218 | Breathwork: The Science Behind this Ultimate Healing Tool (Again!)

Episode 218 of the ICONS with Ava Johanna podcast, hosted by Ava Johanna, titled "218 | Breathwork: The Science Behind this Ultimate Healing Tool (Again!)" was published on August 18, 2022 and runs 32 minutes.

August 18, 2022 ·32m · ICONS with Ava Johanna

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Episode Description

Our breath is the most powerful healing tool in existence because it’s inextricably linked with our nervous system. When we slow down our breath, we switch off our sympathetic nervous (aka fight-or-flight response) and turn on our parasympathetic nervous system.

In today’s solo episode, I will delve into the science and spirituality of breathwork, and how we can use our breath to reclaim sovereignty over body, mind and spirit, especially in times of stress. I also share one of my favorite breathwork practices you can use anytime you feel anxious, stressed or simply disconnected from yourself. Albeit simple, this breathwork practice packs a serious punch of energy, vitality and peace.

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