Ep. 3: Catch The Wave of Your Life

This week’s Breath Break was sparked by an inspiring piece of content from Dr Alice MacKinnon, a life coach and women’s surf instructor, drawing a beautiful analogy between surfing and life. There’s always that moment, whether you’re on a surfboard or navigating everyday life, where fear makes us grip tight instead of leaning in.I’ve been thinking about that a lot — how we cling to what’s familiar, how we second-guess ourselves, and the possibility of what’s on the other side if we were to give a little more energy to what we truly care about.That’s where this week’s breath practice comes in: a simple way to find balance, tap into the oceanic flow of life, and shift from hesitation into the possibility of more awesomeness. Hang ten baby!The Science Behind This Week’s Breath TechniqueThis week’s breath is ujayi, often used in yoga for its ability to unite mind and body and anchor us into the present. It’s known as Victorious Breath for the way it supports resilience, and as Ocean Breath because of its wave-like sound.By creating a light constriction at the back of the throat, the breath naturally slows down — calming the nervous system, steadying the mind, and supporting the body’s built-in systems for balance.Ujayi is a reminder that nature knows balance.And as natural beings, we do too.We just forget — especially in a fast-paced, modern world.Working with the breath reconnects us to what’s already within us.Give It a GoInvite a little more balance — a little more surfer’s courage — into your day.Take ten minutes for this week’s micro-meditation.Want more support?If you’re wanting a little more support right now, I’d love to work with you. I offer personalised breath and meditation sessions designed to meet you exactly where you are. You can book an introductory consultation at stan.store/jenafer.Gift CertificateAnd if you’re gifting this season, consider giving someone a moment of calm — a gift that helps them come home to themselves. Breathwork Gift Certificates are available at stan.store/jenafer.xo-Jenafer This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit busytobalanced.substack.com