This week on The Kindness Extremist Podcast, Shola Richards takes you inside the art (and science) of emotional regulation. If you've ever felt hijacked by stress or triggered into reactions you later regret, this conversation is your blueprint for staying calm, clear, and in control.

Shola breaks down powerful techniques like box breathing, diaphragmatic breathing, and cognitive reframing — tools you can use immediately to slow down your reactions and respond with intention instead of impulse. Plus, he shares personal, real-world stories that show how mastering your emotions creates a ripple effect of kindness and resilience in your life and community.

🔹 In This Episode:

• How to spot emotional triggers before they explode
• Breathing strategies that train your nervous system to chill
• Reframing techniques that flip negative thinking on its head
• Why regulating yourself is the ultimate kindness move

🎯 You can’t stop life from throwing curveballs, but you can control how you swing. Press play and take the first step toward emotional mastery.

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🔗 Connect with Shola:
Instagram – @sholarichards
Website – sholarichards.com
For speaking requests or collaborations: Info@GothamArtists.com

This podcast is produced by MicMoguls.