Just One Thing - with Michael Mosley
Take A Breath
May 20, 2021
Professor Ian Robertson, a psychologist and neuroscientist, discusses the benefits of controlled breathing on health and well-being. They explore how breath affects neurotransmitter release, mental clarity, and stress reduction through practical exercises and explanations.
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- Controlled breathing can lower stress, manage anxiety, reduce pain, and enhance decision-making abilities.
- Slowing down breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting clarity of thought and emotional control.
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Breathing's Impact on Physical and Mental Well-being
Breathing not only supplies oxygen but can also influence heart rate, blood pressure, stress levels, anxiety, and decision-making. By controlling breathing, individuals can lower stress, manage anxiety, reduce pain, and enhance decision-making abilities. Studies show that conscious changes in breathing patterns can have immediate positive effects on emotional states and cognitive functions.
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