What are the dangers of breathwork?

Breathing can be difficult when the situation is out of our hands. Visit stressThe stress, anxiety and routines of daily life are all negative energy that needs to be excluded from our bodies. But this is not always easy to do. The best way to do this is through meditation. In fact, a new breathing method called “Breathwork” has just been imported into France. What are the risks of this new method? Find out in this article.

Image illustration of Breathwork. Image taken via internet
(Image illustration of Breathwork. Image taken via internet)

What is breathwork?

However, Breathwork or rebirth is not a new technique. In fact, it has already created in 1970 in the United States in order to'reach a certain state of consciousness without having to use substances. Here are the steps to follow:

  1. First, in with eyes closed and hands on stomach and the chest, you need mouth breathing by inflating the belly.
  2. As a result, take a second breath by inflating the chest (without deflating the belly);
  3. Finally, all that's left to do is relax and deflate the belly and the chest with an energetic exhalation.

As the technique absorbs a lot of oxygen and releases too much carbon dioxide, our bodies can experience a number of non-serious side effects. However, it's the benefits that are more numerous.

Why breathwork?

If you're someone who's under a lot of stress, you need to adopt Breathwork. This breathing method enables you to forge your mind by getting your body used to being stressed. As a result, if you suffer this type of anxiety voluntarily, you will be able easily master it better and overcome intense stress. But this is not always easy to do and sessions can sometimes be difficult. However, it's worth it if you really want to strengthen your mind.

Besides, a few minutes after the last stage breathing, you'll feel much better. Other people say that during this momentthey could easily release emotions they've never been able to before. Some practitioners even cry and scream. Breathwork is said to have a number of properties similar to psychedelic substances. For example, if you don't want to use itIt's best to adopt this technique. Another advantage is that, because your body is better oxygenated will easily achieve total clarity of mind.

What are the risks of breathwork?

If you're not used to it, Breathwork can involve a few risks. Faced with intensified breathing, the body hyperventilates. This last causes a huge stress peak to our bodies. So you can nausea, headaches and some tingling in the legs and arms. Apart from that, you will also feel some dizziness or loss of balance occasionally. Worst case scenario, loss of consciousness could well happen. It's precisely for this reason that the Breathwork session should be be monitored by a professional coach. So there would be no danger. However, the if you suffer from heart disease or of mental illnessBreathwork is strongly discouraged. This is also the case for pregnant women.

Online breathwork

Now we come to the part of doing breathwork online. Normally, you need someone to stand by your side when you're doing it, just in case something goes wrong. But in online breathwork the person will be at a distance. With a camera and your micro she'll still be able to to see you and help you. If a sign arrives it won't put you in danger and tell you to breathe faster and of catch your breath as usual.

So no danger for those who want to take the plunge in online breathwork. There are specialized sites.

How can I get the most out of my Breathwork session?

As mentioned at the beginning of this article, the benefits of artificial respiration are numerous, in terms of both physical and mental health. Artificial respiration can help improve respiratory function, heart health and blood pressure. It can also help to reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Artificial respiration can be practiced in the classroom or in an online session.

A physical course

On the one hand, it is possible to going to a physics class. It can be as part of a classroom training course but also during weekly classes. Of course, you need to be able to free up some of your free time in your schedule. It also requires a certain amount of rigor, as you need to be on time for class so as not to disturb others, but also, and above all, to practice this method and finally master it.

An online session

On the other hand, you could choose to practice Breathwork from home. In fact, online sessions offer many advantages, particularly in terms of practicality and accessibility. You can practice Breathwork in the comfort and warmth of your own home, at a time to suit you. You'll also have access to a wide range of resources, including videos (e.g. a complete online breathwork session) and guides to help you master this method.

This means you can learn at your own pace and tailor sessions to your needs. Artificial respiration is an incredibly powerful tool for improve your health and well-beingSo why not give it a try? There's no obligation, unlike a physics course, you can simply do a first session for yourself if you like this method.

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