What’s your automatic reaction when you feel triggered? Do you tense up, go quiet, lash out, or shut down? Maybe your breath shortens. Maybe your mind rushes to defend or escape. Triggers can hijack the nervous system before we have a chance to understand what’s happening. With awareness, though, those moments can become something else....

“A lot of times people don’t breathe. They walk around in a state of fight or flight because their brain is not receiving enough oxygen. So I connect with my breath. When the outside is chaotic, the center is calm. And that’s the way I keep myself calm in any stressful situation.”— Kevin Gates There’s...

If you’re someone who already meditates and you’re looking to go deeper, you’re probably not just doing it for relaxation. Maybe you’re seeking clarity. Maybe you’re chasing that expansive stillness that feels like time disappears. Or maybe you’re drawn to transcendental states, astral projection, or simply a more connected experience in your daily life. You...

Lately, I’ve been noticing how much harder it is to lose weight than it used to be. Even just shedding a couple of pounds feels like moving mountains, and I know I’m not the only one feeling this way. As we get older, our bodies change. I’ve felt it firsthand. My energy isn’t quite the...

The holiday season is over, and January is here. As we pack up decorations and get back to our routines, it’s common to feel a bit down. Instead of feeling rested, many of us hit a slump. One technique I use to find calm and peace during this time is alternate nostril breathing. All you...

Do you ever get so stressed that you forget to breathe? I’ve been there. Sometimes, I’d get so caught up in the moment that I wouldn’t even notice I was holding my breath until I finally let it out. Not exactly ideal. I decided to try breathwork earlier this year and haven’t looked back. The...