About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of proper breathing for reducing stress and improving mental clarity.

You breathe more than 20,000 times a day. But if your breathing is shallow, fast, noisy, or stuck high in your chest, your nervous system may be receiving a constant signal that you’re not safe yet. Which means your body can stay stuck in stress mode even when you’re desperately trying to relax. And over time, that can look like: 😮‍💨 Feeling tense, overwhelmed, or constantly “on” 😴 Poor sleep and waking up exhausted 💭 Racing thoughts, overthinking, and brain fog 💥 Snapping a...

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