Release and relax with extended exhale breathing

This episodes explores the potential of extended exhale breathing, a simple technique used for reducing tension, relaxing your body, and promoting overall well-being. Whether you're seeking stress relief, managing tight muscles, or simply looking for a daily boost, this method can be a helpful tool. I talk about the mechanics of extended exhaling, its impact on nervous system regulation, and identify recent scientific studies supporting its effectiveness. Join in to learn how you can incorporate this technique into your daily routine. This episode was designed to support people with pelvic and sexual pain (e.g. GPPPD, vaginismus, vulvodynia). SHOWNOTES: ⁠⁠https://www.thesensatespace.com/POD1⁠ FREE GUIDE FOR PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS: ⁠⁠https://thesensatespace.com/empowered/⁠⁠ (for people with anxiety + pain with pap smear and similar). STICKERS + HELPFUL THINGS: ⁠⁠https://thesensatespace.com/shop/⁠⁠ IMPORTANT: This is a psychology podcast about vaginismus and other pelvic and sexual pain disorders, and related issues (genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder, dyspareunia, vulvodynia, painful intercourse, gynaecological pain, sexual dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain) for the purpose of education and collaboration; it’s not therapy or medical advice. Information is general in nature and does not replace individualised assessment or treatment advice. Please seek professional support tailored to your specific needs. If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help now, call triple zero (000). You can also call Lifeline on 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please see our ⁠⁠About⁠⁠ page for more information.