In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I’m joined by breathwork facilitator, mentor, and nervous system expert Chris Payten — and this conversation is truly life-changing.
We dive into the science behind your breath — the part nobody talks about — including how CO2, oxygen regulation, nasal breathing, and even short breath holds can instantly shift your emotional state, boost mental clarity, and calm your nervous system.
Chris shares openly about his own healing journey: breathwork sessions that released trauma, resurfaced subconscious memories, and helped him rebuild from depression, grief, and identity loss. His story shows how healing doesn’t always require words — sometimes it just requires breath.
We explore:
🫁 The real science of breathwork
Why most people are overbreathing, how CO2 affects anxiety, and how slowing your breath can bring your brain back online.
❤️ Trauma stored in the body
How emotional layers release through breathwork, why memories resurface, and how forgiveness becomes possible.
🚀 Building a mission-driven business
Chris’ strategy for certifying 1,000 breathwork facilitators, impacting 5 million lives by 2030, and scaling a company through values-driven leadership.
👨👧👦 His philosophy on happiness
Why alignment matters more than balance, how to live in your truth, and why satisfaction comes from purpose, not perfection.
🧠 Decision-making and values
How to say yes and no with intention, and how to lead a business without losing yourself.
This episode blends neuroscience, personal healing, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and breathwork wisdom — and it will completely change how you think about your mind, your body, and your happiness.
If you’ve ever felt anxious, exhausted, emotionally stuck, or disconnected from yourself… this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen now and learn how one breath can shift your entire life.
And make sure to follow Chris on Instagram here and join the movement - https://www.instagram.com/chrispayten_?igsh=MXRvcXgyaXF5M2l6Ng==
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