Transformational Breathwork In Farnham, Surrey

Breathwork

“What many doctors found, was that the best way to prevent many chronic health problems, improve athletic performance, and extend longevity was to focus on how we breathed.”

James Nestor, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art

Breathwork Basics

Signs Of Dysfunctional Breathwing

Breathing through the mouth
Upper chest movement
Hearing breathing during rest
Frequent sighing
Frequent yawning
Paradoxical breathing
Easily noticeable breathing movement during rest

How stress affects breathing

It becomes faster
Sighing becomes more frequent
Breathing becomes more noticeable
Oral breathing
Upper chest breathing

Breathing to evoke relaxation

Slow down breathing
Regular breathing
Soft breathing
Nose breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing

Breathwork.

“Healthy breathing is light, quiet, effortless and soft. Breaths are through the nose, diaphragmatic, rhythmic, and gently paused on the exhale.”

Patrick G McKeown, Oxygen Advantage

**The Breath influences the physical, emotional and spiritual elements of the human experience – and these are all intimately connected with our health and well-being.**

Step 1. Exploring Objectives

There are many reasons why people seek to explore breathwork ranging from physical healing from chronic health conditions to optimising physical performance, as well as exploring spirituality and ‘altered states of consciousness’. Read my blog The Ultimate Guide To Breathwork if you are new to this topic.

Step 2. Practice

A range of techniques can be considered based on your reasons for seeking support. I am an Oxygen Advantage certified instructor and a Transformational Breath Facilitator Intern.

Step 3. Progress

Breathwork is no different to any other form of self-care. It requires practice, and, improvement isn’t linear. Often people experience tremendous growth or improvement in the short term and then reach a plateau. Continued practice is paramount for the new breathing to advance and take root.