If it seems like everyone and their dog is talking about the benefits of breathwork, you're not wrong; it's rise in popularity can be attributed to a number of factors, not least of all is how effective breathing exercises are in reducing stress levels. We can likely all relate to an overall increase in stress in the midst of an on-going pandemic, political turmoil, and the effects of climate and ecological collapse - we need all the damn tools to survive and dare we say, thrive - breathwork is one of the most accessible practices out there. Breathing exercises may be "trending" because of cel ..read more

While it's true that certain breathing exercises can engage your body, mind and spirit on a deeper level, it's a misconception that learning to consciously control your breath pattern can only be of benefit if you're ready, willing and able to face unconscious trauma and deeper issues. If you're here, it's likely that you've heard or read about how certain exercises can provide catharsis, healing and integration for people navigating serious mental health conditions and trauma. This may sound intimidating and rather scary for folks who are not yet ready to dive into the deeper realms of healin ..read more

If you work in the Human Resources department of your company, or even if you're an employee with an interest in company culture and well being, you might be curious about what types of team building activities may be useful to incorporate as part of a company retreat schedule, and what might be beneficial to boost employee morale - so let's talk about how and why breathwork may be a creative and positive practice to consider in the workplace. The Benefits of Breathwork For The Workplace According to the Future Workplace 2021 HR Sentiment Survey, nearly 70% of senior human resources leaders pl ..read more

You may have participated in or witnessed a conscious breathwork session where the facilitator encourages or invites the client to vocalise in some way either by yelling, taking deep sighs, and repeating affirmations, visuals or memories that may be arising - and now you're wondering, is this a necessary part of a breathwork session? Simply put, while it isn't a requirement or a necessity of an effective breathwork session, skilled facilitators may use these guided prompts during a session as a technique to deepen the breathing experience for the client, but it's important to understand that n ..read more

Perhaps you've been curious about joining our weekly online support group, but the word "recovery" is tripping you up. That's fair! It's common to only here this term being used in the context of substance use disorders/addiction treatment programs, and you may be asking yourself, I'm not in an addiction recovery process, so can I still join - and benefit from - this support group? And to that we say, simply, yes - and, let's get into why. The Stigma of Addiction & Substance Use/Abuse While there has been progress made in understanding the roots and effects of addiction and substance abuse ..read more

Music possesses an extraordinary power to transcend language and touch the deepest corners of our hearts and minds. Its ability to generate profound emotions, influence brain activity, and inspire transformative experiences is truly remarkable. The use of carefully selected music during a breathwork experience can positively impact the ability of the client to engage with particular emotional landscapes that may otherwise be challenging to connect with. Additionally, music selection may also allow the practitioner to tap into areas of focus and intuition to better support the client during a b ..read more

It's often said that grief is the price we pay for loving, and in that sense, loss and grief can be considered a universal thread of experience that ties humanity to each other, and to our natural environment. Unfortunately, the systems of oppression that we exist within consider the act of grieving an "inconvenience"; as the vast emotional landscape of grief is a hindrance to capitalist productivity. Grief tending requires a fierce softness and spaciousness that is wholly counter-intuitive to the near-constant demands placed on us to survive within a society that is obsessed with individualis ..read more

Navigating the breadth of professional training programs for breathwork accreditation can be a complex and challenging process, so we're here to help you find a bit of clarity in the chaos. You may be gravitating towards training programs where you have established relationships with current practitioners who are offering breathwork accreditation, or you may be diving into the deep end with few connections and a limited scope of the breathwork teacher training "scene". Regardless of where you find yourself on your journey, it's vital to consider a number of aspects and to ask yourself a few qu ..read more

While it's well documented that engaging in breathwork exercises can reduce stress related health problems, did you know that learning to control the breath can also benefit and boost athletic performance? Breathwork practices can aid in reducing performance anxiety, increasing endurance, and improving recovery, whether you're a performing at a professional or personal level. The Science Behind Breathwork for Athletic Performance Breathwork can have a significant impact on physical performance, as it can improve various physiological processes that are essential for athletic activities. Here a ..read more

If you're anything like us, your mind races...on and on and on and on ad infinitum. Oh I should have done this or that, omg I never responded to that text, I forgot to schedule that email to go out in the morning, going going gone (your precious Zs evaporated). And YES it happens to the best of us; I lost a few hours of my life ruminating about how I wrote THIS WHOLE BLOG and my work didn't save. Just keep breathing! What we're talking about here is way easier said than done. Whether a yogic practice or focused 4-7-8 breathing, it take serious effort sometimes to call your bestie let alone put ..read more