What is breathwork?
Breathwork is the conscious control of the rate, rhythm, and depth of breathing, a technique used in relaxation and meditative practices in order to reduce psychological stress, control anxiety and emotion, and focus thoughts; however, unlike meditation, it allows you to enter a different state of consciousness by disconnecting from the mind.
People have practiced breathwork to:
aid positive self-development
boost immunity
process emotions, heal emotional pain and trauma
develop life skills
enrich creativity
improve personal and professional relationships
increase confidence, self-image, and self-esteem
increase joy and happiness
overcome addictions
reduce stress and anxiety levels
release negative thoughts
Breathwork is used to help to improve a wide range of issues including:
anger issues
anxiety
chronic pain
depression
emotional effects of illness
grief
trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Breathwork can open meridians and channels, align your body and its energy, and create a healing experience. The beauty of Breathwork is that it is natural so that you and your breath become the source of answers to questions, insights to challenges, freedom from feeling stuck, downloads to what's next for you, your life and your work in the world.
Your experience and process with breathwork will be unique. Talk to a healthcare provider before doing any breathwork therapies. This is especially important if you have any medical conditions or take medications.
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