Marc S. Fussell is the founder of Take 2 Minutes, a revolutionary non-profit platform designed to enhance mental wellness through positive psychology and technology. With over 25 years of experience in IT, Marc’s entrepreneurial spirit and passion for improving mental health have led to creating a suite of tools that leverage daily positive messages, gratitude journaling, meditations, breathing exercises, a grounding exercise, a gratitude challenge, sleep audio, dream journaling, and more to foster happiness and well- being. As a dedicated father, his journey into positive psychology was inspired by a personal commitment to support his son’s mental health, evolving into a mission to spread positivity to a broader audience. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: Take2Minutes.org Most Influential Person Matt Zemon Effect On Emotions Emotions are a funny thing. We all have ebbs and flows. I definitely have my highs and lows still. I think mindfulness has made me more aware of when I'm having a low or when I'm having overwhelming thoughts or even depression. My mindfulness practice has helped me recognize that and get me into a better mindset more quickly instead of dwelling on it for days and weeks. Thoughts On Breathing I really enjoy box breathing. I almost modified it to be more of a triangle breathing. The idea is that I will breathe in for a count of 4, hold it for a count of 4, and exhale for a count of 4. Just doing that for a repetition of 20 times can be a form of meditation. Bullying Story Bullying is a huge problem in schools, and it always has been, probably even back when I was a kid. I think mindfulness can help with bullying. I can't speak out of experience, but I think it can help with emotional regulation. If you get bullied, you may have a fight-or-flight reactive response. However, how you react could make the situation better or worse through emotional regulation. With mindfulness you also are a little bit more self-regulated. You're more aware of your surroundings and aware of your situations. This situational awareness can keep you out of situations where you could get bullied. Suggested Resources Book: Master of Circumstance by James Morgan App: Take2Minutes app App: Headspace Related Episodes Employee To Entrepreneur and Collective Campus CEO, Steve GlaveskiActivate The Execution Factor With Entrepreneur Kim PerellMindfulness Insight From Successful Entrepreneur, Johnathan Grzybowski Seeking relief from stress and anxiety? As a coach and hypnotist, I'm here to help you conquer your inner critic and stride ahead with confidence. Email me at [email protected] with ‘I Am Determined' for a free coaching session. Let me help you pave the way to a fulfilling life.