As a young boy, Michael was fascinated by ancient wisdom traditions, particularly Ancient Greek philosophy and Buddhism. Later, Michael studied philosophy at NYU, with a concentration in Taoism, which is where he first discovered the concept of reduced breathing. After college, he spent a decade as a gunsmith, immersed in the design and manufacture of precision hunting rifles; during this time his interest in Eastern meditative practices deepened until he finally learned about the Buteyko method, a modern scientific understanding of the ancient Taoist and yogic practices of reduced breathing. In 2022, Michael became certified as an Oxygen Advantage Functional Breathing Instructor and has found the tools learned in the program have greatly benefited many of his clients over the years, mostly helping to reduce anxiety. Today, Michael teaches reduced breathing and is also a certified peer support specialist, helping to support people struggling with mental illness and substance use disorder. He loves to help people feel better in their mind, body and spirit.

Michael teaches one on one coaching, as well as workshops and classes. One on one coaching is offered in person in his studio in Cary, NC, or online with Zoom calls, serving anyone, anywhere in the world. He has hosted workshops and classes for small and large groups in the Raleigh, Wake Forest, Chapel Hill and Durham, NC areas. Michael works with a wide range of clients including those suffering with anxiety or depression, those practicing yoga and meditation, those wanting to improve their sleep or exercise habits and potential, and many more groups of people who simply want to feel better.

You’re welcome to visit his website to read more about his offerings and to schedule your session today. Visit: www.truebreathing.org or you can also email: [email protected].

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