In this episode, Mathew shares a personal story of how one simple breathing technique completely changed how he handles stress, parenting, and daily pressure, helping him stay calm in moments that would normally lead to frustration and overwhelm. 

He’s joined by breathwork instructor Chris Sulfa, who explains:

•  Why your breathing directly controls your stress response 
•  How breathwork can shift you out of anxiety in minutes 
•  Different types of breathwork (from calming to high-performance) 
•  How to use breathwork in real life (work, parenting, sleep) 
•  Why most people are breathing incorrectly without realising 

This is not just theory; you’ll walk away with practical tools you can use immediately.

What You’ll Learn

•  The link between breathing and your nervous system 
•  Why you feel “wired but tired” 
•  Simple breathing techniques to calm anxiety fast 
•  How to improve sleep without relying on supplements 
•  How to stay calm under pressure (kids, work, life) 
•  The difference between relaxation vs performance breathwork 

Who This Is For

•  Busy parents feeling overwhelmed 
•  Professionals dealing with stress or burnout 
•  Anyone struggling with sleep or overthinking 
•  Active people who want better recovery and focus

Find out more: 

• Align Breathwork Instagram

We’re currently planning Season 2 — let us know who you want on the show.
Send us a message on Instagram or email us at [email protected].

🎧 Episode Resources & Links

• Podcast Sponsor: Active Movement Studio
  https://activemovement.com.au
• Watch the exercises from this episode:
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• Podcast Producer Nellie:
  https://www.instagram.com/producer_nellie/
• Royalty-Free Music: Kontraa Studio | UKA Music. Pixabay.com

See you next week on the Treatment Table!