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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 20 MIN

How Gardening and Breathwork Are Transforming Young Lives in Maximum Security Prisons

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

What happens when you bring gardening and mindful breathwork inside the walls of a maximum security youth facility? In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, Hans Hageman shares his firsthand experiences working with teens and young adults who have committed serious offenses.Through reconnecting with nature and practicing intentional breathwork, participants began shifting their sense of identity—from trauma and destruction toward healing, responsibility, and hope. Hans shares stories of trust-building, personal growth, and how hands-on, restorative practices can spark transformation even in the most challenging environments.This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about youth empowerment, trauma recovery, restorative practices, and purpose-driven leadership.For more wisdom and resources from Hans Hageman:👉 https://coachhans.kit.com/Discover more meaningful conversations about identity, growth, and legacy on The Making of Me podcast.#YouthEmpowerment #RestorativeJustice #Leadership #TraumaRecovery #TheMakingOfMe

What happens when you bring gardening and mindful breathwork inside the walls of a maximum security youth facility? In this powerful and inspiring episode of The Making of Me podcast, Hans Hageman shares his firsthand experiences working with teens and young adults who have committed serious offenses.Through reconnecting with nature and practicing intentional breathwork, participants began shifting their sense of identity—from trauma and destruction toward healing, responsibility, and hope. Hans shares stories of trust-building, personal growth, and how hands-on, restorative practices can spark transformation even in the most challenging environments.This episode is a must-watch for anyone passionate about youth empowerment, trauma recovery, restorative practices, and purpose-driven leadership.For more wisdom and resources from Hans Hageman:👉 https://coachhans.kit.com/Discover more meaningful conversations about identity, growth, and legacy on The Making of Me podcast.#YouthEmpowerment #RestorativeJustice #Leadership #TraumaRecovery #TheMakingOfMe

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