Do you feel stuck in your mind 🧠, trying to fix everything with affirmations, therapy, and mental work — yet still feel burned out 🔥, stressed 😓, or disconnected?

In this inspiring episode, I had the joy of hosting Bianca Gfrei, a somatic intelligence coach 🌿, as she shares her journey from being a successful tech startup founder and CEO 💻🚀 to collapsing under burnout, and ultimately transforming into a somatic coach helping others reconnect with their bodies and emotions ❤️

We dive deep into somatic intelligence 🫁, emotional mastery 💡, leadership 🏆, and entrepreneurship 💼, exploring how the mind alone cannot heal trauma and why listening to your body is essential for personal and professional growth.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

👉 Why high-functioning burnout 🔥 is common among founders who “perform” but feel drained inside 😔.

👉 How emotions like anger 😡, sadness 😢, and guilt 😔 are powerful signals that need to be acknowledged.

👉 The difference between mental understanding 🧠 and somatic transformation 🫀 — why your body must lead the healing process.

👉 How emotional mastery 💡 and body awareness 🌿 can prevent burnout and enhance leadership 🏆 and entrepreneurship 💼.

👉 Practical insights on creating safety 🛡️ in your nervous system and navigating life’s uncertainties 🌊.

👉 The coexistence of AI 🤖 and emotional intelligence ❤️ in therapy, coaching, and personal growth.

Key Takeaways:

🌬️ Breathing deeply signals your body to relax and reduces stress. 💡

Emotions are powerful messengers from your higher self.

🔥 High-functioning burnout is real and often hidden.

🧠 The mind should serve the body, not control it.

❤️ Emotional mastery is crucial for sustainable leadership.

🌿 Somatic intelligence allows you to understand body signals and transform trauma into growth.

🤝 Human connection and co-regulation remain irreplaceable even in a tech-driven world.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction 🩵

01:30 – Why Somatic Intelligence Matters 🧘‍♀️

04:15 – Bianca’s Journey: From CEO to Somatic Coach 💻🚀

11:37 – 3 Body Signals: Understanding Emotions Through Physical Symptoms 🫀

16:17 – Emotions We Often Ignore: Anger 😡, Sadness 😢, Guilt 😔

22:24 – More about Guilt, Fear, and the Resistance to Change 🌊

25:52 – Posting on LinkedIn as an Employee 🆓

27:50 – Trusting Your Emotions in Life & Work ❤️

34:52 – Mind vs. Heart: Self-Discovery and Emotional Mastery 💡

39:23 – 3 Top Blind Spots regarding Somatic Intelligence 🤸‍♀️

44:31 – A Story about Transforming from Survival to Thriving 🌿

50:53 – Balancing Passion and Boundaries ⚖️

56:17 – Recognizing Burnout and High-Functioning States 🔥

59:59 – Is Entrepreneurship for Everyone? 💼

01:04:15 – The Future of Leadership & Emotional Intelligence 🏆

01:04:55 – AI & Emotional Intelligence: Coexisting in Therapy and Coaching 🤖❤️

01:08:44 – Call to ACTION 🎬

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn: Bianca Gfrei: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancagfrei/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk-🤝-8352a496/

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

In this episode of the Core Impact Podcast, Riccardo Caserini dives deep into the transformative power of mindfulness in the corporate world. 🤝

Drawing from his extensive experience in both mindfulness meditation and corporate environments, Riccardo shares practical insights on how awareness, presence, and intentional practices can enhance workplace efficiency, leadership, and organizational culture.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

👉 Why mindfulness is about awareness, not detachment from reality

👉 How integrating mindfulness practices can boost corporate performance

👉 Practical tips to incorporate mindfulness into your daily work routine

👉 How awareness can lead to more meaningful and efficient interactions

👉 The role of mindfulness in reducing stress, improving focus, and enhancing leadership

👉 How to create a positive work culture through mindful practices

👉 Understanding blind spots in organizations and improving communication

👉 Navigating change and uncertainty with a mindful mindset

This conversation is perfect for leaders, managers, and professionals who want to improve productivity, well-being, and workplace harmony through simple yet powerful mindfulness techniques.

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro

01:30 – Bridging Mindfulness and Corporate Culture

04:40 – Understanding Mindfulness: Awareness in Everyday Life

10:00 – Practical Mindfulness: Daily Practices for Awareness

14:29 – About Our (Judgemental) Mind

16:29 – The Role of Mindfulness in Corporate Efficiency

20:00 – The Challenge of Integrating Mindfulness in Business

24:14 – The Impact of Leadership on Mindfulness in Organizations

26:24 – Personal Journeys: The Value of Sabbaticals

30:03 – Creating a Positive Work Culture

32:32 – Mindfulness as a Tool for Performance Improvement

39:30 – Identifying Blind Spots in Organizations

40:58 – Understanding Mindfulness and Relaxation

43:14 – The Importance of Awareness in Communication

44:35 – Engaging in Conversations: The Flow of Dialogue

50:54 – Addressing Employee Turnover: The CEO's Perspective

55:18 – Cultural Differences in Mindfulness Practices

58:44 – Connecting People Through Mindfulness 01:03:07 – Future of Work: Creating a Positive Corporate Culture

01:06:53 – Worry about the Future? Embracing Change: Navigating the Unknown

01:12:55 – Final Thoughts: Practicing Mindfulness in Daily Life

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Riccardo Caserini: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riccardocaserini/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk-🤝-8352a496/

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

In this episode of the CORE Impact Podcast, we explore how curiosity, mindfulness, and inner leadership can help us flow with today’s fast-changing world of work 🌍

Together with Natalie Rodriguez, we dive into:

🌿 Exploring identity beyond labels

💼 Navigating traditional work cultures

🔄 Embracing change in a volatile world

🧘 The power of breath and mindfulness

💬 Listening to your inner team & authentic emotions

🎶 Dancing through feelings and releasing them

🚀 Taking risks as a path to growth

🌟 Rethinking leadership & cultivating curiosity

This conversation with Natalie is about more than just personal growth — it’s about shaping the future of work through joy, experimentation, and human-centered leadership.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or curious about how to thrive in times of change, this episode will inspire you to lead with clarity, connection, and purpose.

👉 Subscribe to the CORE Impact Podcast for more conversations on mental health, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

00:00 Intro

01:29 Exploring Identity Beyond Labels

09:49 Navigating Traditional Work Cultures

18:00 How Can Natalie Be Connected to Her True-Self?

19:51 Embracing Change in a Volatile World

23:58 The Power of Breath and Mindfulness

44:56 The Inner Team: Listening to Yourself

49:42 Embracing Emotions: The Power of Authenticity

52:30 Dancing Through Feelings: A Journey of Release

01:01:37 Jumping Off the Cliff: Taking Risks for Growth

01:09:19 Rethinking Leadership: A Call for Change

01:20:20 The Gift of Curiosity: Exploring Inner Voices

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Natalie Rodriguez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-rodriguez-864b691b1/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk-🤝-8352a496/

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

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