In this eye-opening episode of the Culinary Mechanic podcast, host Simon Zatyrka sits down with Dave Gieselman, a former chef who's transformed his career into a breath work expert and stress management coach. Dave shares his remarkable journey from the chaos of professional kitchens to a life dedicated to helping others find calm in high-pressure environments.

Key topics covered:

[00:01:30] Dave's early start in the culinary world at age 13

[00:05:45] The addictive nature of kitchen chaos and its impact on mental health

[00:10:20] Dave's struggle with substance abuse and the turning point in his early 20s

[00:15:30] The 25-year journey into neuroscience, peak performance, and flow states

[00:22:15] Introduction to the "Just fucking breathe" philosophy

[00:28:40] Transitioning from professional kit ...