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The Paul Taylor Podcast

Wisdom Wednesdays - The Power Of Breathwork For Managing Stress

Aug 29, 2023
12:57
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Learn about the power of breathwork for managing stress, including activating the vagus nerve, box breathing and resonant frequency breathing techniques, different types of breathwork and its comparison to mindfulness meditation, and techniques like breath holds, physiological sighs, and box breathing to reduce stress.
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the autonomic nervous system and vagus nerve is crucial for managing stress and arousal control.
  • Breathwork, such as resonant frequency breathing, can activate the vagus nerve and reduce stress levels effectively.

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Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System and Vagus Nerve

The autonomic nervous system consists of two branches, the sympathetic and the parasympathetic. The sympathetic branch, also known as fight or flight, is activated during stress. The vagus nerve, which is connected to various organs, acts as a two-way highway between the brain and the body. It plays a crucial role in the stress response, impacting heart rate, breathing, and other functions. Understanding the autonomic nervous system and vagus nerve is essential to manage stress and arousal control.

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