Breathwork Articles & Research

breathwork for addiction and trauma recovery

Breathwork for Addiction & Trauma Recovery: A Powerful Solution

Exploring the Connection Between Trauma and Addiction Before we delve into why breathwork for addiction recovery is such a powerful modality, its important to first understand where addictions come from. Addiction is not a matter of choice or a manifestation of disease. It does not indicate weakness, moral failure, lack of willpower, poor decision-making, or…

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5 Tips for Experiencing the Full Benefits of Your Breathwork Journey

As a trauma-informed Breathwork facilitator and teacher, I wholeheartedly endorse the inherent wisdom within each breather and encourage participants to let their inner guidance lead the way. This approach empowers individuals to become their own healers, and teaches them that everything they need and all the answers they seek are already within them. Rather than…

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

What is Breathwork and How Does it Differ from Other Breathing Modalities?

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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How Often Should You Do Breathwork?

As a breathwork facilitator and teacher trainer, one of the most common questions I encounter is: How often should you do breathwork? While there’s no straightforward ‘one-size-fits-all’ answer to this question, several factors can help you determine the ideal frequency for yourself. Before we dive in, it’s important to distinguish between conscious connected breathwork and…

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holotropic breathwork and rebirthing, the history of modern CCB

How Holotropic Breathwork and Rebirthing Led to “The New Yoga”

The significance of breath spans across the annals of history, with the very term ‘breath’ intertwined with ‘spirit’ in numerous languages. Breath-centric rituals and meditative practices have been ingrained in the tapestry of diverse ancient cultures and religions, encompassing traditions such as Taoism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, Yoga, Qigong, Shamanism, Sufism, and martial arts. These civilizations…

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Toning the Vagus Nerve: Pathways to Relaxation and Well-Being

This article explores methods to stimulate the vagus nerve, a critical component of the nervous system influencing mental, emotional, and physical health. We’ll discuss the importance of vagal tone and delve into techniques for promoting its activation. Why Tone the Vagus Nerve? Vagal tone refers to the nerve’s efficiency. As highlighted in previous articles, the…

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Transform Your Life and Others’ with our Trauma Informed Breathwork Facilitator Training

Breathwork is a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation. But have you ever considered sharing this gift with others? A high quality Breathwork facilitator training can equip you to guide individuals on their own journeys of self-discovery and healing. Discover Our Breathwork Facilitator Training This training was Masterminded by Benedict Beaumont of Breathing Space,…

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