Episode 94 - Recentering

In this episode, I reflect on personal change, evolving perspectives, and the challenges of navigating uncertainty. I explore how breathing techniques—like box breathing and alternate nostril breathing—help me calm my mind and regain clarity. I share gratitude for the choices I have and discuss how staying grounded and adaptable can ease life’s transitions. Ultimately, support from others reminds us that, truly, People Power Everything.References:Brown, R. P., & Gerbarg, P. L. (2013). Breathing Practices for Treatment of Psychiatric and Stress-Related Medical Conditions. Psychiatric Clinics of North America, 36(1), 121–140  Bernardi, L., Wdowczyk-Szulc, J., Valenti, C., Castoldi, S., Passino, C., Spadacini, G., & Sleight, P. (2000). Effects of Controlled Breathing, Mental Activity and Mental Stress With or Without Verbalization on Heart Rate Variability. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 35(6), 1462–1469. Zaccaro, A., Piarulli, A., Laurino, M., Garbella, E., Menicucci, D., Neri, B., & Gemignani, A. (2018). How Breath-Control Can Change Your Life: A Systematic Review on Psycho-Physiological Correlates of Slow Breathing. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 12, 353Box Breathing (Square Breathing): Source: Described in "Breathing: The Master Key to Self Healing" by Dr. Andrew Weil (2004)4-7-8 Breathing: Source: Developed by Dr. Andrew Weil, detailed in his book "Breathing: The Master Key to Self Healing" (2004)Diaphragmatic Breathing (Belly Breathing): Source: American Lung Association's breathing technique resourcesAlternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana): Research published in the International Journal of Yoga (2013)Progressive Relaxation Breathing: Developed by Dr. Edmund Jacobson, described in his book "Progressive Relaxation" (1938)