In today’s episode, I am joined by Rob Rea, a breathwork practitioner and coach based in London. Rob delves into the ancient practice of breathwork, emphasizing its significance in modern life filled with stressors. He speaks to the science behind this ancient practice explaining how it can help shift our nervous system from a heightened state to a more relaxed state, providing a natural method for managing stress and enhancing overall well-being.

Rob shares how breathwork can help manage stress by fostering mindfulness and awareness of one's breathing patterns, allowing for better control over the body's response to stress. He also speaks to different types of breathwork practices, like conscious connected breathing, which can induce altered states of consciousness and emotional release. While there are more simple breathing techniques, it’s quite impressive that the breath alone can help us in processing unresolved trauma under these more advanced techniques.

We also discuss:

• Rob Rea's journey into breathwork and how its ancient origins link to yoga
• Impact of modern life stressors on the nervous system and how breathwork can help
• Importance of building awareness of one's breath and recognizing stress patterns
• Benefits of nasal breathing and simple breathing exercises
• Advanced breathwork techniques for processing unresolved traumas and improving mental health
• When breathwork is contraindicated and who should refrain from practicing it

But, ultimately, Rob underscores the transformative power of breathwork in improving both mental and physical health.

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