The way we breathe during moments of panic or stress can have a significant impact on our mental state, and yet Western medicine is not focusing on this enough. Studies have shown that improving breathing techniques can lead to a marked improvement in symptoms of anxiety and panic attacks.
Breathing techniques can help shift our bodies into parasympathetic mode and alleviate stress and anxiety. By using these techniques, we can rebuild our systems and reflect appropriately.
The speaker describes a stress exercise involving deep breathing, exhaling, and holding one's breath with lungs empty for 25-60 seconds, which can be done for five minutes a day to produce positive effects on the body's physiology.
Breathing exercises can help us reset our minds, relax, and gain control, steering our energy towards our goals and visions. Practicing them regularly can create a positive impact on our mental and emotional well-being, leading to a balance in life.
The sinoatrial node in the heart monitors the rate of blood flow and sends a signal to the brain. In response, the parasympathetic nervous system sends a signal back to the heart to slow it down, and this is why slowing down your breathing can slow down your heart rate and reduce stress.