301: The Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing

Hello, World!

“Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.”

Thich Nhat Hanh

The simplest way to mitigate stress is to breath deeply through your diaphragm. today I talk about this 10 second miracle and how it differs from chest breathing.

Topics Discussed in this Episode

The difference between the two nervous systems
The purpose of the Vagus Nerve
How to breathe using your diaphragm

Links mentioned in the episode

Chest versus Stomach Breathing

How and Why to Breathe Deeply

Questions of the Day

Would you make deep breathing a daily habit? Why or why not?

Action of the Day

Practice a day of Deep Breathing.

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