A MindfulNews experience
You’re
thinking more
than you realise.
Most of us spend large parts of life absorbed in thinking without recognising it as thinking.
Stillness within the noise.
Training delivered for
A welcome from Gui
Your mind comes
to every pressure moment.
Before the bell. Before an important conversation. When you’re lying awake, replaying the day.
I’m Gui, founder of MindfulNews and creator of Manual Pilot. I help people practise recognising thinking as it happens — and learn to return to the moment and choose what they do next.
Start with the free six-day experiment. Short daily exercises and ThinkLogs give you a practical way to explore your own thinking.
Start the free 6-day experimentRecognise yourself?
Different pressure.
The same invisible process.
You don’t need to step into a ring to know what pressure feels like. It shows up in the big moments — and the quiet ones.
Before the bell
“What if I freeze?”
Before the meeting
“I need to get this right.”
Awake at 2am
“Why did I say that?”
Different situations. Familiar patterns of thinking.
Often, we’re absorbed in the story without recognising it as thinking.
What does your thinking look like?
Find somewhere quiet. Take five minutes to try a ThinkLog.
A MindfulNews experiment
See your
thinking
as it happens.
For five minutes, say each thought aloud as soon as you recognise it. Your words will appear as a numbered ThinkLog — making an invisible process visible.
Your first ThinkLog
You are not trying to stop thinking, empty your mind or perform well. You are simply noticing.
- Find a quiet place where you will not be disturbed for five minutes.
- Sit comfortably, settle your body and close your eyes if that feels comfortable.
- Say each thought aloud, then pause briefly.
- If you forget or get lost in thought, simply begin again.
How do I do a ThinkLog?
Do not search for thoughts or try to change them. Sit quietly. Whenever you recognise thinking, say that thought aloud in a few natural words, then become quiet again.
What if no thoughts appear?
You can say “nothing is appearing”, “I am waiting” or whatever you genuinely recognise. There is no correct number of thoughts.
What if I get lost in thinking?
That is normal. The moment you recognise you were lost is itself a moment of recognition. Say what you noticed and continue.
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Settle into position
Quiet place. Comfortable posture.
Close your eyes when you are ready.
What are you noticing?
There is no right number. If nothing appears, notice “nothing is appearing”.
Your first observation
Your ThinkLog
thoughts
This is not a score. It is one glimpse of your mind on one particular day.
The insight comes from repetition. After at least six ThinkLogs, patterns such as pace, repetition, emotional themes and familiar stories become easier to see for yourself.
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Real people. Life under pressure.
What changes when you
can come back?
Recognising thinking is the beginning. In the wider coaching programme, people practise returning to the present and choosing what to do next.
01 / Vicky · Professional fighter
From mental overload
to presence under pressure.
“I can enjoy the time I am here rather than have my mind racing.”
Vicky
Vicky began the programme struggling with overthinking, emotional reactivity and staying present under pressure. She began recognising those patterns during training, while driving and in everyday life — and practising coming back.
Read Vicky’s story
Looking back on a year of constant activity, Vicky said: “I feel like I was in a daze the past year.” Even five minutes of sitting initially felt intimidating. Within weeks, she described a different experience: “I was looking forward to sitting down with myself and just breathing.”
Her five-minute ThinkLogs went from 5 thoughts recognised in Week 1 to 18 in Week 5. Outside practice, she reported being less reactive, more grounded and more present with her family.
“I feel a lot more in control of my thoughts.”
Months after the programme, she was still journalling, visualising and practising independently: “I felt it and use it daily.”
The skill was recognising thinking earlier, returning to the present and choosing what happened next.
02 / Roxana · Amateur fighter
The White Collar Fight Club
From freezing
to staying present.
“I was able to stay calm, focus and listen. I stayed there for three rounds and, on top of that, won.”
Roxana, after returning to the ring
After freezing in a white-collar fight, Roxana questioned whether she wanted to compete again. A few months after the programme, she returned — able to hear her coach, stay focused and complete all three rounds.
Read Roxana’s story
Over five weeks, Roxana practised recognising thinking, anchoring attention, meditation, breathing, visualisation and positive self-talk.
A working professional and parent, she reported that the benefits reached beyond boxing: more presence in daily life, greater patience at work and better-quality time with her son.
When she returned to the ring, she won. Alongside that result, she described meeting the pressure differently: remaining calm, listening and responding to her coach.
03 / Razvan · BXGP Heavyweight Champion
From overthinking
to knowing himself.
“I know myself now.”
Razvan
Razvan came to the programme with anxiety, disrupted sleep and fear of disappointing others. He reported better sleep, greater patience with his children and less concern about other people’s judgement.
Read Razvan’s story
Across his first six sessions, Razvan’s five-minute ThinkLogs went from 18 to 39 thoughts recognised. Anchoring, body scans, breathing and visualisation helped him practise returning his attention to the present.
He described sleeping “like a baby” and said: “I really don't care what they think anymore.”
The thoughts did not disappear. He described a changed relationship with them, alongside a stronger sense of presence and self-understanding.
Razvan went on to win his next fight, with Gui in his corner.
You don’t need to step into a ring to know pressure.
Begin with the free six-day experiment and explore your own experience of thinking.
These stories relate to the wider coaching programme. ThinkLog counts record thoughts recognised during the exercise; they are not performance scores. The free experiment introduces the first step: recognising thinking.
Your next step · Free six-day experiment
You’ve seen their stories.
Now explore your own.
What keeps coming back? Where does your thinking take you? Give yourself six days to start noticing.
The Autopilot Experiment guides you through short daily exercises and five-minute ThinkLogs, helping you recognise thinking as it occurs.
Start the free 6-day experiment →Join through Forento, where you’ll find the course and daily guidance.
Watch. Then try.
Find somewhere quiet and follow the day’s guidance. You can begin without any meditation experience.
Recognise. Say. Record.
During your ThinkLog, say the thoughts you recognise aloud. Keep your list so you can return to it.
Repeat. Compare. Discover.
Bring your six entries together. Notice changing subjects, familiar themes and the movement from one thought to another.
I’ve already tried the ThinkLog here. Why do six days?
One entry offers a glimpse. Repeating the practice gives you several experiences to compare, so you can see which themes return and what varies from day to day.
What if I find it difficult or don’t recognise many thoughts?
Saying thoughts aloud can feel unfamiliar. Pauses and uncertainty can be part of the first experience. Follow the guidance and be curious about what you notice. The count is not a score.
How much time should I allow?
The ThinkLog itself takes five minutes. Allow a little extra time to watch the guidance, do the accompanying exercise and write down your observations.
Does the free experiment teach the whole method?
This is the first step: See — recognising thinking as it happens. The full programme develops Return and Choose: coming back to the present and responding more skilfully under pressure.
Practical training for fighters, professionals and everyday life under pressure.
The first discovery
Thinking happens.
Recognising it
changes everything.
You do not choose every thought that appears. Often, you do not even recognise that thinking is happening. You are simply inside the story, reacting as though it were reality.
Absorbed in thinking
Lost inside the noise. One thought leads into another before you have recognised what is happening.
Recognising thinking
The thought has not disappeared. But your relationship to it has changed. You can see that thinking is happening.
Life under pressure
Different pressure.
The same invisible process.
The setting changes, but the mind follows familiar patterns. Thinking about the past. Predicting the future. Judging, rehearsing and trying to stay in control.
The fighter
before the bell
“What if I freeze?” “What if I’m not ready?”
The professional
before the meeting
“I need to get this right.” “What will they think?”
Awake
at 2am
“Why did I say that?” “What am I going to do?”
Recognising thinking does not stop thoughts from appearing. It creates the possibility of relating to them differently.
Wake Up From Autopilot
Train your mind the way you train your body
Most people are inside their thoughts, not above them — in the ring, in the boardroom, at 2am. Manual Pilot is a structured programme to help you see your mind clearly and take back control. Whether you want to train as part of a group or work with me one-on-one, leave your email and I'll personally get back to you with the details.
The Problem
The mind runs on autopilot
In the ring or the boardroom — most people are inside their thoughts, not above them. Attention drifts before anyone notices it's gone.
The Solution
NOTICE. BREATHE. RETURN.
Mindfulness isn’t about emptying the mind.
It’s about learning to catch thoughts before they control you.
The 4A Framework
Step-by-Step System for Training Awareness, Focus, and Presence
The 4A Framework is a structured mindfulness training system designed to help people break free from mental autopilot and build real-world mental strength.
The Movement
Awareness. Choice. Freedom
Manual Pilot is a movement to make awareness a fundamental human skill. A way to help people recognise autopilot, see their thoughts clearly, and reconnect with life — one moment at a time.
THE MINDFUL FIGHTER PROGRAM
Train your mind. Change how you experience life.
This is the full Mindful Fighters course — the same programme I take my fighters through.
Most people come to this work because they want help with nerves, anxiety, overthinking, confidence, or pressure.
But over the 5 weeks, something deeper often happens.
You don’t just learn how to calm down.
You learn how to see your thoughts more clearly, stop being controlled by them, and become more present in your life.
The goal is simple:
A life of presence… with moments of thinking.
Not the other way round.
Download our free game‑changing training app
This is your mental corner for fight camp — and especially for fight week and fight day.
Whether you’re in the gym, cutting weight, lying in bed, or sitting in the changing room — this app has your back.
✅ Tools to manage nerves
✅ Breathing resets for anxiety
✅ Affirmations to build confidence
✅ Physiological sighs for extreme pressure
✅ Body scans and sleep tools for deep rest
✅ Guidance to stay calm and composed during your cut
✅ Weekly new content to keep you consistent
Download it now
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Available now on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. Download today and start training with the full programme. link: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/mindful-fighter/id6748469471
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Fight Camp Exercises
Fight camp underway or fight day approaching? These powerful, easy-to-follow exercises sharpen your mindset, boost confidence, reduce stress, and help you tap into flow. Access the full 30+ videos via the MINDFUL FIGHTER app.
Visualise Your Victory
Believe It, Then Achieve It: Mental rehearsal primes your mind for success. You’ll learn how to visualise your ideal performance, step into the ring with belief, and let your body follow the script your mind has already written.
Rest and Recharge
Recovery Over Restlessness: Champions aren't made in the gym alone—they're built in deep rest. When your mind races before a fight, remember: recovery is part of the work. Breathe, let go, and trust the process. While you sleep, your body is preparing you to win.
Confidence & Mental Strength
Start Strong. Stay Strong: Every fighter’s journey begins in the mind. In this first session, we lay the mental foundations—confidence, focus, and resilience—that will carry you through training and into the ring. With the right mindset from day one, self-doubt gets left behind.
Calm Your Mind & Conquer Anxiety
Master the Moment, Not Just the Movement: The pressure is real—but so is your ability to control it. Learn how to stay grounded through simple breathing techniques and mindset tools. Whether it’s the nerves before sparring or the adrenaline of fight night, you’ll know how to stay calm and in control.
Watch the welcome video
In the ring — and in life — the real battle is in the mind. I’ve worked with hundreds of fighters to sharpen focus, regulate emotions, and build resilience under pressure. Just like your body, your mind can be trained. Let’s make sure it works for you, not against you.
Meet Your Coach
Hi, I’m Gui. I’ve worked with hundreds of fighters to help them master their mindset, and I’ve studied directly with the world’s leading experts. Over the years, I’ve crafted a system that’s simple, practical, and transformative.
The same tools that calm fighters under pressure are now being used in boardrooms like the BBC. These are human skills — universal techniques for focus, presence, and resilience.
No one should have to train their mind alone. That’s why I built a community where fighters and professionals grow together.
Find Out More and Connect
Do you have questions? Are you ready to start your journey to mental strength? Please feel free to reach out now. Our friendly team is ready to guide you towards unlocking your true potential.