113: Follow the Breath: How Inner Work Transforms Outer Reality with Abby Hildebrand

Ever wondered how a simple act like breathing can reshape your life and transform your world? In this week’s episode of Mystical Sisterhood, Abby Hildebrand explains how breathwork can help us reconnect with our essence, live more fully, and embrace our unique paths.Breath is more than just a life-sustaining function. It's a gateway to our inner peace, wisdom, and potential. Abby, a dedicated trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, joins us to share her journey and the incredible changes she's witnessed in her life and the lives of others through breathwork.As a trauma-informed facilitator, Abby works with individuals, leaders, and caregivers, encouraging them to slow down and embrace the process of self-discovery. By taking small steps to expand their emotional capacity and resilience, Abby's clients learn to unleash their full potential.Breath patterns reveal much about our internal state. Whether we hold our breath in stress or breathe shallowly out of habit, these patterns signal areas for growth and healing. Abby shares insights on how breath can indicate our response to life’s stressors and help us transition back to a state of calm.Ultimately, Abby advocates for curiosity—the willingness to explore where our spark or interest might lead. By leaning into this curiosity and breathing through our journeys, we can move compassionately towards our true aspirations.In a fast-paced world that often neglects the power of presence, Abby invites us all to pause, breathe, and uncover the beauty within and around us. Through her teachings, we are reminded that true power lies not in rushing through life but in embracing the journey with every breath.We talk about:00:00 Introduction to the Power of Breath02:34 Abby's Journey: From Medicine to Performing Arts05:22 Discovering Nature and Self09:44 Returning to the City with a New Perspective16:53 The Importance of Breathwork in Parenting21:35 The Energetic Connection Between Mother and Child23:14 The Growing Popularity of Body Wisdom25:50 The Ripple Effect of Conscious Parenting26:36 Trauma-Informed Practices and Nervous System Safety29:20 Exploring Stress Responses and Breath Patterns30:35 The Power of Slowing Down34:12 Breathwork Techniques and Their Benefits36:25 Parenting in the Pandemic Era41:31 Embracing Curiosity and Following Your Spark44:31 The Importance of Softening and Acceptance45:28 Final Thoughts and GratitudeResources mentioned in this episode:The Mystical Sisterhood Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysticalsisterhoodOne-on-One Coaching: Schedule a Discovery Call HereJoin the ongoing Mystical Sisterhood Creator’s Workshop, Creator Connections here.About the Host: Maureen Spielman is the Founder of Mystical Sisterhood, a podcast dedicated to bringing more joy, healing and expansion of consciousness to the world. She is a Holistic Life Coach who supports women through one-on-one coaching, tailored groups, and workshops. Connect with AbbyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellnesscreek/?hl=en Website: https://abbyhildebrand.my.canva.site/ Connect with Maureen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maureenspielman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysticalsisterhoodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list Website: https://www.maureenspielman.comEmail Maureen at [email protected] to inquire about coaching, podcasting & speaking engagementsThanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Disclaimer: This information in this podcast is to be used for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose and treat any healthy problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific situation. For my full disclaimer, visit https://www.maureenspielman.comSubscribe to the PodcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.