Thad Peck Motivational

04/17/2026

GOOD EVENING FROM TPM!

Sauna and ice bath transfers are part of the Finnish culture like chicken wings and Busch light are for Iowa.

As a practitioner of sauna/ice bath transfers I can tell you that when you’re done you feel AMAZING and SLEEP like a BABY!

I had a bursitis in my elbow about a year ago and I got rid of it with a few sessions of hot/cold.

In an ideal world, every house would have a cold plunge and sauna in it.

For me, I never complain about ‘it’(the weather) being too cold or too hot.

I attribute that to intentionally training this component physiologically, as well as developing a mindset of ‘NO COMPLAINING.’

Sure I complain, I’m not perfect.

BUT

I don’t complain about the weather.

One time I called Mother Nature and expressed my displeasure…she hung up on me!

No matter what…

GO WIN!!!

04/16/2026

TPM-ISM
Be grateful, rise above it.

04/16/2026

GOOD LATER MORNING FROM TPM!

I was very fortunate to work with this young man a little bit through his career!

So awesome that he is staying home and going to be a Panther!

GO WIN!!!

The sensational guard from the State Champs Cedar Falls is staying home in CF!

x

04/16/2026

GOOD MORNING FROM TPM!

Life is full of “you’re damned if you do and damned if you don’t-s.”

Yin and Yang.

You’re right, I’m wrong.

This is good, that is bad.

I’ve been swimming in the Cedar River at Gateway River Park several times.

I am not clueless when it comes to the potential health hazards I could be exposing myself to.

People often point this out to me.

I’m sure someone will say something to try and ruffle my feathers on this post.

As far as my research indicates, the nitrate levels are safe to swim in, but I definitely wouldn’t want to swallow the water.

I could always be wrong.

For me, cold water immersion at the river is a spiritual engagement as well as a resilience training session.

When I started doing Wim Hof breathing followed by cold river excursions I was depressed and an alcoholic.

The breathing and the river helped me realize a new potential within me.

I’m no longer depressed nor an alcoholic.

We all live with these calculated risks we’re willing, or unwilling to take.

I might do that if this happens…

OR

I might do this if that happens.

We even do things unconsciously that are hurting us and we don’t wake up until it’s too late.

Maybe one day a doctor will say, “hey man, you shouldn’t have swam in the river bro!”

Maybe he’ll say, “the river saved your life.”

For what it’s worth to you Socrates said, “I know that I know nothing.”

With that said, in relation to this life, TPM said, “I go by feel.”

GO WIN!!!

04/15/2026

GOOD EVENING FROM TPM!

A broad definition of health according to the World Health Organization is a “state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely absence of disease or infirmity.”

When the body is chaotic, and the mind is racing the breath moves fast like a panting dog.

In this ruminating state of mind, the body moves into a sympathetic state of response, causing ‘fight or flight’ to kick in.

The physiological response triggers a cortisol surge, which acts as a major driver of chronic physical and mental health issues.

When the body is still and the mind is calm, relaxed breathing keeps your body in a parasympathetic(rest/digest) state of calm like a glass hour pond.

In a calm and relaxed state, the mind settles into a state of effortless absorption.

This lowers cortisol and keeps our physiology in an optimal state.

Being still in the body and mind can be improved by performing a daily breathwork practice.

Sit quietly for a few minutes and listen to your breath.

Focus on light, slow, gentle breathing.

Magical!

You just performed a daily breathwork practice!

GO WIN!!!

04/15/2026

TPM-ISM
Life itself is the purpose.

04/15/2026

TPM SHOWCASE #33

Today’s TPM Showcase goes to someone who came into my life because of my connection to basketball and breathwork, Jerilyn Schares.

It was a late September evening in 2024 and I heard a ding on my Facebook messenger.

It was Maria Peth, the wife of my college basketball coach, Dick Peth.

She’s a business owner and the delightful face of ‘Maria’s Angelic Enlightenment,’ in Waverly Iowa.

She saw what I was doing with my business and invited me to lead a Breathwork Workshop at her business.

I was beyond thrilled and grateful to her for the opportunity to share one of my passions with others.

I was graciously received upon my arrival at her business.

Shortly after, a person with a radiant presence walked in.

It was Jerilyn Schares.

She was holding a bunch of bags in her hands.

I asked her what it was and she told me it was her sound healing instruments.

She was going to play a sound bath at the conclusion of the breath workshop.

The workshop was a very intimate setting with about 15 people who were all very kind.

It’s nice to be the participant in a sound bath, as I usually played as I guided breathwork.

The sound bath was very angelic and relaxing.

The workshop ended and everyone parted cordially.

Fast forward to a ‘Meditation Monday’.

‘Meditation Monday’ is a guided meditation and sound bath with Chris Rouw and Jerilyn Schares at ‘The Natural Healing Center of Iowa.’

It’s often on the first Monday of the month if you are interested.

I attended one and enjoyed the experience.

Afterwards, I spoke with Jerilyn and Chris and went on my way.

I had recently developed a partnership with a holistic healing center in Des Moines called ‘Inner Space.’

They had hired me to perform a guided breathing and sound bath experience for them.

I knew Jerilyn was really good at what she did so I invited her to play with me.

She said yes, and we made a trip to Des Moines.

It was an amazing experience, and I knew we would do more events in the future.

Since that day, Jerilyn has played a handful of sound baths at my workshops and events.

She always shows up with a great attitude and her angelic intuition guides her elegant playing. 

I think it is amazing in life when we end up doing something we could’ve never envisioned.

I never could have predicted that I would be guiding breathwork and playing sound bath sessions as part of TPM!

I am so grateful for the diverse network I’ve built through all of my opportunities with TPM!

Jerilyn Schares, I thank you so much for coming into my life!

It has been a true blessing to connect with you.

I am very grateful for all of your continued contributions to the ongoing efforts at TPM!

Much love to you!

We’ll see each other 10 AM April 25th, at Gateway River Park for an ALS Association Guided Breathwork and Sound Bath Benefit!

💯 OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO FIGHT ALS!

An optional plunge in the river is available afterwards!

Come on out to support a great cause!

GO WIN!!!

04/15/2026

GOOD EVENING FROM TPM!

Sweetie Boy Benny always gets worked up when the storms roll in.

I have tried giving him a brand new toy during a storm.

I’ve tried giving him a new stuffed animal to mount.

I’ve gifted him with a peanut butter bowl with a side of treats.

NONE OF THESE THINGS WORK DURING A STORM!

They all serve as external distractions, but they do nothing to address his inner turmoil.

I’ve tried to teach him how to use his breath to control his stress, but he doesn’t seem as smart as everyone thinks dogs are.

The only thing that works is the loving touch of his favorite person, Mama Bear!

On this night of loud cackling storms, I think of all the people in this world who might get worked up…but have no one, or no thing around to help calm them down.

All of the things we do to relieve stress, such as exercise, go for a walk, or any other physical activity are beneficial to our health…

BUT

If it’s bedtime, and you’re stressed, can you go exercise?

You could, but it won’t help you go to sleep at your actual bedtime.

When you’re stressed, try this:

Close your eyes.

Close your mouth.

Relax your jaw and face.

Soften your belly and lay or sit comfortably.

Start listening to your breath move through your nose.

Start breathing light, slow, and deep.

Breathe as if you don’t want anyone to hear you.

Every time your mind wanders put your attention back on your breath.

Pay attention to your heart rate and pay attention to how you feel.

Did it work?

Repeat every time you feel stress.

Practice creates awareness.

Your breath is always with you.

Connect to it.

Use it to your benefit.

GO WIN!!!



04/14/2026

GOOD AFTERNOON FROM TPM!

Come out Saturday April 18th!

I’ve been a PE teacher for over two decades, a basketball skills trainer for years, and am passionate about creating POSITIVE EXPERIENCES for people!

I’ll lead some ball handling and passing drills at the beginning of the camp.

Afterwards, we’ll break into stations and work on various skills.

All skills will be modified and taught to match the level the athlete is at!

BRING A BASKETBALL!

GUARANTEED FUN!

GO WIN!!!

04/14/2026

TPM-ISM
Master YOU by Mastering your response to THEY or IT. 

04/14/2026

GOOD MORNING FROM TPM!

Are you ready to JUMP INTO LIFE?

HESITANCY and PROCRASTINATION kill any chance of gaining momentum towards living at all.

“I’ll start tomorrow.”

String together a bunch of “I’ll start tomorrow” days, and your FEET become CONCRETE.

What is it in you that can’t find a way forward?

I empathize with you because I’ve been there.

Why do you say “NO,” when saying “YES” would change the game forever?

OR

Why do you say “YES,” when saying “NO” would change the game forever?

I empathize with you because I’ve been there.

Ponder these questions.

Ponder your answers.

Ponder your life.

One foot forward day after day is a good starting strategy…

BUT

Winning the day is gonna take balls to PLAY!

GO WIN!!!

04/13/2026

GOOD EVENING FROM TPM!

Giving our service to others is the greatest gift we can give people in this life!

Sign up by this evening to guarantee yourself a T-shirt for the camp!

Share away!

100% OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO JAXON HANSEN!

GO WIN!!!