I am so excited to guide you through three simple breath exercises to regulate your nervous system. This is most helpful when anxiety strikes during inopportune times and you need quick solutions. As a trauma certified yoga expert I love bringing practical applications for anxiety reduction and prevention to build a more peaceful life.
Alternate nostril breathing, also known as Nadi Shodhana or Anulom Vilom, is a yogic breathing technique that involves inhaling and exhaling through alternate nostrils while using the fingers to close off one nostril at a time.
This is a short meditation and breath practice to reset your day and bring you back to center. This is a short meditation and breath practice to reset your day and bring you back to center. A physiological sigh is relaxing because it triggers physiological and neurological responses that help reduce stress and anxiety. When we sigh, we take a deep breath, filling our lungs to capacity, and then pause briefly before exhaling. This deep inhalation and breath-holding activate specific neural circuits in the brainstem, leading to the release of neurotransmitters like serotonin.
Join Cally in her transformative Restorative Breathwork Combo Class, where she expertly guides you through a unique blend of restorative yoga and breathwork techniques. This powerful combination allows you to deeply relax and release tension while cultivating mindfulness and inner peace. By incorporating this class into your weekly practice, you can experience numerous benefits, such as reduced stress, improved sleep, enhanced focus, and increased overall well-being.
By practicing box breathing, individuals can promote calmness, reduce stress, and enhance focus by regulating their breathing and activating the body's relaxation response. Box breathing is a relaxation technique that involves a pattern of inhaling, holding the breath, exhaling, and holding the breath again, all for equal counts. The name "box breathing" refers to the shape of a box, symbolizing the balanced and rhythmic nature of the breath. By practicing box breathing, individuals can promote calmness, reduce stress, and enhance focus by regulating their breathing and activating the body's relaxation response.
