Kurtis Lee Thomas Talks About Breathwork Detox and Thriving in the Age of Anxiety

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In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I sit down with Kurtis Lee Thomas, author of Breathwork Detox: How to Thrive in the Age of Anxiety. Kurtis shares his powerful story of overcoming crippling anxiety and how breathwork became a transformative tool for healing and thriving. His journey from stress and burnout to becoming a leading voice in breathwork is nothing short of inspiring.

We delve into the practical aspects of breathwork, the science behind it, and how it can help alleviate anxiety, stress, and even physical ailments. Kurtis also breaks down the myths surrounding breathwork and shares simple exercises that anyone can incorporate into their daily routine to start feeling immediate benefits.

Key Discussion Points

• Kurtis’ personal story of overcoming anxiety and discovering the power of breathwork.
• The concept of unconscious breath holding and how it signals the body’s stress response.
• A breakdown of different breathwork techniques for calming anxiety, boosting energy, and detoxifying the body.
• How breathwork helps release emotional and physical tension, leading to profound cathartic experiences.
• The connection between breathwork and DMT production, and how it can create mystical and transformative experiences.
• Simple, actionable breathwork exercises, like the sigh technique and straw breathing, to improve focus and well-being.

Kurtis offers a fresh perspective on how something as simple as breathing can have a powerful impact on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Whether you’re new to breathwork or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation is packed with insights and practical tips.

Links Worth Exploring

• Connect with Kurtis: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | X/Twitter
• Get Kurtis's Book: Breathwork Detox: How to Thrive in the Age of Anxiety
• Check out Breathwork Detox: Website (Use discount code Mike50 for Breathwork Events)
• Related Conversation: Episode 67: A Doer Who Likes To Be with Michael Townsend Williams
• Related Blog Post: How to Start Pacing Your Productivity

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