the profound art of breathing Coffee & Conversation With Guest Patricia Rae
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Recovery Advocate Network Podcast Coffee and Conversations! with Joshua Young features Patricia Rae, an award-winning actor, producer, humanitarian, painter, co-host of the podcast believe this and a Restorative Yoga and Reiki Master. In Episode #91 “Let’s All Breathe…” Patricia guides listeners through a transformative breathing exercise. And wowee, what a good time to engage in the profound art of breathing.
Before beginning the exercise she highlights the importance of intentional breathing as an essential part of the recovery journey. It can lower our cortisol and anxiety levels, balance the carbon / oxygen levels in our blood stream, activate our immune system and help us to clear our minds and focus.
Mindful breathing practices
In researching the medical benefits of mindful breathing exercises RabbleRouse News found multiple sources which cite peer reviewed research confirming the benefits of breathwork. It is shown to lower blood pressure and heart rate, reduce stress, reduce lactic buildup in muscles, boost immune system health and energy levels.
Arts
Actors, singers, musicians and athletes are trained in diaphragmatic breathing from day one and the importance of breathwork becomes a natural reflex.
Lungs
The American Lung Association website states that “Like aerobic exercise improves your heart function and strengthens your muscles, breathing exercises can make your lungs more efficient.”
Heart
In Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News’s article he states that careful breathing can help your health not just your inspiration.
Head
Research shows “Over time, using controlled breathing to lower blood pressure and heart rate can help prevent stroke and lower risk of cerebral aneurysm.”
“Breathing might seem like a simple, everyday act, but it holds immense power in the context of recovery. Whether you are overcoming substance abuse, healing from trauma, coping with grief, or dealing with any other life challenges, mindful breathing can be a cornerstone of your healing journey.” – Joshua Young, Coffee and Conversations Podcast
Recovery resources
Recovery Advocate Network (RAN) was founded in 2021 to address the mind-boggling and disturbing disparity in resources for people experiencing mental health disorders, processing disorders, substance abuse, trauma healing and sexual identity challenges. See their website for more information www.recoveryadvocatenetwork.org
*We experienced significantly lowered stress and improved clarity with this breathing exercise so by publishing this information we recommend our readers try it and share the profound art of breathing. Perhaps a daily practice could calm the storms we face. It’s worth a try… beats stroking out.
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