Modern Wisdom #350 - James Nestor - Change Your Breath, Change Your Life
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Jul 26, 2021 
James Nestor, a journalist and author known for his work on the science of breathing, shares eye-opening insights about how breath impacts our health and performance. He discusses the startling fact that we gain more energy from our breath than from food or sleep. Listeners learn why poor breathing habits can lead to serious conditions like diabetes and snoring. Nestor highlights transformative breathing techniques for better athletic performance, sleep quality, and even daily energy, making the case that mastering breath can profoundly enhance well-being.
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Breath as Energy Source
- We get most of our energy from breathing, not food or drink.
- Inefficient breathing hinders energy production, impacting overall well-being.
How to Breathe Poorly
- To breathe poorly, sit hunched over a computer all day, stressed about emails.
- Follow this with shallow, mouth-breathing jogs and sleeping with an open mouth.
Tummo Breathing
- Tibetan monks practice Tummo breathing, heating their bodies and drying wet sheets in freezing temperatures.
- Research at Harvard has documented this phenomenon, showing significant temperature increases.
