Join us as we talk about the many wonderful applications of breathwork, or pranayama, in our daily lives! In this episode, we share personal stories, along with insights from experts, about how this simple but powerful practice can create a sense of grounding, sharpen our focus, and enhance our physical well-being. We also delve into some of its more esoteric applications, such as inducing altered states of consciousness, including the psychotherapeutic potential of holotropic breathwork, and the energizing effects of Kundalini yoga. Whether you're seeking calm before the storm of a hectic schedule, need a tool to enhance mental clarity, or are hoping to explore alternate realities without the use of drugs, you'll find this episode a breath of fresh air!
Show Resources
Breathing Their Way to an Altered State, Ernesto Londoño, New York Times, January 10, 2024 https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/09/style/therapy-breathing-psychedelics.html
Grof Holotropic Breathwork https://www.holotropic.com/holotropic-breathwork/about-holotropic-breathwork/
Cuyamunge Institute, Ecstatic Trance Ritual Postures https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jvBnf_K2QTu58_jqPyUMBovtA1N9zBw-IpiKczQPv2E/edit
Sama Vritti Prânâyâma, The Biomedical Institute of Yoga and Meditation, Pranayama Manual, February 21, 2023 https://biyome.com.au/pranayama-manual/sama-vritti-pranayama/
Box breathing: how to do it and why it matters, Calm https://www.calm.com/blog/box-breathing
Exploring the Therapeutic Benefits of Pranayama (Yogic Breathing): A Systematic Review, Jayawardena R, Ranasinghe P, Ranawaka H, Gamage N, Dissanayake D, Misra A. International Journal of Yoga, 2020 May-Aug;13(2):99-110 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7336946/
What is Prananyama? Medically Reviewed byC. Nicole Swiner, MD on April 30, 2023, WebMd https://www.webmd.com/balance/what-is-pranayama
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