112# Christopher Gladwell, Evolutionary Biologist: How Modern Life is Damaging Our Breath

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Today's guest is Christopher Gladwell, a yoga master, certified breathworker, and evolutionary biologist with over 45 years of experience in breath techniques, meditation, and mind-body practices. He combines ancient wisdom with modern science through his Embody Evolution Methods, which focus on Mind Mastery, Embodied Awareness, and Conscious Breathwork. In this episode, we explore respiratory physiology, breathing mechanics, trauma's relationship to breath, the science behind CO2 therapy, and how modern life impacts our breathing patterns.

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Website: https://www.christophergladwell.com/
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Chapters
0:00 What Most Breath Work Instructors Get Wrong
2:21 Why Humans Breathe Differently Than Animals
5:15 How Evolution Has Changed Our Breathing Patterns
6:40 The Truth About Hunter-Gatherers
7:07 How Modern Life is Damaging Our Breathing
8:54 The Three Meta Disciplines of Breath Work
11:42 How to Assess Someone's Breathing Pattern
13:01 How We Handle Stress Through Breathing
17:47 The Dark Side of Connected Breathing
28:46 The Truth About "Trauma Release" Breathing
34:55 Can You Really "Release" Trauma Through Breathing?
39:50 The Science Behind CO2 Therapy
50:03 Should Humans Hold Their Breath?
55:20 How Our Breathing Rate Has Changed Through History
58:36 Simple Steps to Better Breathing

Safety Information: 
Do not practice this breathwork during pregnancy, or if you are epileptic. People with cardiovascular issues, or any other serious health conditions, should always consult a medical professional before starting breathwork. These breathing exercises are a guide only, you should always listen to your own body and not push yourself, if you feel unwell STOP. Never practice breathing exercises before or during diving, driving, swimming, taking a bath, or in any other circumstance where the loss of consciousness could result in bodily harm. Deep breathing may cause tingling sensations, a ringing in the ears, and/or light-headedness. These are normal responses and are no cause for alarm. If you faint, however, you have gone too far and should take it more slowly next time.

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