Breathwork (pranayama) is a general term used to describe directing the breath and/or breathing patterns to create healing & transformation within the physical, mental, and emotional bodies. There are many different techniques and modalities that each offer unique benefits. 

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Some breathing techniques (like box breathing & alternate nostril breathing) are helpful for daily meditation practice & in the moment calming of the nervous system.

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There are other breathing techniques meant to enhance athletic performance & boost immunity (wim hof), and still others set out to induce psychedelic journey states (holotropic).

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The breathwork we utilize at our sanctuary is often referred to as Transformative Breathwork, or simply Pranayama (by David Elliot). This 2 stage guided & active breathwork technique falls under the category of somatic, shamanic, psychedelic, and emotional release.