In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Alexandre Tsuk, founder of the BreathingCold Experience, to explore the life-changing power of breathwork, cold plunges, and emotional healing. Born in France and now rooted between Bali and India, Alexandre has guided over 7,000 people and trained nearly 600 facilitators in Breathwork, Authentic Relating, Conscious Movement, and Cold Exposure.   What began as a personal journey through depression became Alexandre’s mission to help others reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and return to a state of clarity and joy. Using simple, natural tools like breath, cold, and community, he teaches that true transformation comes not from control, but from surrender.   Together, Nicky and Alexandre dive deep into the science and spirituality of cold therapy, discussing topics like box breathing, contrast therapy, emotional release, shivering as healing, and how cold exposure can activate oxytocin and serotonin production. They also explore why women may not need as extreme cold as men, and how to safely build a sustainable cold practice rooted in mindfulness and presence.   Alexandre emphasizes that when we change our relationship with the breath, we change our relationship with ourselves, and that shift ripples outward into how we show up in the world, with others, and with Mother Earth.  This conversation is an invitation to explore your edges, release control, and reconnect with your truth—one conscious breath and one cold plunge at a time.   Takeaways Cold plunge and breathwork are powerful mindfulness practices. Personal experiences can lead to profound changes in health and well-being. Women may not need as extreme cold exposure as men. Surrendering control in cold exposure can enhance the experience. Safety is paramount when practicing cold exposure and contrast therapy. Fasting can reset the body and improve mental clarity. Breathwork techniques can enhance physical performance and recovery. Nose breathing is essential for optimal health and emotional connection.   Connect with me: https://nickyYyoga.com https://www.youtube.com/@TheConnectedCommunity nickynamaste@gmail.com   Connect with Alex: https://linktr.ee/breathingcold https://www.breathingcoldbali.com/ https://www.facebook.com/breathingcold https://www.instagram.com/breathing_cold https://www.instagram.com/refillmybottle_/ https://www.facebook.com/RefillMyBottleOfficial/ https://chat.whatsapp.com/FzIxvuZhyBgDjhQcscmp2j   Keywords: breathwork, cold plunge, ice bath, cold exposure, mindfulness, emotional release, nervous system regulation, contrast therapy, fasting, nose breathing, health benefits, wellness, healing journey, self-awareness, trauma release, surrender, resilience, meditation, breathing techniques, holistic health