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Niall Breslin
Develop practical strategies for navigating modern chaos and building resilience in high-pressure environments with Niall Breslin, speaker, mental health advocate and mindfulness expert.
Niall Breslin bridges worlds few can claim to inhabit—from professional rugby fields to platinum-selling music charts to the forefront of mental health advocacy. As the host of the award-winning "Where Is My Mind" podcast, Niall creates conversations that cut through noise, bringing together philosophers, scientists, and artists to explore how we navigate modern chaos.
With a rare blend of lived experience and academic rigour, Niall holds an MSc in mindfulness, degrees in economics and sociology, and is currently pursuing his PhD. His work has earned him a fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons and recognition with the UCD Alumni Award for Social Sciences.
Organisations including Apple, Google, and the European Parliament tap Niall's expertise not just for inspiration but for practical transformation. His approach combines raw authenticity with evidence-based strategies that help individuals and teams build resilience in high-pressure environments.
As co-founder of mental health charity "A Lust for Life," Niall has pioneered programs reaching over 45,000 students across Ireland. His bestselling memoir, "Me and My Mate Jeffrey," and children's series, "Magic Moments," further his mission of making mental wellbeing accessible to all.
Beyond accolades and achievements, what sets Niall apart is his ability to translate complex psychological concepts into actionable insights. In a world craving both connection and performance, he offers something increasingly rare: wisdom that works. Book Niall Breslin when you need more than inspiration, when you need lasting change that transforms how your team thinks, works, and thrives.
Topics, sessions and talks
Niall Breslin's keynote talk shares his powerful personal journey, blending his experiences as a professional rugby player, touring musician, and broadcaster with his struggles against depression and panic disorder. After hitting rock bottom during a live television show, Niall embarked on a transformative healing journey. Attendees will learn three core themes: relatability, vulnerability, and functionality, along with a practical five-step plan to apply in their everyday lives, fostering connection and real impact.
Niall Breslin discusses how organisations can cultivate cultures of diversity and inclusion by addressing historical and current obstacles. He examines how stigmas are embedded in our culture, the cognitive biases that sustain them, and strategies to deconstruct these barriers. Attendees will gain practical insights into the building blocks of stigmas and learn effective methods to foster a more equal and empathetic society, emphasising that equality is the best form of therapy.
Niall Breslin discusses the growing importance of mindfulness in our fast-paced world, highlighting the disconnect between genuine practice and its commercialisation, often termed 'McMindfulness.' He emphasises that preserving the true essence of mindfulness can lead to significant shifts in individual mindsets and organisational culture. Breslin breaks down brain evolution into three key areas: the brain stem, limbic system, and neo-cortex, explaining the neuroscience behind mindfulness. Attendees will learn how to harness mindfulness for personal and organisational growth.
In this engaging session, Niall Breslin explores key themes that arise in therapy, featuring insights from consultant psychologist Louize Carroll and Dr. Tony Bates, co-founders of the national youth mental health charity 'Jigsaw.' This conversation addresses the challenges organisations face regarding Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and other support structures. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on mental health support, making this fireside chat a transformative experience for those seeking to enhance their understanding of mental well-being in the workplace.
Niall Breslin hosts an engaging conversation with his longtime friend and rugby partner, Damien Browne, who made history in 2022 by rowing the North Atlantic Ocean from New York to Galway in just 112 days. They will discuss the mental fitness techniques Damien used to conquer this daunting challenge, emphasising the incredible power of the mind. Attendees will learn valuable insights into resilience and mental strength, gaining inspiration to tackle their own obstacles.
Niall Breslin offers a unique blend of authenticity and evidence-based strategies, drawing from his diverse experiences in sports, music, and mental health advocacy to inspire and transform teams. Book Niall Breslin today to equip your organization with the resilience and insights needed to thrive in high-pressure environments.
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Niall Breslin structures his keynotes around a personal narrative arc — drawing on his background as a professional rugby player, musician, and broadcaster to contextualise his experience of depression and panic disorder — before transitioning into a framework-based delivery. He uses a combination of neuroscience (breaking down brain evolution into the brain stem, limbic system, and neo-cortex) and structured models (such as a five-step practical plan) to move audiences from personal relatability to applicable takeaways.
Niall Breslin's sessions address mental health and personal resilience, the deconstruction of stigma and organisational inclusion, and the neuroscience of mindfulness-based practice. He holds an MSc in mindfulness, a fellowship at the Royal College of Surgeons, and co-founded the charity A Lust for Life, which has delivered programmes to over 45,000 students across Ireland.
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