The one-minute grounding meditation was born from a real production need: emotional health support on set. First implemented in May 2024 and led by Manfred, the practice was embedded into the morning Safety Meeting led by the First Assistant Director — a brief, guided breathing moment before the workday begins.

Developed in collaboration with Lisa Chichelly and supported by producers Ian Dimmerman and Lisa — recognized for their award-winning work on The Porter — the initiative has since become a foundational part of the shooting day at Inferno Productions.

Across 7 productions and approximately 130 shooting days, the one-minute grounding meditation has helped bring crews into cohesion, set a clear intention for the day, and actively reinforce Inferno’s core values — kindness and respect for one another.