Mindset Coaching Is Popular, But Without Addressing The Breath, It’s Only Half The Solution
- Brainz Magazine
- Jan 16
- 3 min read
Updated: Jun 11
Written by Fabian Wesselink, Founder of HypnoBreathwork™
Fabian Wesselink is the founder of HypnoBreathwork™, a transformative modality combining Breathwork, Hypnotherapy, and NLP. He helps hypnotherapists, coaches, and wellness practitioners scale their businesses and achieve faster breakthrough results for their clients.
Most coaching programs focus on mindset. They teach clients to think positively, set goals, and shift beliefs. But there is a critical gap in this approach: mindset work alone doesn’t lead to lasting transformation.
Transformation starts with the body, and the body depends on the breath. You can survive for weeks without food and days without water, but you can only survive for a few minutes without breathing. On average, we take about 22,000 breaths every day. Yet most people never consider how they breathe or how it impacts their physical and emotional well-being.
When breathing is shallow, irregular, or stuck in stress patterns, clients remain blocked. No amount of mindset work can overcome a body in survival mode.
Your breath isn’t just about survival. It’s the bridge between the body and the mind, and it serves as the remote control of the nervous system. Dysfunctional breathing keeps the nervous system in fight-or-flight mode, fuels anxiety and indecision, and traps emotional blocks in the body. Functional breathing calms the body, regulates emotions, and creates space for real breakthroughs.
HypnoBreathwork™ combines breathwork, hypnosis, and NLP to create deeper, faster transformations. It works with the body, emotions, and mind simultaneously, making it far more effective than traditional coaching methods. Clients access their subconscious quickly, release emotional blocks directly, and use their bodies as allies in achieving goals.
Adding HypnoBreathwork™ to your practice opens doors to scalable offerings. Group HypnoBreathwork™ sessions allow participants to explore emotional releases in a supportive environment. Corporate wellness programs help teams reduce stress, improve focus, and increase productivity, positioning you as an expert in employee well-being. Transformational workshops provide immersive, hands-on experiences that leave lasting impressions. Online courses and challenges make HypnoBreathwork™ accessible to clients worldwide, helping you scale your impact and grow your revenue.
Whether you’re running individual sessions, leading workshops, or working with corporate teams, HypnoBreathwork™ helps clients achieve faster, deeper, and more lasting results. It offers a unique, proven approach to transformation by addressing the root causes stored in the breath and body.
You take 22,000 opportunities every day to create calm, focus, and clarity. The question is, are you using them?
Actionable steps to start using breathwork today
If you’re new to breathwork, here’s a simple exercise you can use for yourself and your clients:
The 4-6 breath
Inhale deeply through the nose for 4 seconds.
Exhale slowly through the nose for 6 seconds.
Repeat this cycle for 2–3 minutes.
This activates the parasympathetic nervous system, calming the body and reducing stress almost instantly. Use this technique before a coaching session to ground yourself and your clients, creating a focused and centered environment. It’s also perfect for emotional regulation after an intense session.
Disclaimer: HypnoBreathwork™ refers to Fabian Wesselink’s original modality, trademarked in Australia. It is not affiliated with the U.S. registered trademark of the same name.
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Fabian Wesselink, Founder of HypnoBreathwork™
Fabian Wesselink is the creator of HypnoBreathwork™, a revolutionary modality that combines Breathwork, Hypnotherapy, and NLP to create rapid and lasting transformations. As an international speaker and mentor, Fabian helps hypnotherapists, coaches, and wellness practitioners scale their businesses and achieve exceptional client results. He also runs international HypnoBreathwork™ events, empowering professionals worldwide to deliver deeper breakthroughs and grow thriving practices. His mission is to inspire practitioners to make a greater impact and unlock their full potential.
