About this episode

Rhys Thomas shares how facing death transformed his life and perspective on spirituality and purpose.

Today Craig welcomes back Rhys Thomas, a former Wales pro rugby player turned inspirational speaker and breathwork facilitator. This conversation explores Rhys' experiences with mortality, transformation, and the journey of learning to embrace death. The discussion reflects on life after professional sport, addiction recovery, spirituality, and turning pain into purpose. SHOW NOTES: - How his heart attack in changed the direction of his life - Why he spent years in “self-destruction, al...

People in this episode

Host: Craig White

Guest: Rhys Thomas

Topics covered

• mortality
• transformation
• addiction recovery
• spirituality
• professional sports
• breathwork

Keywords

• Rhys Thomas
• mortality
• transformation
• addiction recovery
• breathwork
• professional rugby
• spirituality

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Places: Wales

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