Testimonials
Beautiful
I thought I had a sense of what to expect in Michael’s private session and to some degree I did – I left feeling clean and light; free from all the junk that so often clutters my ever-busy mind. But the work did more than just that. It made my body come alive in ways I never knew were possible, made me travel to an ancient world that I forgot I had grown up in. At times it was unbearable, the discomfort of inhabiting the corners of myself I so often keep off-limits. But soon the discomfort subsided, and I found that I had rediscovered the sensuality and beauty of my own existence.
-CM, Los Angeles
Only truth remains…
I didn’t know what to expect when I went in for my private session with Michael and was a little anxious. Michael addressed my anxiety in a way that reconnected me to my essential self, allowing me to start from a place of curiosity, clarity and ease.
The session was incredible. I’ve never experienced anything like it. I literally felt like I was giving birth to myself. My mind couldn’t grasp it… was anything happening… nothing I could describe. My ears and nose were engaged with sounds and smells. With my eyes closed, I retreated into myself, with Michael guiding me… reminding me to stay with my breath, guiding me through affirmations that seemed to read my mind and address old wounds.
The logical mind can’t explain it. I felt pulsating energy coming through his hands. I felt incredible amounts of energy flowing through my body and working on me from the inside. And afterwards all I could say was “Wow!”
Walking out into the sunshine feeling light and completely at home in my body, there was an expansive awareness connecting me to everything around me. What was false had fallen away, all that was left was truth… and it was beautiful.
Oh, and that chronic tightness in my neck and shoulders… gone, completely gone.
- Dawn Jarocki, Los Angeles
The breathing circle gives me an incredibly supportive and safe place to slow my thoughts, get into my body and find deep love within. While the collective power of the group is super palpable and strong, my private with Michael Baker blew me away. His incredible intuitive sense and encouragement on multiple levels allowed for a personalization that went directly to my core, pulling all the unwanted crap out, leaving me basking in infinite love and fulfillment.
- Carrie, Los Angeles
Thank you Michael for creating a transformational healing for me. Your rapt presence, intuitive guidance and healing touch allowed me to feel completely safe and nurtured. The breathwork initiated an unfolding of stored energies, which was furthered as my primal senses opened and became activated through the rich tapestry of sounds and aromas. My body reached a high vibration. I felt able to go deep to the core sensations: identifying, validating and letting go of what no longer served me. In that new found space, pure love flows. I feel more clear, content and comfortable… time to dance!
- Aimée, Pacific Palisades
Before you meditate
Hey Michael, I use the breathwork before I meditate or go on a shamanic journey and find it most helpful. It helps to activate the visual cortex for the shamanic practice of dreaming. See you on Thursday for the Medicine Wheel.
Namaste,
- John English, Shamanic Teacher, Arizona
Amazing
Michael’s breathwork has been an amazing and giant step in my journey. I have a lot of turmoil, change, stress, and emotional events in my life right now, and breathwork has enabled me to find and maintain a true sense of peace.
- Patti M, Los Angeles
Healer
Mike Baker is one fine healer!
- David Elliott, New Mexico
What an incredible experience! Totally not what I expected.
Such deep, deep emotional cleansing, a purge of deep seeded emotional baggage I didn’t even know I had inside of me. With the help of Michael, I screamed, I cried, I let it all out and found myself full of relief from the pain I didn’t know I had.
Thank you Michael
- Michael Anthony, Location Manager, Los Angeles
Friday Night Breath Group
Thank You, Michael
Tonight’s group breath session was incredible! Learning more about navigating and individualizing helped me to expand my view of the territory I travel, giving me a clear understanding of tools to use in this ocean of feelings! Breath on….
- Susan Ste. Marie, Culver City
Be Open
After a dear friend raved about his experience with Breathwork, I wanted to try it. I really had no idea what to expect when I finally went to a class. So, I arrived without any expectations, other than to be open to the experience.
Since that first class, I’ve been back again and again. The Breathwork leaves me feeling as as though I am “wringing out” of my body what is no longer needed and bringing forth my best self. And I always leave class with a profound peace. But it is so much more than that- each class is a singular experience and quite literally “beyond words.
- Melanie Smart, San Diego
I went in today for my first breathwork session. i have never done something like this before. i felt very safe in the environment- michael’s only agenda is to serve, and as someone in the recovery community, who has been subject to emotional vampirism (my own word, but you get the drift)- it made me feel safe. the breathwork was ASTONISHING. i suffer from many tension/anxiety symptoms (headaches, sinus issues)- and the breathwork helped enormously. i can’t put it into words- it really works- this seemingly simple exercise has changed my life in a meaningful way. michael is a true teacher
- Smith Glover, Chicago
As a Vivation coach, I’ve done many forms of breathwork, and I really enjoyed Michaels approach, teaching the work of David Elliot. The experience was very powerful and primal for me, listening and giving myself over to the aboriginal music that Michael played. He is also a very authentic, loving and sincere person, obviously intent on assisting all those who come, to grow and find their true center.
- Patricia Bacall, Los Angeles
“Wow” was the first and only word I spoke after my first session with Michael. What I gained was an incredible sense of humility and connectedness, an undeniable awareness of a greater energetic force, a confidence in my abilities and a greater sense of purpose. I now trust in the work. Breathwork is a physical transformational experience. It is incredible. Thank you Michael.
- Nicole, San Diego
My initial experience with Michael and the Breathwork at the Hub was profound. I knew that if I could experience that much release and clearing on a group level, and if i could overcome my fear of it, healing could occur on a deeper level through individual treatment. Now I have walked through that fear, and Michael is an incredible facilitator who creates a safe, warm environment. I envision myself being relieved of every thing that has been blocking me in my life. I am excited about the journey through this amazing work with Michael and grateful to finally get free from the pain. Namaste!
- Alyssa Silver, Los Angeles
What I like about Michaels approach is that it is free of jargon and free of concepts. When doing the breathing one doesn’t have to remember any formula or mantra or concept, just breathe. How fundamental and profound. Also, Michael’s choice of music and his intuitive sense of how to be supportive and inspiring while we are breathing make for a wonderful experience. Lastly, when done with a group, a sacred connection opens up for everyone present. I would highly recommend this for all who are the on the path to awakening.
Peace
- Monty DeGraff
I find myself in a place of enormous transition in my life right now – personally, professionally, psychologically, romantically, and spiritually. The questions “what’s next” and “why am I really here” have become a daily, recurring theme. Change is the blue print to our growth and evolution as spiritual beings on this human journey and clarity is the must-have partner we all must take along on this odyssey. Breathwork, has begun the the process of giving me clarity by opening up my heart center. My “new” life is here at last, as as a direct manifestation of this incredible practice. Breathe!
- Robert Bahedry
A truly AMAZING VIBRATIONAL experience!!!…I am looking forward to more breathing and clearing…..where have I been???? I only wish this was offered more than once a week…
- Jennifer Carslake
We all know the way home. Intrinsically I believe we are spiritually coded with answers uniquely our own, calling us unfailingly in the right direction. Only for some, like me, it’s a homing signal under a feather pillow, in a cabin, beneath an avalanche, in Tibet. To hear it, we must quiet the noise. Not just outside, but inside as well. We must shush the phone, escape the boss/home/kids; invest in a quiet moment. Go inside. If meditation is a gentle long routed meandering on the scenic road to clarity, then Michael’s work at the HUB is a 6 lane freeway straight in. Highly recommended.
- Jennifer Simpkins
When I first heard about the Breath Work class, I will admit, I was hesitant. I was at a point in my life where I was searching for answers. Then a friend told me I should consider it because Michael is very gifted. Well, Michael is more than that, he is not only gifted, but extremely passionate about his practice! He helped remind me, through the breath work, that all the answers are within myself. He guided me to a place that gave me clarity & a sense of calmness. I highly recommend anyone who is ready for a life change to do this work with him. It will be the best thing to do for yourself!!
- MD
WOW…what an experience
I had my first experience with Michael’s breath work this morning. I really didn’t know what to expect, but just had an open mind.
wow. not only did I leave relaxed, feeling centered and clear, but I got reaquainted with some specific parts of me I haven’t felt in touch with in a long time.
I’m a musician, and I also got clarity and release from the exact thing that’s been blocking me from connecting to myself and my full creativity. It came in an instant and I’m altered by it. amazing. can’t wait to do this again and see what else comes up.
- Rob Grad
Freed my Expression
We talk a bit, create intentions, get comfortable, lay back, do the breath, stay committed & boom—Michael says relax but this ball/field of tension grips me. It seizes my body, I contort, cough, cry & laugh. it. out! And it feels soooo good. I am free of that thing, a weakness I couldn’t begin to describe or know was in me.
RESULTS – I’m laying there afterward & my hip falls back into place(it’s been out for YEARS!). I can sit Indian style with both legs on the floor! I go home to a roommate who’s been fighting with me for weeks-she fights, I laugh & our tension breaks. Can’t wait 4 more!
- Andrea Shreeman
“…a strange, wonderful ride that culminates in blissful centeredness and complete mental and emotional clarity. A detox for the soul that left me happier and more free in my skin.”
- K.J.
“The logical mind can’t explain it. I felt pulsating energy coming through his hands. I felt incredible amounts of energy flowing through my body and working on me from the inside. There was an expansive awareness connecting me to everything around me. What was false had fallen away, all that was left was truth…it beautiful.”
- D.J.
“Michael is a spiritual teacher as well as a healer who opens those who are seeking more in their lives to the truth that lives in all of us. Michael is a divine mirror and guide.”
- A.J.
“A single session with Michael Baker is a profound gift! His ability to hold space for deep transformation is nurturing and powerful. It was ground breaking. Michael invokes what is ready to emerge and the healing continues many weeks after a session.”
- Terra Gold, Yogini, Kirtan Wallah, Chinese Medicine Doctor
“I found him to be honest, humble, and transparent… He opened my heart to new levels of being and showed me the connectedness of all living things. The tools he provides confirm that spirit supports us in all things and that resting in that knowledge creates the life of our dreams.”
- P.F.