Ancient Wisdom, Modern Healing: Breath, Qi & Acupuncture with Banya Lim

We'd love to hear your thoughts on the show! All feedback is appreciated.What if your breath could unblock emotional energy and guide you back to your natural state of well-being?In this episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda Russo welcomes Banya Lim, a multi-generational healer, energy coach, and the creator of the Qi Mastery System. With over three decades of experience as an acupuncturist and practitioner of oriental medicine, Banya shares how breathwork became a catalyst in her personal and professional healing journey.Listeners will be inspired by Banya’s unique integration of spiritual acupuncture, movement, and breath, and how the body holds not just tension—but wisdom, memory, and the potential for emotional release. Discover how specific breath patterns and movements can open energetic pathways, dissolve blockages, and restore emotional clarity. This conversation also explores the five elements, the body’s subtle messages, and the power of healing through intuition.Whether you’re looking to deepen your self-awareness, move stuck energy, or explore a holistic approach to wellness, this episode is a must-listen.Key Points:[2:04] – Banya’s early healing path and the roots of spiritual acupuncture[4:35] – The breath as a delivery system for qi and personal transformation[7:00] – How breathwork and movement complement acupuncture practices[12:22] – Her first breathwork experience and the emotional breakthrough it sparked[15:24] – The five elements and how they mirror emotions in the body[21:52] – Why movement is essential for clearing blocked energy[28:19] – A powerful stretch + breath technique to release anger quickly[34:14] – Emotional imprints in the body and how beliefs create blockages[36:33] – Final wisdom: align your inner world to create outer transformationIf this episode inspired you, don’t forget to rate, review, and share it with a friend who could use a breath of insight and clarity. Keep breathing...your body knows the way.To Connect with Amanda Russo, The Breathing Goddess~ Sign Up for Virtual Mindful Mindset Mondays HERE~ Book a 1:1 Breathwork Session HERE~ Instagram: @thebreathinggoddess