Breathwork in the News: What the World’s Saying About Breathwork (May–June 2025 Edition)
Welcome to Breathing Space’s breathwork-in-the-media roundup. This is a lovingly curated list of the most interesting, important, and inspiring breathwork stories from the past month (or few months as it’s summer!) Whether you guide others through sessions or are a complete beginner in this rabbit hole, this is your space to stay connected to what’s happening in the wider breathwork world.
1. “Breathing and the Brain” – UCLA meets Rufus du Sol (Essence Magazine, May 2025)
What happens in your brain when you take a slow, conscious breath? According to renowned neuroscientist Jack Feldman, it’s a lot. In this article, Feldman chats with Rufus du Sol's lead singer about how breath affects our brain’s fear centre and emotional regulation.
What we loved: It's rare to see deep neuroscience paired with creative conversations about emotion, music, and healing. The link between the rhythm of the breath and the rhythm of the self is beautifully explored.
Takeaway: Your breath isn’t just calming—it’s rewiring your nervous system. Whether you're onstage or on the sofa, a conscious breath can bring you back to you.
Read the full article on Essence
2. “How Should I Breathe?” – Comparing Popular Techniques (Global Wellness Institute, June 2025)
Ever felt confused by all the different breathwork styles? Wim Hof, Buteyko, box breathing, coherence, conscious connected… it can feel like a crowded room! Anders Olsson offers a refreshing breakdown of key breathwork styles and their purposes—from boosting energy to calming anxiety.
What we loved: Instead of pitching one method as “best,” this piece encourages curiosity and self-awareness. It's a kind, grounded overview that validates different nervous system needs and goals.
Takeaway: There’s no “one-size-fits-all” in breathwork. Your breath is personal—and your practice should be too.
Read the full article on Global Wellness Institute
3. “The Gilded Age of Breathwork” – A Reality Check (Applied Sport Psychology Blog, June 2025)
This one pulls no punches. A sharp and timely piece that questions the way breathwork is sometimes packaged and sold—repackaged basics, vague promises, and “influencer” breathwork without roots.
What we loved: It’s a reminder that breathwork is ancient, sacred, and real. It doesn’t need gimmicks—it needs safety, honesty, and respect.
Takeaway: Whether you’re breathing for the first time or leading others—ground your practice in integrity. The breath deserves that.
Read the full article on Applied Sport Psychology
4. “Better Sleep Through Breath” – Yes, Science Says It Works (Frontiers in Sleep, June 2025)
A comprehensive review of studies shows that regular breathwork significantly improves sleep—particularly techniques like diaphragmatic breathing and slow, rhythmic exhales. Even 15 minutes a day can shift sleep quality for many people.
What we loved: Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a pillar of wellbeing. This article puts breathwork on the map for anyone who struggles to wind down at night.
Takeaway: A better night’s rest might be just a few mindful breaths away.
Read the full article in Frontiers in Sleep
5. “Breath, Spirit, and Ageing” – Gentle Wellness for All (The Times of India, June 2025)
This touching piece explores how yoga, chanting, and breathwork can help older adults find peace, clarity, and emotional resilience. It’s a beautiful nod to the accessibility and dignity of slow, conscious breath.
What we loved: A reminder that breathwork is for everyone. Not just the young, flexible, or tech-savvy. It meets us where we are.
Takeaway: Breath is a lifelong companion. As we age, it can become a doorway to spiritual connection and inner calm.
Read the full article in Times of India
6. “Somatics & Anxiety” – A Whole Body Approach (The Australian: WISH, June 2025)
This article explores a big shift in mental health care: moving from talk-only therapy to body-based healing. Breathwork is front and centre, especially for trauma, anxiety and burnout.
What we loved: It validates what so many of us at Breathing Space already know: talking helps, but breathing heals. And more professionals are starting to get it.
Takeaway: Your breath is more than a coping tool—it’s a route to deep healing. Trust your body’s wisdom.
Read the full article in The Australian
That’s a wrap on this breathwork media roundup!
What a mix—neuroscience, sleep hacks, somatic healing, and a healthy dose of breathwork reality checks. Whether you’re new to breathwork or well practiced in holding space for others, one thing’s clear: breathwork is everywhere right now.
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