Introduction
One of the first things I wish I had come across is breathing techniques. It's undeniably linked to mediation, yoga, and being mindful. But the techniques, in isolation, are so powerful that it should be something everyone has access to and can master. It is possible to learn and I had to learn it myself, but it still took me about 3 months of daily intensive training to get really good at it.
When I finally started to master these techniques and really started to control my body, I was able to curb all stress-related symptoms for a while. I have always been fascinated by the Shaolin monks and their way of life. Shaolin monks and their way of life and started my exploration into these realms. As with everything else, I needed to go deep and be committed. I gave 100% to the project.
I had already started studying a lot in the form of audio books, where I came across Jay Shetty, der har skrevet bogen think like a monk. Here Jay describes how he met a 10-year-old monk who was teaching 5-year-olds how to breathe. The 10-year-old boy described the breathing techniques something like this: When we have mastered our breathing, there is no longer anything that can hold us back or anything we can't get through.
Vi har flere nervesystemer i kroppen, der arbejder autonomt og sørger for at holde i live, uden at vi skal tænke over det. Hvadenten der handler om, at trække vejret eller flygte fra en bjørn der vil spise dig. Når man bliver ramt af stress, mister man fuldstændig evnen til, at kunne få kroppen i ro. Det svarer lidt til, at sidde i en flyvemaskine i ekstrem turbolens og blive meget bange, uden at kunne komme tilbage til en normal tilstand, når situationen er normaliseret igen.
How breathing techniques help you
If you haven't tried it before, it's guaranteed to feel completely insane. Depending on what types of breathing techniques you try, you'll experience different bodily reactions. Some may be frightening, others will be experienced as deep relaxation and joy - I am happy to assist with guidance.
One of the most important things is to start with something that roughly corresponds to your body/mind state. If you're in a massive stress collapse, it's no use stressing your body further by breathing quickly and methodically - for example, through your mouth. There is also no point in doing a session that spans one or more hours as it will affect and stress your body unnecessarily - yes, I've tried it all!
I would recommend starting out with some sessions that last between 15-30 minutes or so, with the majority involving breathing techniques and a bit of mediation at the end. This way you learn both and train your body to do so at a natural pace. You'll also find that meditation becomes an easy and indispensable part of your everyday life.
I have gone through many, many, many articles, both with and without evidence on the internet to find something that suited me well. I have also screened many YouTube channels to find something that works. I have many YouTube channels in my arsenal, with competent people who genuinely want to share their knowledge. But the ones I've listed below, specifically on breathing techniques, are the ones that have helped me out of a very very deep and black hole.
How to start with breathing techniques
Make sure you are not disturbed. If you have a room, attic or basement that can be used for grinding, that would be best. Use your laptop or phone with a headset. Make sure you have peed, not consumed food, coffee, sugar etc. 1 hour before you start. It's best to do it right when you get out of bed or before bedtime, when your brainwaves are generally in a more relaxed state (more on that at another time). If you already have some flexibility in your body, I would recommend sitting in Sukhasana/easy sitting pose. If you're injured or comfortable lying down, that's option number 2 - what you can do is good enough!
Try running through the 3 videos below over 5 days. Do it either in the morning or evening. Describe your condition in a logbook or record yourself on video before/after.
1 - Box breathing through the nose
5 Minute Guided Box Breathing For Stress & Anxiety I Alt Version (Pranayama)
2 - Parasympathetic breathing technique with breath holding and meditation
15 Minute Parasympathetic Breathwork For Stress & Anxiety I Pranayama
3 - Parasympathetic breathing technique with breath holding and meditation
10 Minute Heart Coherence Breathwork for Stress Relief I The Perfect Breath
There is much, much more to tell on this front. But I think this will be a good place to start. Whether you're down with stress or just need a breather, I'm sure you'll get a positive experience out of it.
Write to me if you have any questions - I'm happy to help.
/Christopher
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