Breathwork
What is Breathwork?
Breathwork is the field of study & practice that encompasses a variety of breathing techniques utilised individually & in groups, to cultivate self-awareness & the enhancement of physical, emotional, cognitive, or spiritual well-being.
~ Dr Philippa C R Wheble & Dr Ela Manga, IBF Science & Research Group
Beyond the basic need for survival, humans are unique in our ability to consciously change our breathing. As we grow and learn, we develop habits and patterns of holding or controlling the breath in order to manage our emotions. These habits continue and strengthen, becoming automatic behaviours that then define our interactions in the world. In this way, breathing acts as a bridge between our experience in the physical body, and how we interpret, express and connect with the world around us. Breathwork allows us to identify and understand this bridge between our conscious and subconscious experiences that we have built for ourselves.
Experience this in the comfort of your own home, or location of choice, with a downloaded journey below:
A recording of the online breathwork and sound bath from July 2023
This e-book provides an introduction to breathwork; explaining the science in the body, the relation to stress, trauma and the nervous system, and also includes different techniques and tips to help you begin your own practice.
Explore more of our free meditations and resources here.
Science & Schools
The world of breathwork contains a diverse number of approaches and schools throughout the ages. Among the most prominent are: Pranayama, Qigong, Coherent Breathing, Wim Hof Method, Buteyko, Rebirthing, and Holotropic. Breathwork has also been proven to regulate and balance the autonomic nervous system, with new studies demonstrating benefits for cardiovascular health, mental health, well-being, and immunity. Further in-depth research can be found below:
If you are ready to begin this journey with your breath:
your health, your body, and your life, We are ready with you.
“There is no linear evolution;
there is only a circumambulation of the self.”
~ Carl Jung
What does a Breathwork session with us entail?
Preparation for the journey
Discussion of current situation
Embodiment process
Breathwork
Sharing & feedback
After care
Each session will be specifically curated and held by a qualified facilitator. The role of the facilitator is to hold space and support throughout the journey.
A minimum of at least three sessions is recommended as studies have shown that
commitment to new ways of thinking, being, and living, need to be forged and cultivated consistently over time.
“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.”
~ Rumi
How did we do?
Let us know what you think, we are always looking toward how best to serve the needs of the community and welcome any feedback.