What’s happening when awareness drops and memories go blank during breathwork? Conscious Connected Breathing (CCB) opens the door to a wide range of experiences—activated emotional releases, the processing of old trauma, deep connection with inner wisdom, somatic journeys filled with sensation, and even colorful, psychedelic visions. It can also lead people into subtle, still states,…
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Anxiety, Depression, and Addiction As a mental health therapist Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been the gold standard in my field for working with clients with all types of mental health conditions to include anxiety, depressive disorders, and all addictions. CBT may be the most researched therapy modality with the…
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Stress often gets a bad reputation, but not all stress is harmful. In fact, there’s a form of stress that can fuel growth, focus, and resilience—scientists call it eustress. Unlike chronic distress, which overwhelms and depletes us, eustress is energizing. It challenges us without pushing us beyond our capacity, creating opportunities for transformation. What Science…
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Tetany during breathwork is commonly characterized by cramping, tightening, tingling, numbness, or a temporary sense of paralysis. It most frequently affects the hands, often referred to as “claw hands” or “T-Rex hands” due to their distinctive shape. However, tetany can also occur in the calves, feet, or around the mouth and jaw area, occasionally causing…
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If you’ve been struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, chronic stress, or lingering trauma, this summit is for you. Your nervous system isn’t broken—it’s brilliantly loyal. It holds onto what it believes keeps you safe. This summit will show you how to work with your body and mind to bring balance, calm, and resilience back into your…
The term “DMT breathwork” has gained popularity and sparked curiosity, but the question remains: can breathwork actually stimulate the release of the psychedelic molecule DMT (N,N-Dimethyltryptamine) in the body? Conscious Connected Breathwork induces non-ordinary states of consciousness and visionary experiences that many enthusiasts liken to psychedelic journeys. Practitioners often draw parallels between their breathwork experiences…
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As the field of therapy continues to evolve, many clinicians are recognizing that traditional talk therapy alone may not be sufficient to help clients release deep-seated trauma, access suppressed emotions, or overcome mental blocks. While talk therapy is invaluable for creating awareness around patterns and understanding the pathology behind them, clients can often become stuck.…
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Conscious Connected Breathwork (CCB) is rapidly growing in popularity, bringing with it numerous offshoots and variations. While the modern, westernized lineage of CCB is primarily rooted in Holotropic Breathwork and Rebirthing, neither of these methods traditionally included breath holding. However, with the rise of the Wim Hof Method, some participants have begun incorporating breath holds…
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Managing anxiety can feel overwhelming but one of the simplest and most effective tools for calming the mind and body is right under your nose—your breath. Conscious breathing exercises can help regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and instantly bring you back to the present moment. Whether you’re looking for a quick way to regain…
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What Are Breathwork Claw Hands? Breathwork claw hands (or lobster hands) are known clinically as tetany. Tetany manifests as involuntary muscle contractions, often in the hands causing them to go into a claw-like shape, but it can also occur in other parts of the body. These contractions can vary from mild sensations like tingling, numbness,…