Breathwork Q&A + FAQ

DMT breathwork and transcendence

DMT Breathwork: Can Circular Breathing Release DMT?

Conscious connected breathwork leads to non-ordinary states of consciousness and visionary experiences akin to psychedelic journeys. Enthusiasts of connected breathing frequently compare their breathwork encounters to the effects of substances like Ayahuasca, which is known for its high DMT content. Furthermore, the benefits reported from breathwork often mirror those associated with DMT and other psychedelic…

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breathwork during tetany - what causes it and how to handle it

Tetany During Breathwork: Causes, Significance, and How to Transcend It

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, occasionally causing the mouth to…

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what is somatic breathwork

What Is Somatic Breathwork?: Demystifying this ‘Trending’ Term

Somatic Breathwork has surged in popularity recently, and this trending term has sparked confusion among the public, leaving many to wonder: What is Somatic Breathwork? In fact, at Unity Breathwork, we frequently encounter inquiries about the distinctions between our breathwork sessions and breathwork training compared to Somatic Breathwork. In the following, we aim to demystify…

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Decoding Breathwork Contraindications: A Complete Glossary and the Explanation Behind Each

Conscious Connected Breathwork is a profound modality that provides a wide array of mental, physical, emotional and spiritual benefits. It also empowers us to be our own healers, to shed layers of trauma, to connect to our inner wisdom, and to create positive lasting change. For individuals without pre-existing health conditions, Conscious Connected Breathwork is…

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painful breathwork claw hands aka tetany

Breathwork Claw Hands: What You Need to Know if You Experience Pain During or After Your Session

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,…

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breathwork vs pranayama vs functional breathing. What is the difference?

What is Breathwork and How Does it Differ from Functional Breath Work & Pranayama?

Understanding the distinctions among Breathwork, Functional Breath Work, and Pranayama is useful as the popularity of ‘Breathwork’ surges. The term itself, however, can be ambiguous, leading to misconceptions. Some interpret it as a functional approach to improve everyday breathing, which may elicit humorous responses like, “I’ve been breathing my whole life!” Others associate it with…

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