Shihan Wellness

I'm excited to announce that I'll be moderating the Branding Panel at the WEW Empowerment Summit 2025 on April 3rd at The Sheldon in St. Louis, MO. Joining me and my exceptional panel: Marianne Biangardi, MS, BFA Leslie T. Tolliver, JD, SHRM-CP Maria Berra Amanda Aschinger Brand building is essential for amplifying one's voice, establishing trust, and creating meaningful connections. This panel will provide strategies for confidently communicating one's value and expanding one's influence. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from industry experts and connect with a community dedicated to empowering women. Secure your spot today! Visit: https://wewnational.com/ #WEWEmpowermentSummit2025 #BrandBuilding #WomenEmpoweringWomen #Networking #Leadership Michell Stockmann Amy Y.

Join John Launius and Shihan Wellness with us next month for a mental and physical journey into wellness as we present "Inner Calm, Outer Strength" - an interactive journey combining cutting edge #weightloss medicine, #nutrition, #StrengthTraining, cognitive repatterning, and #aromatherapy to center the mind and the body on wellness. Stay tuned for details...

What a night! It was an absolute honor to emcee the recent Kids In The Middle Gala—an organization I've supported for many years. The evening spanned powerful moments, genuine connection, and a spirit of giving that reminded us all why this work matters so deeply. There was laughter, reunion, and storytelling—a true celebration of community, resilience, and the transformational support Kids In The Middle provides to children and families navigating difficult transitions. Kids In The Middle empowers children, parents, and families during and after divorce through counseling, education, and support. Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, and made the night unforgettable. Here's to continuing the mission and the joy that comes from coming together for something greater than ourselves. If you and your family need this type of support, reach out to Kids In The Middle at - KidsInTheMiddle.org #KidsInTheMiddle #CommunitySupport #GalaNight #Gratitude #EmceeLife #SupportTheMission #MakingADifference #MentalHealthMatters Sarah Barone, CFRE Chuck Vogel Eric Moyer, CFP?, CAP? Tia Hughes Shihan Wellness Shihan Consultants

?? Safety Council of Greater St. Louis - Empowering Professionals with Situational Awareness & Self-Defense Training ?? Yesterday’s Breakfast Meeting was an incredible experience, where we dove deep into Situational Awareness and Self-Defense, sponsored by the Safety Council of Greater St. Louis and Shihan Wellness. We didn’t just talk about safety—we practiced it. From de-escalation techniques to real-world strategies for navigating high-stakes situations, attendees practiced skills they can use immediately to enhance personal and workplace safety. The Safety Council of Greater St. Louis offers a wide range of training programs, from workforce safety to leadership development, ensuring businesses and organizations have the tools to protect, prepare, and perform at their best. I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead this session and even more excited for what’s ahead. Thank you to Mary Beth Proost, Executive Director of the Safety Council of Greater St. Louis, for the opportunity and her kind words: “John, thank you again for yesterday! The feedback was excellent. Looking forward to doing more of these in the future!” If your organization is looking for workforce training, performance coaching, or safety solutions, let’s connect! Reach out to discuss how I and/or the Safety Council can support your needs. #SituationalAwareness #SelfDefense #Leadership #WorkforceTraining #WorkplaceSafety #ShihanWellness #SafetyCouncilOfSTL #ProfessionalDevelopment

Peak Performance Begins with Mastering Stillness I just returned from an incredible journey to the tropics, where I worked with senior executives who understand that true leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about state of mind. As a Professional Facilitator and Learning & Development (L&D) expert under the Shihan Wellness banner, I guided high-performing teams through the most powerful relaxation and mindfulness techniques I’ve taught for over 30 years—methods that unlock focus, resilience, and clarity even amid chaos. These same techniques, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Response (CBR), are at the core of my work with veterans and first responders as the Director of Community Outreach at the Special Operations Charity Network (SOCN). Whether in the boardroom or on the battlefield, the ability to regulate stress, harness the mind, and move with intention separates good from great! Ready to elevate your performance through the power of Fragrance, Cognitive Behavioral Response, and Mindfulness? Learn more here: Fragrant Wellness – The Scent of Peak Performance https://lnkd.in/gv7Yc5U #Leadership #Mindfulness #PeakPerformance #ShihanWellness Shihan Consultants #MentalResilience #Executives #Veterans #LimbicSystem #aromatherapy?#LearningAndDevelopment #L&D #ProfessionalFacilitator

The Growing Focus on Mental Health: At Work and Home Thank you to Vance Crowe and Legacy Interviews for an excellent weekend presentation of The Incense Journey at their studio and offices. Mental health is becoming a top priority in the workplace and at home—for a good reason. When mental health is supported, effectiveness skyrockets. Employees become more focused, resilient, and collaborative, while leaders are empowered to make better decisions and inspire their teams. The benefits go beyond productivity. Improved mental health reduces stress, lowers absenteeism, enhances emotional regulation, and fosters better communication and problem-solving skills. It's the foundation for success—both personally and professionally. We work with executive teams and employees at Shihan Wellness and Shihan Consultants to unlock this potential. Using Behavioral Cognitive Response (BCR) protocols, the neuroscience of Fragrance, and other modalities, we help individuals reduce stress, improve clarity, and achieve balance. Combined with neuroscience-backed methods, Fragrance is a powerful tool for fostering emotional alignment, focus, and mental well-being. This work ties into my efforts with The Special Operations Charity Network (SOCN), where we provide mental health support to veterans and first responders. By addressing emotional regulation and mental health challenges, we help these heroes regain calm, clarity, and resilience, empowering them to thrive. In a new collaboration, we gain insights from Dr. Paul Zak, neuroscientist and author of IMMERSION and the upcoming The Little Book of Happiness: The Scientific Approach to Better Living. His SIX app, which measures emotional fitness and engagement using neuroscience-based data, is a game-changer for understanding mental health and tracking progress. Data is essential to identifying needs, measuring outcomes, and ensuring sustainable improvement. Integrating these tools with our practices provides a comprehensive approach to supporting emotional health and effectiveness. When individuals are centered and emotionally regulated, they're more productive and more fulfilled at work and home. Let's connect if your organization is ready to prioritize mental health and enhance performance through innovative methods. Together, we can create a healthier, more effective workforce. Visit shihanwellness.com or shihan-consultants.com to learn more, or reach out to start the conversation. #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellness #BehavioralCognitiveResponse #NeuroscienceOfFragrance #EmotionalFitness #PaulZak #SOCN #VeteransSupport #FirstResponders #CorporateWellness #LeadershipEffectiveness

Kicking Off 2025 with The Safety Council of Greater St. Louis Today, we officially kicked off the year with the first-quarter Board of Directors meeting at The Safety Council of Greater St. Louis. Collaborating with such dedicated individuals is always inspiring, and we have exciting plans to positively impact our region in 2025, including our Greater St. Louis Safety & Health Conference in October! As January comes to a close, we’re turning our focus to February, which Executive Director Mary Beth Proost has announced will center around First Aid, CPR Training, and AED classes. These essential training programs equip your teams with life-saving skills and create safer workplaces. If you’re seeking these trainings for your staff and others, please don’t hesitate to contact me or Mary Beth. We’d be happy to set up a time to discuss how we can support your safety goals this year. Here’s to a productive and impactful 2025! #SafetyFirst #WorkplaceSafety #CPRTraining #AEDTraining #FirstAid #Leadership #GreaterStLouis #SafetyCouncil OSH Training | Defensive Driving | Behind the Wheel Driving | Community Programs | Alive at 25 | Saferyville | Court Programs | SATOP | React?| Bryan Berry David C. Hunyar Jason Wernex, CSP Patty Carrig Bo Cooper, CSP Jen Horstmann Joseph Liesmann, ASP, CSP Trey Patterson, CSP Julie O'Keefe Quentin Ortega

Honored to Present The Incense Journey? at Scenic Regional Library I was privileged to present The Incense Journey? to the Pacific Branch of the Scenic Regional Library system last week. It was an incredible evening filled with history, culture, holistic health insights, and an immersive exploration of the art of fragrance. As part of the presentation, I shared insights from my 2020 book, The Life and Times of Missouri's Charles Parsons: Between Art and War. If you've ever visited the Saint Louis Art Museum or the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, used the words "Art Hill," or admired the mummies at the museum, you have Charles Parsons (1824-1905) to thank. He was instrumental in shaping the cultural landscape of St. Louis and amassed an impressive collection of Chinese and Japanese incense art and artifacts, further enriching his legacy. Thank you to Alison Heisler for her incredible support in bringing this program to life. I'm thrilled to share her kind words about the event: "Thank you so much for the completely stellar program last week! Full of informative and interesting history and culture, holistic health and wellness, and immersive experience in the art of fragrance. The Incense Journey was truly a refreshing, enjoyable, and profound evening. You are a fabulous presenter, and I appreciate you working with us to offer this event as a library program. We'd love to have you back anytime!" The Incense Journey? offers participants the chance to explore the transformative benefits of fragrance, including emotional regulation, relaxation, mindfulness, and deeper connections to self and culture. We're already planning more events, and I couldn't be more excited to continue sharing this journey with others. Check out some photos from the event, and stay tuned for more updates! For more information about The Incense Journey?, visit shihanwellness.com. #TheIncenseJourney #HolisticWellness #FragranceArt #CharlesParsons #LibraryPrograms #ShihanWellness #ArtHill #Mindfulness Shihan Wellness Shihan Consultants