Have you ever experienced that magical flow state in a vinyasa yoga class, where your breath effortlessly guides each movement, creating a seamless dance between body and mind? It's a feeling of complete immersion, where time seems to dissolve and you become one with the rhythm of your breath and the flow of your body. This harmonious union of breath and movement is at the heart of an embodied breathwork practice.

Why am I here? My story begins at a place where my life was in turmoil, I spent most of my childhood in fight and flight mode, and this was a place where I had to survive, I could never show any kinds of vulnerability as this was a sign of weakness, so my only defence was to fight. I was my families protector from a very early age because I had to put on this front that I was never afraid and showing no signs of vulnerability or I would have been subjected to a lot more like the rest of my family.

I remember walking in to my first yoga class, feeling totally broken and going through a painful divorce. At the end of the class during savasana, they came around and massaged everyone’s neck with a cooling gel that had peppermint and lavender. It was HEAVEN. I hadn’t realized how healing the combination of aromatherapy and touch were. I know that’s controversial (the touch and scent during savasana, not the power of them!). But what happens when we combine the potent effects of scent with the transformative practice of breathwork?

What brought me here? I feel this can be such a loaded question…Where do I start.

Well to really tell why I am here, I need to give you some back story to my life. In a nutshell, how I found breathwork was by having a lot of events happen in my life, that I didn’t know how to deal with.

This all came to a head about 5 years ago, when I started going though a divorce from the father of my children.

Breathwork's popularity has skyrocketed in recent years, and it seems like everyone's offering an online course these days. While it's wonderful to see this ancient practice gaining recognition, the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. With so many courses vying for your attention, it can be hard to know where to start.

How do you choose a course that's right for you? One that aligns with your goals, learning style, and budget? One that's led by a qualified facilitator who understands the nuances of breathwork and can guide you safely on your journey?

Breathwork is having a moment. Its transformative potential is undeniable, and more and more people are seeking its benefits for stress relief, emotional healing, and personal growth. As the demand for breathwork facilitators grows, so does the responsibility to ensure that these powerful practices are held in a safe and supportive container.

This is where trauma-informed training comes in. It's not just about working with individuals who have experienced trauma; it's about creating a space where everyone feels safe, empowered, and respected, regardless of their background or experiences.

I recently came across a comment online that said "nervous system regulation is just new-age bullshit." As both a nurse and a breathwork business owner it got my back up and it got me thinking about how much we underestimate the power of our own breath and our ability to influence our body.

The truth is, our breath and our bodies are deeply connected. It's not just about staying alive; it's about how we feel, think, and experience the world. Our breath is a mirror reflecting our inner state, and it's also a bridge connecting our mind and body.

Most of my adult life was spent drinking and using drugs, not knowing how else to deal with my thoughts and feelings. The drinking and drug use got worse after my partner left in 2016. A prolonged period of bullying at work also contributed to a breakdown in 2017. I was convinced that I couldn't be helped and even said to my brother once “no one can help me Johnny, I'm too far gone”. I felt I was left with two simple choices; take my own life or ask for help. I asked for help and that was the beginning of my healing and getting to know myself, and who I really am.