Breathwork can feel intimidating if you’ve never tried it, especially if it’s part of a wider practice of meditation or long yoga flow. But, as my favorite yoga instructor, Sophie Drozd, says, “breath is a free resource” and I’ve discovered how powerful it can be at regulating emotions and managing overwhelm.
I first came to breathwork as a way to manage panic attacks. I learned how lengthening my exhalation can help counteract the fight or flight response that the body jumps into when you’re stressed or anxious.
