Breathing—it’s something we do every second of every day, but are we doing it wrong? According to James Nestor’s book Breath, the answer is a resounding yes. This week, we’re joined by my brother, who recommended this life-changing book to me years ago and swears by its techniques. Not only is he my oldest sibling and one of my closest friends, but he also made quite the impression at my wedding as the flower dude—strutting down the aisle with a sparkly fanny pack, tossing petals, and dancing to Britney Spears. You could say he’s pretty iconic. We're diving into Breath to explore how 90% of us are actively harming our own health by breathing incorrectly, the fascinating history of breathing and why our ancestors had it figured out, a wild experiment where Nestor plugged his nose for several days (spoiler: it didn't go well), and my brother's personal insights on utilizing these breathing methods. We’ll also discuss the book’s most shocking takeaways, practical tips you can start using today, and how something as simple as nasal breathing can transform your well-being.

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