Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

Michael G Orlowski
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The Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health podcast shares real stories of resilience and transformation. Raw Stories, Real Emotion. increasing mental health awareness isn't about being perfect — it's about being honest. Get your MOJO Back!

  1. 3d ago

    Choose to Be More Than Your Diagnosis | Nic Angai-Galindo | #26 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    Connect with Mike Orlowski • https://www.mojomotivates.com    • https://www.mojoww.com • https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeorlowski/ • https://x.com/MichaelOrlowski • https://www.facebook.com/MOJOMotivates • https://www.tiktok.com/@mojoworldwide   Contact Nic Angai-Galindo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicthegbw/   We Choose To Be More Than Our Diagnoses Vol 2: https://a.co/d/03BcNcPG   We Choose To Be More Than Our Diagnoses Vol 1: https://a.co/d/03ub9Otx   nicthegbw@gmail.com          Turning Mental Illness into Purpose Through Publishing and Storytelling This conversation features Mike Orlowski and Nic Angai-Galindo, a hybrid publisher who has turned her lived experience with bipolar disorder into a mission-driven publishing platform. Nic shares how recovery, sobriety, and community helped her rebuild her life, then how storytelling became both a healing practice and a way to help others break mental health stigma. We discuss her immigrant journey from Trinidad and Tobago, the lowest point of her mental health crisis during the pandemic, how she built Guiding Brilliant Writers Publishing, and why her anthologies center author empowerment over gatekeeping. The episode closes with a powerful message about choosing to be more than a diagnosis, especially for anyone navigating mental illness, recovery, or the urge to tell their story.

  2. Aug 11

    The Chase for "Enough" Nearly Killed Him | Geoff Sargeant | #25 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    Choosing Liberation: A Journey of Mental Health and Freedom Discover how prioritizing mental health and freedom over financial security transformed Geoff Sargeant’s life. In this episode, Geoff shares his powerful story of breaking free from controlling relationships, walking away from traditional success, and embracing a life aligned with his true purpose.   Connect with Mike Orlowski   • https://www.mojomotivates.com • https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeorlowski/ • https://www.facebook.com/MOJOMotivates • https://www.tiktok.com/@mojoworldwide • https://x.com/MichaelOrlowski   Connect with Geoff Sargeant: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffsargeant/ https://voicescenter.org/ - Started in honor of Geoff’s friend Brad Fetchet https://www.thereal.care/ - The Real Mental Health Foundation   Key Topics: ·       The significance of mental health alignment as a success metric ·       Geoff's story of liberation and walking away from corporate security ·       How controlling relationships impact mental health ·       The role of 12-step principles in daily recovery ·       Building a community for mental health support through men's meetings ·       The importance of authentic communication and vulnerability ·       Impact of social comparison and how to combat it ·       The real meaning of success in life and work ·       How resilience and purpose can revitalize even after deep struggles ·       The foundation of mental health advocacy through the Real Mental Health Foundation

  3. Aug 4

    How Grief Built a Mental Health App | Mandy Morris | #24 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    Transforming Mental Health Support with the So Free App     Connect with Mike Orlowski   • https://www.mojomotivates.com • https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeorlowski/ • https://www.facebook.com/MOJOMotivates • https://www.tiktok.com/@mojoworldwide • https://x.com/MichaelOrlowski   Connect with Many Morris:   ·  https://www.getsofree.com ·  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandymorris/   Discover how Mandy Morris, a licensed counselor and tech innovator, has created a groundbreaking app that offers rapid stress reduction through biometric-approved bilateral stimulation. This episode explores the science, development, and potential impact of accessible mental health tools in today's world.  In this episode: ·       Mandy shares her journey from clinical practice to app development inspired by personal tragedy. ·       Explanation of bilateral stimulation and how it mimics EMDR therapy to reduce stress by 45% in under two minutes. ·       The science behind biometric stress measurement and app results from over 2,000 sessions. ·       How So Free addresses barriers like cost, privacy, access, and stigma in mental health care. ·       Practical uses of the app for everyday stress, athletes, veterans, and those with trauma. ·       Future plans for Android release, AI integration, and expanding mental health accessibility. ·       Key insights into overcoming the stigma around seeking mental health support.   Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Mojo Motivation and Mandy Morris’s journey 00:31 - The inspiration behind So Free and its clinical effectiveness 01:59 - How bilateral stimulation works and its relationship to EMDR 02:26 - Mandy’s personal story of grief and technology’s role in healing 06:37 - Addressing mental health stigma and barriers to seeking help 09:45 - Details of how the app functions and its measurable stress reduction 11:12 - User experience: modes, personalization, and ease of use 13:15 - Biometrics and tracking progress with the app 15:24 - The importance of quick, in-the-moment stress relief options 16:05 - Personal preferences for app modes and discreet use 17:07 - How bilateral stimulation influences brain hemispheres and calming the amygdala 19:20 - The impact of social media and constant notifications on stress levels 22:17 - Scientific validation and biometric data collection 24:10 - Success stories and real-world applications like flying and athletic performance 29:37 - Expanding the app for veterans, first responders, and youth 30:21 - Privacy, AI integration, and future features 36:35 - Quick relief in critical moments, like panic or emergency 37:02 - Practical tips for managing anxiety independently 39:33 - The future of accessible mental health tools and potential societal impacts

  4. Jul 28

    Successful Outside, Invisible Inside | Candice Mitchell | #23 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    Discover the often-overlooked challenge of career invisibility faced by high achievers and learn actionable strategies for reclaiming your authentic self without sacrificing success. Candice Mitchell shares her insights on the five pillars of agency to help you break free from mental and emotional shackles.   Connect with Mike Orlowski • Website • LinkedIn • Facebook • Instagram • TikTok • X   Connect with Candice Mitchell: • Choose You book • The Invisible Work Archetype quiz • LinkedIn    Timestamps: ·       00:00 - The success paradox—feeling invisible while thriving externally ·       03:22 - Why high performers hide their true selves ·       04:21 - The pattern of shrinking in childhood leading to adult invisibility ·       07:52 - Connection between quiet quitting and invisibility archetypes ·       09:21 - Candice’s personal story of realizing her invisibility pattern ·       11:40 - How childhood experiences shape adult behaviors ·       14:17 - The six work archetypes and recognizing your role ·       16:42 - Distinction between career invisibility, burnout, and depression ·       17:38 - The importance of authenticity and advocating for oneself ·       20:10 - The five pillars of agency for reclaiming your authentic self ·       24:18 - The significance of finding your people and community ·       29:32 - Starting before you're ready: Taking action to build confidence ·       32:25 - The power of shifting perspective and belief in oneself ·       36:11 - Understanding your archetype for meaningful change ·       43:12 - Signs you're invisible and how to recognize them ·       45:23 - Overcoming fear of authenticity and success ·       57:36 - The transformative power of choosing yourself

  5. Jul 21

    Four Words That Sparked a Global Movement | Braxton Kilgo | #22 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    Kindness as a Mental Health Tool: The Power of "I Believe in You" In this episode, we explore how a simple movement with bracelets has spread worldwide to combat loneliness, foster kindness, and support mental health. Braxton Kilgo shares his inspiring journey from football injury to creating a global kindness movement that’s touching lives across fifty states and over twenty-five countries. Connect with Braxton Kilgo ·   I Believe in You - Official website ·   Instagram ·   LinkedIn   Connect with Mike Orlowski • Website • LinkedIn • Facebook • Instagram • TikTok • X   Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening message: reaching out during crisis, why kindness matters 00:31 - Introducing Braxton Kilgo and his movement's mission 01:26 - Braxton’s football injury and pivot to entrepreneurship and kindness 02:41 - From small town roots to college sports injury and life shifts 03:49 - Building resilience through personal struggles and turning pain into purpose 05:10 - Founding a clothing brand focused on defining success and kindness 05:56 - The story of inspiring middle school students with stickers and the ripple effect 07:32 - Realization that adults also benefit from small acts of kindness 08:11 - Embracing the mission to encourage a culture of kindness in the world 09:12 - Transition from stickers to bracelets, making kindness fashionable 10:05 - Scaling the bracelet movement globally from a simple entrepreneurial effort 11:53 - Lessons from marketing, business growth, and building impactful tech 12:16 - Impact of injuries on mental health and resilience development 14:07 - The significance of sharing kind words and their impact on others 16:29 - Overcoming fear in expressing kindness and the importance of subtle gestures 17:48 - Kindness as a mental health intervention and its ripple effect 18:25 - Giving back and the mental health benefits of acts of kindness 19:12 - Kindness as a superpower accessible to everyone 21:24 - Breaking societal polarization through small acts of kindness 22:30 - Using bracelets & messages to combat mental health issues and feelings of isolation 24:25 - How the app enhances impact, storytelling, and donations 27:15 - The "Band Together" campaign and partnerships with nonprofits 30:47 - Impact of strategic causes, supporting veterans, & building a global kindness army 32:41 - The significance of connecting through stories from a small piece of plastic 34:50 - The importance of early intervention in schools for mental health resilience 36:24 - Building infrastructure for scalable impact via direct-to-consumer and partnerships 37:39 - Advice for those feeling isolated and alone—you're not alone, help is available 41:50 - The potential of kindness to change the world when everyone commits to helping others

  6. Jul 14

    You Can't Think Your Way Out of Anxiety | Dave Gieselman | #21 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    What if you could calm your mind in under two minutes—without thinking your way there at all? In this episode, Mike Orlowski sits down with breathwork coach Dave Gieselman, who went from addiction to recovery by learning to regulate his nervous system through breath. They unpack how controlling your heart rate calms your brain state, the surprising role of the vagus nerve (and why humming helps), how breathwork can mimic the effects of substances, and how to reach a flow state for sharper focus and creativity. Practical, science-backed tools for anyone navigating anxiety, stress, or burnout. Main Topics: • How controlling your heart rate through breath calms the brain • Dave's journey from addiction to recovery through breathwork • The vagus nerve, humming, and the parasympathetic relaxation response • Managing anxiety, stress, decision fatigue, and sleep • Accessing flow state for creativity, focus, and performance Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: mental health and breathwork 02:32 - The link between heart rate and brain state 14:37 - Dave's personal journey and transformation 17:02 - The role of breathwork in recovery 20:31 - Types of breathwork and their benefits 27:42 - The vagus nerve and why it matters 28:33 - The power of humming 30:06 - Sympathetic vs. parasympathetic responses 32:45 - Managing stress in a chaotic world 36:00 - Overcoming decision fatigue 41:47 - Why sleep is your number-one lever 45:09 - Accessing flow state through breathwork 53:59 - Discipline over motivation 62:01 - Understanding resistance and flow 68:42 - Breathwork as a tool for transformation 74:07 - Connecting to flow: practical applications Final thoughts: Your nervous system is always listening to your breath—which means calm is a skill you can practice, not a mood you wait for. Whether you're facing anxiety, burnout, or just a noisy mind, the tools Dave shares start with something you're already doing. Pick one technique and try it today. Thanks for listening to Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health—choose connection, choose happiness, and get your Mojo Back. Connect with Mike Orlowski: Website: http://www.mojomotivates.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeorlowski/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MOJOMotivates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_orlowski/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mojoworldwide X: https://x.com/MichaelOrlowski Dave Gieselman Resources: Breathwork App: https://bit.ly/3QzaGZW LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-g-limitless/ Breathwork (use code mojo1): https://connecttoflow.com/breathwork

  7. Jul 6

    The Gift That Saved His Life | Chason Forehand | #20 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    What does it take to rebuild a life after losing everything? In this episode, Chason Forehand shares how he survived years of abuse, addiction, homelessness, and incarceration — and how one life-changing gift, culinary training, set him on a path to founding the Transformation Kitchen. It's an honest conversation about addiction recovery, life after incarceration, paying it forward, and breaking the cycles of poverty that trap so many — and how Chason's programs now offer lifelong healing, skills, and hope across the U.S. and Nicaragua. In this episode: ·       Chason shares his personal story of trauma, addiction, and resilience ·       The impact of a life-changing gift—culinary training—that shifted his trajectory ·       How the Transformation Kitchen helps individuals break cycles of poverty, addiction, and incarceration ·       The significance of paying it forward and creating community-driven solutions ·       The role of legislation like the Psychological Safety Act in fostering healthier workplaces ·       Unique insights into building sustainable international programs in Nicaragua and the U.S. ·       Practical approaches to mental health, wellness, and leadership development for underserved populations   Connect with Chason Forehand: ·       HR4U Website: https://hr-4u.org/ ·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chason-forehand-rcf1222/   Connect with Mike Orlowski ·       Website ·       LinkedIn ·       Facebook ·       Instagram   Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Changing lives with conversation and impact 00:48 - Chason's background: Overcoming childhood trauma and systemic barriers 03:13 - The early years: Family dynamic, abuse, and survival 06:11 - Turning to drugs and homelessness during college years 09:40 - Incarceration and the pivotal moment with a mentor in culinary arts 14:31 - The power of paying it forward: Support from a sober mentor 16:18 - The importance of faith, community, and the 12-step path 18:54 - Building Transformation Kitchen: A model for long-term hope 21:44 - International work: Nicaragua's transformational impact 25:34 - Launching the program in Beacon, NY: Timeline and goals 26:31 - Beyond culinary skills: Life skills, wellness, and leadership 32:50 - Breaking the cycle: How poverty, addiction, and incarceration intertwine 38:30 - Advocating for the Psychological Safety Act and creating fair workplaces 44:12 - Words of encouragement: Hope for those struggling 45:58 - The essence of being a beacon of hope 46:34 - The limitless potential of transformation when given support 47:15 - Connecting with Chason and supporting Transformation Kitchen   Join the movement: Your kindness can ignite hope and transform communities.

  8. Jun 30

    I Found My Best Friend After Suicide | Bernie DeSantis III | #19 | Mojo, Motivation & Mental Health

    In this heartfelt episode, Bernie DeSantis III shares his personal story of losing his best friend to suicide and how that tragic loss moved him to teach others the warning signs, how to ask the hard question, and how to help someone who's suicidal. Bernie turned grief into action — building virtual events, community, and education around suicide prevention — and offers real guidance for anyone supporting a loved one in crisis or healing as a suicide loss survivor.   Connect with Bernie: ·       Insignia Training: https://insigniatraining.com/ ·       Let’s Talk About Suicide Event 8/19/2026:  https://info.insigniatraining.com/aug-lets-talk-about-suicide-registration ·       LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/badiii/   Connect with Mike Orlowski ·       Website ·       LinkedIn ·       Facebook ·       Instagram ·       TikTok ·       X   Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & crisis hotline importance 00:45 - Bernie shares his story of finding his friend 02:14 - The emotional and life-changing impact of the loss 04:36 - Recognizing early warning signs of suicide 06:51 - The moment Bernie found his friend 08:40 - Overcoming grief through education and community support 10:10 - How "Let's Talk About Suicide" events raise awareness 11:45 - The long journey of grief and healing 13:13 - Key warning signs and phrases to watch for 15:04 - Common misconceptions and red flags 16:00 - The structure and purpose of virtual suicide awareness events 17:02 - How engaging virtual events help break stigma 18:16 - Supporting self-regulation and mental wellness practices 19:24 - The importance of direct language in conversations 21:41 - Personal insights on speaking openly about suicidal thoughts 22:46 - Risk factors and demographic insights 26:36 - Practical questions to inspire hope in someone considering suicide 28:45 - The role of community and professional help 29:34 - The scope of Bernie's work with virtual events for various clients 32:10 - What is a death doula and end-of-life conversations 36:09 - How to support someone affected by suicide loss 37:38 - The transformative power of talking about suicide 38:17 - The importance of awareness, education, and community 39:43 - Accessibility of virtual mental health events 41:09 - Final thoughts and encouragement to take action Remember: Geographic location does not limit access to mental health support. Your life matters. Reach out, and don't be afraid to ask the hard questions. Call or text 988 for help. 911 for Emergencies.

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