #somatichealing #meditation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Simplifying Meditation for Real Life - find your Horizon & learn how to Anchor 29.07.2026 11p

  Meditation is not complicated and it makes your life infinitely better. Here's how.🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly episodes - Mindfulness UnscriptedJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief #somatichealing #meditation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Guided Somatic Breathwork for Letting Go - Release What You're Carrying (10 minutes) 22.07.2026 10p

  This practice is different - it is not just calming.. It can be deep and intensive and is best suited for those ready to release what's holding you back and transform into a new, fully embodied way of being.*Not appropriate if you are pregnant or epileptic. Consult your doctor if you have questions.In this practice:• Somatic breathwork for emotional & physical release• Nervous system regulation in real time• Letting go of stored tension• Reconnecting to your body and deeper wisdom🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief #somatichealing #nervoussystem #embodiment #mindfulness #healing #selfregulation #lettinggo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Coming Home to the Wisdom of your Heart - Radical Transformation (the Kripalu way) with Jess Frey 15.07.2026 51p

  Convo with Jess Frey - Veteran Kripalu facilitator, educator, life coach, artist, and vocalist. She has been connected to Kripalu for 18 years and has an enthusiasm for connection, community, self discovery, compassionate inquiry, and individual and collective transformation. IG: _jessfrey_ , FB: jessfreyyogaThe Medicine of Sound Healing & Somatic Breathwork (guided by Jess Frey and Jon Orsini) - kripalu.orgJuly 31st - August 2nd, December 11th - 13th🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief #somatichealing This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Why You Feel Stuck in Fight or Flight (and Can’t Relax) 09.07.2026 3p

  You can't think your way out of it. Signal safety to your body with these breathwork techniques.Nervous system transformation comes from consistency and repetition.Much love and reach out anytime!🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Holding Space vs Being Held: Healing Hypervigilance & Nervous System Dysregulation 09.07.2026 8p

  As much as we want to push our timeline of healing and transformation, there is only one way to negotiate with the nervous system - creating space.🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Stop trying to be Calm - Become Dynamic instead (Why breathwork wins) 08.07.2026 7p

  Solo ep: Calmness is the byproduct of developing the dynamic range of your nervous system. Here is the most effective way to get there.🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#breathwork #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystemregulation #anxietyrelief #kripalucenter #stressrelief This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Can Stress be Healthy? Why am I Yawning so much? Breathwork during Menstruation? Breathwork FAQ Pt 2 07.07.2026 16p

  Solo ep: Questions I get asked frequently as a breathwork guide - FAQ Part 2Also - the three pillars of calm breathing & treating negative energy as a parasite🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#somaticbreathwork #nervoussystem #nervoussystemhealing #nervoussystemregulation #somatichealing #breathwork #breathworkhealing #breathworkfaq #breathworkforbeginners #womenswellness #hormonehealth #stressmanagement #goodstress #eustress #yawning #vagusnerve #guidedbreathing #anxietyrelief #traumahealing #selfregulation #somatictherapy #parasympatheticnervoussystem #polyvagaltheory #stressrelief #nervoussystemreset #consciousness #transformation #healingjourney #embodiment #kripalu #holotropicbreathwork #consciousconnectedbreathing This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Will I Cry? Why do I absorb other people's Energy? Should I Practice Daily? Breathwork FAQ - Pt 1 06.07.2026 20p

  Solo ep: Questions I get asked most as a breathwork guide (FAQ - Pt 1)Why you may feel overwhelmed or absorb other people’s energy/emotions note: in addition to habitual caretaker roles and empathic, highly sensitive personality traits, hyper vigilance may be a trauma response🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#somaticbreathwork #nervoussystem #nervoussystemhealing #nervoussystemregulation #somatichealing #breathwork #breathworkhealing #breathworkfaq #breathworkforbeginners #holistichealing #emotionalrelease #highlysensitiveperson #hsp #empathhealing #anxietyrelief #traumahealing #selfregulation #guidedbreathing #breathworkmeditation #somatictherapy #parasympatheticnervoussystem #polyvagaltheory #stressrelief #nervoussystemreset #consciousness #transformation #healingjourney #embodiment #mindfulness #kripalu #mindfulnessmeditation #guidedbreathing #meditation #traumainformed #MindBodyConnection #MentalWellness #EmotionalHealth This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Five minute Morning Breathwork - Start your Day Grounded & Focused 03.07.2026 4p

  You don't need a complicated morning routine - all you need is five minutes and your breath. You can do this in bed before reaching for your phone.This practice will help you start your day grounded, present, empowered and focused - so you can be responsive rather than reactive, and not get pushed around by other people's nonsense or the doom scroll before you've even had coffee.🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#somaticbreathwork #nervoussystem #nervoussystemhealing #nervoussystemregulation #somatichealing #breathwork #breathworkhealing #morningroutine #morningbreathwork #morningreset #5minutemorning #andrewhuberman #guidedbreathing #breathworkmeditation #anxietyrelief #stressrelief #nervoussystemreset #embodiment #mindfulness #consciousness #transformation #selfregulation #somatictherapy #parasympatheticnervoussystem #polyvagaltheory #healingjourney #traumahealing #anxietyhealing #somatichealing #kripalu #breathworkforbeginners This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Why Somatic Breathwork Works (When Nothing Else Does) 02.07.2026 9p

  Solo Reflection: If you've tried it all - talk therapy... meditation... journaling... medication - and still feel stuck - this is for you🌐 Work with me: jonorsini.com🔔 Subscribe for weekly videosJon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better#somaticbreathwork #nervoussystem #nervoussystemhealing #nervoussystemregulation #somatichealing #breathwork #breathworkhealing #kripalu #wellness #mindfulness #embodiment #consciousness #transformation #healingjourney #anxietyrelief #anxietyhealing #traumahealing #selfregulation #breathworkmeditation #guidedbreathing #somatictherapy #parasympatheticnervoussystem #polyvagaltheory #stressrelief #nervoussystemreset #breathworkforbeginners #somaticbreathworkguide #mindfulnessmeditation #guidedbreathing #meditation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Kripalu Behind the Curtain - Sacred Leadership, Shadow side of Wellness, Animism & Live your Message 01.07.2026 1ó 14p

  Convo with Ellen Rose - the humble wizard behind Kripalu’s magic - 18 year Kripalu veteran, animist and spirit worker focused on empowerment. Her practice explores what it means to be fully alive through embodiment and awareness practices, relationship and deep listening. ellen-rose.comWe have a wide-ranging conversation about sacred community, the shadow side of the wellness industry, indigenous wisdom, personal power, and what it means to live in integrity in a complicated world.Topics covered:* The inner workings of Kripalu Center and its mission today* Mindful leadership and team accountability* The shadow side of the wellness industry* Regenerative community models* Animism, shamanic work and Norse/Heathenry traditions* Indigenous lineage — Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall Kimmerer* Power-over vs personal life force* Protecting your energy and developing internal trust* Embodiment and meeting yourself with compassion and love* Becoming a healthy cell in the organism of the worldWork with me: jonorsini.comSubscribe for weekly episodes (inspiring convos, solo reflections, and free guided practices)Jon Orsini is a somatic breathwork guide on the faculty at Kripalu Center & award-winning Broadway actor helping you regulate in real time to feel, perform and live better. jonorsini.com#kripalu #kripaluyoga #sacredleadership #wellness #shadowwork #animism #somaticbreathwork #nervoussystem #mindfulness #embodiment #indigenouswisdom #spiritwork #breathwork #wellnessindustry #integrity #yoga #meditation #consciousness #transformation #healingjourney This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  7-Minute Body Scan for Anxiety & Sleep (Breath-Based Bedtime Meditation) 06.05.2026 7p

  Guided Practice: When anxiety keeps your mind running at night, this 7-minute breath-based body scan gives it somewhere gentle to land.Lie down in bed, close your eyes, and follow along. Soft background music guides you through a slow scan of the body, using your breath to release tension and quiet racing thoughts.No experience needed. No effort required. Just press play.Episode length: 7 minutes Best for: bedtime, anxiety relief, winding down How to listen: in bed, lights off, headphones or low volumeMindfulness Unscripted is a podcast for people who want inspiring convos, insights and practical tools for anxiety, sleep, everyday stress and embodied transformation - no fluff, no filler.Subscribe on YouTube, Substack, Spotify or Apple.Work with me: jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  People Meet You at the Depth they've Met Themselves (Stress Less & Do More, Reiki & Energy Healing...) 03.05.2026 1ó 20p

  Convo w Anabel Tonkovic - a former corporate professional turned Quantum Reiki Master and astrologer. She is the founder of Nuna Therapy, where she helps people shift their energy and return to a more awakened, centered and aligned state.nunatherapy.com - Code: WELCOME20facebook - nunatx, instagram - nunatherapy Check out The Self Within Podcast with Anabel: “#18: Regulating your Nervous System through Breathwork with Jon Orsini”Topics/Notes:rick rubin and creative inspirationthe utility of selfishnessfinding your voice and your audienceyou can only take clients the depth you’ve gone yourselfpeople meet you at the depth they’ve met themselvesreiki, practical astrology, energy healinghow to understand yourselfyear of the horse, chinese astrologyyear one energychakras - overactive vs underactivepragmatism of ancient practices“the world is full of magical things patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper” - wb yeatshow to best allocate your time as a wellness entrepreneurnature and communitygroup power is stronger to willpowerwellness entrepreneur as a Mom and caretakermindful parentingleaving corporate life behindeffectively and realistically balancing work and well beingStress Less, Do More by Emily FletcherAnodea Judith: ChakrasSalted Soul Salt Cave - Acton, MAWork with Me - jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  Art as an Act of Service - How Art & Theater Heal 02.04.2026 1ó

  Convo with Will Reynolds - Award-winning musical theatre artist committed to spreading the idea that “art is an act of service.” IG: willcreynolds willreynoldsonline.comWork with me: jonorsini.comSubscribe for weekly videos This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  How to Find Your Life Purpose (Dharma) – Practical Tools for Clarity & Alignment 28.02.2026 48p

  Convo w Ilana Beigel (Kripalu faculty) - a yoga, meditation, and dharma teacher and psychotherapist-in-training. Through ancient practices made relevant for today, she helps people reconnect with who they truly are and live with joy, clarity, and ease. IG: @ilanabeigel , ilanab.comTopics:journal prompts for life purpose self discoveryStephen Cope - the great work of your lifethe story we carry in our soulpath, soul and purposeyour mess is your message, your mess is your magicthe obstacle becomes the wayVictor Frankel Man’s Search for MeaningRISE resilience training - Kripalu CenterButterfly effectsurviving vs thrivingpractice makes progresswork with me - jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  The Business of Acting with Krystina Bailey Brawer 12.02.2026 59p

  Convo w Krystina Bailey Brawer - an award-winning actress known for her work on “The Savant” starring Jessica Chastain, “Beyond the Gates” (CBS), “The L Word: Generation Q” (Showtime), Jordan Peele’s “Weird City” (YouTube Premium), “Blue Bloods” (CBS), and “The Family Business” (BET+). A graduate of Manhattanville College with a double major in theater and education, and a holder of a Business of Entertainment Certificate from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, she has starred in six independent films, co-producing one that received multiple honors including an “Award of Recognition” from the Accolade Global Film Competition. Her play “Showtime” earned her a nomination for Best Playwright in the Midtown International Theater Festival, and her book “Actors! What You Need to Know Before Moving to LA” hit #1 in Amazon’s Performing Arts Industry new releases.Website: Actorswhatyouneed.comSocials: @krystinabaileybrawer (on all platforms)Notes:the business side of actinggetting an agentcreate your own opportunitiesthe savant apple tv with Jessica Chastainhow to get your own train movingtaking control of your own careerindustry shift - streaming services and aisoap operasline memorizing tips“diving board” memorization techniqueplayfulness in the workwork with me - jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  A Second Chance at Life: Post Traumatic Growth & a Formula for Inspired Decision Making 29.01.2026 1ó 5p

  Convo: Rhonda Robinson is a mindfulness guide, life-coach and reiki master who supports people in reconnecting with their essential selves while embracing (rather than bypassing) this human experience. She enjoys long-distance train travel, dancing in the rain, meaningful connection and pondering the unanswerable questions of being human.Website: rhondarobinson.netEmail: connect@rhondarobinson.netSocial Media: intentionally abstaining in favor of other types of connectionTopics:Overcoming illness - a second chance at lifeA process for inspired decision making (simple, heart centered, effective)Logic vs feelingAppeasing the logical mindEnforcing loving boundariesPractical tools for anger expressionRumi - when we start to walk on the way, the way appearsFollowing your soul’s sparkleHow to make decisions when the way isn’t clearSpiritual platitudes/bypassing vs practical perspectivesTaking the sh*t of life and making it fertilizerTurning sh*t into fertilizerPost traumatic growthLove vs fearBoundaries, defining themSecure attachment, conflict, deepening relationships“Breaking Surface” by Mark NepoLet no one keep you from your journey - deep self loveOvercoming cultural and family conditioningWayne DyerLosing ego identity - finding core identityLessons from the brink of deathThe need to be seenSelf observation without judgementClarity and effective solutionsResponding vs reacting“We can’t solve a problem from the same level of thinking that created it” - EinsteinExpressing anger, practices to healthfully express angerHealing happens in the presence of an empathetic witnessDr. Peter LevineDavid ElliottSteven JaggersWiliam BlakeBeing hooked on emotionsPranayama by YoganandAnger as an enforcement of boundariesCatalyzing anger into productivityReturning to essential natureMartha Beck, Wayfinder Life Coachingwork with me: jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  If you Hate, they Win - Catalyzing Anger into Hope & more... 22.01.2026 1ó 24p

  Convo - Walter Anderson is a former Marine sergeant and Vietnam veteran, an American editor, author and playwright, best known as the former editor-in-chief and CEO of Parade Magazine. His impact and influence has been felt in magazine and newspaper media as well as through five books including the bestsellers Meant To Be and The Confidence Course and three plays: “Talkin’ Stuff” a one-man show he performed at Ford’s Theatre in Washington, “Almost Home” which was produced Off-Broadway in New York City, and “The Trial of Donna Caine” which opened at the George Street Playhouse.Topics:Stages of human developmentTrust, identity, self transcendence (seeing others, beyond self)Sublimating anger through writingCatalyzing anger into an act of hopeIf you hate, they winThose who anger you, control youThink globally, act locallyEmergent evolutionThe search for life meaningLiving from a place of serviceGetting negativity out of your lifeLife starts at 40?Elie WieselWork with me - jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com
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  How to Live in Flow (your Ayurvedic type, astrology, messages from beyond, fad diets & more) 08.01.2026 1ó

  Convo - Kaveri is an Ayurvedic Health Counselor who offers private sessions and workshops in the Hudson Valley, the Berkshires at Kripalu as well as at Down Under Yoga in Boston and beyond. She brings forth her South Asian roots through the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda making it practical and accessible for all. It’s her goal to spread this wisdom and to inspire everyone that they too can live Ayurvedic lifestyle to find balance in their minds, bodies and spirits. instagram: kaveri.ayurvedaWork with me - jonorsini.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jonorsini.substack.com