BREATHWORK - The power of breathing to bring physical, mental and emotional healing.

Breathwork is an umbrella term that encompasses various techniques aimed at utilising the power of breathing to bring about physical, mental and emotional healing. In recent years breathwork has become increasingly popular as a way to manage stress and anxiety. In this blog we'll explore the connection between breathwork and these two conditions, and how it can be used to improve our overall well-being.

Stress and anxiety are ubiquitous in modern society. They can arise from work, relationships, financial concerns and many other sources. When we experience stress and anxiety our body activates the fight or flight response which releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline. This can lead to physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat, sweating and muscle tension, as well as mental symptoms like worry, rumination and sleep disturbances.

Breathwork can help to mitigate the effects of stress and anxiety in several ways: First, by consciously controlling our breathing we can stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system which promotes relaxation and reduces stress hormones. For example, slow and deep breathing has been shown to lower cortisol levels and blood pressure, while also increasing feelings of calm and well-being.

Second, breathwork can help us to become more aware of our thoughts and emotions, which can reduce the impact of stress and anxiety on our lives. By focusing on our breathing, we can bring our attention away from worry and rumination, and instead cultivate a sense of calm and mindfulness. This can help us to see our thoughts and emotions from a different perspective and to develop more effective coping strategies.

Finally, breathwork can help us to build resilience against stress and anxiety. By regularly practicing breathwork, we can train our body and mind to respond to stress in a more positive and adaptive way, and to bounce back more quickly from challenging experiences.

In conclusion, breathwork is a powerful tool for managing stress and anxiety. By utilizing the power of breathing, we can improve our physical and mental health, reduce the impact of stress and anxiety, and build resilience for the future. Whether you're looking for a simple and effective way to manage stress and anxiety, or you're interested in exploring the full potential of breathwork for your health and well-being, it's worth giving it a try.

Here are some breathing techniques that are great to deal with stress & anxiety:

Alternate nasal breathing

Boxer Breathing

Samavritti (1:1 ration breathing)

Consciously breathing at your own pace is a wonderful way to breathe.

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BINAURAL BREATHWORK LAUNCH @ PULSE STUDIOS

We celebrated our official opening on Saturday Feb 4th. A great turnout, kicking off with an amazing Breathwork session followed by refreshments for all. Classes at Pulse Studios, River Street, South Yarra kicked off this week with Tuesday and Thursdays at 7am ensuring you start the day with energy, balance and the right mindset. We will also be running a session on Saturdays at 9am. Be sure to check the schedule on this home page for new sessions released and to book your place.

Have you had trouble sleeping lately?

Breathing for me is a way of life now, I owe it so much. We all have power to use this magical modality; Breathwork!

Sleeping is for us humans, one of the most important aspects of our lives. We spend 1/3 of our life doing it or attempting to. It’s what replenishes our energy, mind and muscles, it’s the ultimate rest.

So many of us never get a good nights sleep. There can be something on your mind, thinking about something someone has said, thinking about the future or the past, maybe you’re excited for a festival you’re going to attend on the weekend; even looking at your phone watching tv until late. All of those actions and thoughts have an effect on your sleep. How does Breathwork help with sleeping? Let me tell you.

I think we all have 15 minutes spare before bed, where we are not busy running around working, on our phone, watching tv.

This is the time where you lay down on your bed, sit upright at the end of your bed or get a yoga mat, sit on the carpet and get into a meditative position.
These are all a great way to start 15 minutes of conscious breath before bed.

Here are some breathing techniques that are great before bed;

• Alternate nasal breathing

• Boxer Breathing

• Samavritti (1:1 ration breathing)

• Consciously breathing at your own pace is a wonderful way to breathe.

All these practices can be done through the nose, when we breathe through the nose nitric oxide is released which is necessary to increase carbon dioxide (CO2) in the blood, which in turn what releases oxygen (O2).

Breathing through the nose engages your diaphragm, meaning it will stimulate the vagus nerve which actives the para-sympathetic nervous system. The vagus nerve is the longest nerve in the body, which oversees a vast array of crucially bodily functions, including control of mood, immune response, digestion and heart rate. This nasal breathing will play a big part in you having a great nights sleep.

Remember while using these techniques, make sure you’re comfortable, let yourself invite in any thoughts, feelings, emotions, don’t hold judgment on any of them just let them pass through your body and mind. Breathing light and subtle, you do not want to be activating your sympathetic nervous system which is fight or flight response.

Breathing through your nose while you sleep, placing your tongue on the roof of your mouth and also can tape your mouth shut, which I have done before, it works wonders!

WATCH VIDEO DEMO OF BREATHWORK TECHNIQUE