Exhale Twice as Long takes the reader on an epic journey of self-discovery and personal transformation by weaving spiritual memoir with science-backed personal development to unlock the mysterious link between the mind, body, and breath. The author systematically unveils the story of how he developed his Lucid Breathing protocol while working with successful businesspeople who sought his help for issues like anxiety and heartbreak and the remarkable changes to their behavior that followed. “…the perfect blend of spiritual memoir and how-to non-fiction.” –– Emma Seppala, Author of Sovereign The narrative offers an intimate glimpse into the science behind neutralizing negative emotional patterns to live a more fulfilling life. For the working professional, the author reveals tips for ethical influence, heart-centered leadership, public speaking, and making effective decisions. “Heartwarming, deep, and hilarious. A practical guide to becoming present." ––Michael Fishman, Author of Stumbling into Infinity As the title suggests, the organizing obsession of this book is the breath, which is explored through the lens of ancient wisdom, contemporary therapeutic modalities, and modern respiratory science to arrive at the conclusion that something magical happens when you take conscious control of unconscious processes . In the end, the author, like the clients he serves, overcomes debilitating illness using the very techniques he advocates. The narrative climaxes as he guides readers through the full Lucid Breathing protocol and leads them to experience its transformational benefits in real time with tools they can continue to use long after the story is complete. Thomas Bell taught courses at the University of Arizona where he earned his Master degree and was a Dean’s Fellow. He received the Borders Fine Arts Scholarship for his first book, Headwaters and Other Stories. In addition to being a board-certified Hypnotist through the International Certification Board of Clinical Hypnotherapy (ICBCH), with 13 certifications in various forms of change-work, he’s also a former C-suite executive, certified MDMA-Assisted Therapist and Baptiste 200YT YOGA teacher. Thomas attributes his quantum leap up the corporate ladder, from struggling door-to-door salesman to a senior Vice President with 1,500 direct reports, to the application of spiritual practices and neuroscience to the world of business. At the peak of his professional success, he gave away his belongings and embarked on a three-year round-the-world bucket list, spending six weeks in silent meditation in 2012 and volunteering on an ashram for two years where he engaged in a strict regimen of daily breathwork, meditation, and Vedic wisdom. Today, he’s the founder of Lucid Mynd, a Dallas-based executive coaching consultancy offering group and private client sessions to mission-driven professionals. He believes achieving a state of Profound Presence is the solution to all your problems. With heart, humor, and an enduring commitment to serve their highest intentions, this is the outcome he delivers to his audiences.