Why Breathwork Might be the Key to Calming Your Nervous System - with Holly Denton

SummaryIn this episode of the Outsmart Burnout Podcast, Dr. Zarya Rubin speaks with Holly Denton, a trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, about the transformative power of breath for healing and personal growth. Holly shares her journey from social work to breathwork, highlighting the importance of addressing personal challenges and deep, unhealed emotions. The conversation delves into the connection between breath, the nervous system, and emotional wellness, offering practical breathing techniques for listeners to incorporate into their daily lives. Holly emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and the role of breathwork in overcoming burnout and reconnecting with one's true self.TakeawaysHolly Denton transitioned from social work to breathwork to help others heal.Personal challenges can lead to profound growth and self-discovery.Breathwork is a powerful tool for calming the nervous system.Understanding our breath can help us regulate our emotional state.Breath awareness can be practiced daily to enhance well-being.Breathwork can condense years of therapy into a short session.It's important to approach breathwork with intention and safety.Five minutes of breathwork can significantly shift your day.Connecting with our breath helps us connect with our true selves.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Healing and Transformation01:44 Holly's Journey from Social Work to Coaching04:58 Personal Challenges and Growth11:22 The Power of Breathwork18:03 Breathwork and Nervous System Regulation22:10 Understanding Breath and Its Connection to Stress25:31 Exploring Breathwork Journeys27:56 Practical Breathing Techniques for Everyday Use35:10 Navigating Burnout and Identity TransformationConnect with Holly:IG: www.instagram.com/hollsdentonemail: [email protected] like, subscribe and share this podcast with someone you think might enjoy it. And if you enjoyed the episode? Please leave us a review! It really does help other women looking to outsmart burnout discover the show.And remember, burnout is not your destiny; it's your wake-up call!Connect with Dr. Zarya Rubin:Sign up for your 1:1 SOS Session and Step Out of Survival Mode! https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/Listen to my TEDx talk about my burnout story: https://bit.ly/TEDxBurnoutLearn more: https://drzarya.comFollow along on IG: https://instagram.com/drzaryarubinDownload your FREE Outsmart Burnout Toolkit: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/outsmartburnouttoolkit