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Dr. Jack Feldman: Breathing for Mental & Physical Health & Performance

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Breath, Emotion, and Science

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between breathing patterns and emotional states, revealing how they influence each other. It covers both personal experiences with mindfulness and scientific research, including groundbreaking studies on rodents that investigate breath control and its effects on fear and stress responses. Additionally, the chapter highlights the role of the vagus nerve and therapeutic breathing techniques in managing mental health, emphasizing the bidirectional nature of emotion and respiration.

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