How Breathwork Helps You Find Calm In The Chaos Of Life
- Brainz Magazine
- Dec 20, 2024
- 3 min read
Emily Evans Russell is a single mom, 6-figure business owner, and an Intuitive Life Coach & Breathwork Facilitator. She helps people regulate their nervous systems so that they can amplify their gifts and fall in love with the flow of life again. Emily brings mastery in trauma-informed breathwork, somatic practices, and energy healing to create profound transformation.
In a world that often demands more from us than we think we can give, the simple act of breathing something we do every moment without a second thought holds the power to transform our lives. Breathwork isn’t just about inhaling and exhaling; it’s about using your breath intentionally to reclaim calm, connect with your inner self, and unlock a sense of peace, even amidst chaos.
For many high-achieving women, especially those navigating the transitions of midlife, breathwork can feel like an anchor in a storm. Let’s explore how this practice can help you shift from burnout to bliss.
From survival mode to restorative peace
Does life ever feel like an endless loop of juggling responsibilities, meeting expectations, and pushing through exhaustion? Many women live in a constant state of "fight or flight," barely noticing how shallow their breathing has become. This chronic stress state can wreak havoc on our nervous systems, leaving us depleted and anxious.
Breathwork invites us to pause and activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which is the part of the body responsible for "rest and digest." Through intentional breathing patterns, you can shift out of survival mode and into a state where your body can repair, heal, and recharge. It’s not just relaxation; it’s a return to balance.
Reconnecting with your inner self through breathwork
One of the most profound benefits of breathwork is its ability to reconnect you with your intuition. When was the last time you felt truly aligned with your inner knowing, that quiet voice guiding you toward what feels right? For many women, especially those who have spent years chasing external success, that connection can feel faint or even lost.
Through breathwork, you create space to tune out the noise of the world and turn inward. This practice grounds you in the present moment, helping you trust your inner guidance and feel more confident in making decisions that align with your true self.
Clearing emotional clutter
Life transitions, a career shift, an empty nest, or even the realization that "something is missing" can bring up waves of unprocessed emotions. Often, these feelings become stored in the body, manifesting as tension, fatigue, or restlessness.
Breathwork acts as a gentle yet powerful tool to release these emotions without needing to analyze or relive them. By moving energy through the breath, you can clear what no longer serves you, making space for joy, creativity, and calm to flow in.
Quick and accessible practices for your busy life
The beauty of breathwork is its accessibility. You don’t need hours of free time or a fancy setup. In fact, you can start with just five minutes a day. Imagine pausing between meetings to reset your energy or using a simple breathing technique before bed to ease your mind and improve sleep quality.
Ready to experience the shift?
If you’re curious about how to incorporate breathwork into your daily routine, my free program, Energy Shifts in Action, is the perfect place to start. It includes two 5-minute breathwork practices and a 15-minute guided session to help you:
Release stress and tension.
Reclaim your sense of calm.
Build resilience for life’s ups and downs.
Breathwork isn’t just a practice; it’s a gift you give to yourself a moment of peace in a busy world, a tool to help you thrive instead of just survive.
Click here to join Energy Shifts in Action for free and start your journey to calm and clarity today.
Emily Evans Russell, Intuitive Life Coach & Breathwork Facilitator
Emily Evans Russell is a single mom, 6-figure business owner, and an Intuitive Life Coach & Breathwork Facilitator. She helps people regulate their nervous systems so that they can amplify their gifts and fall in love with the flow of life again. Emily brings mastery in trauma-informed breathwork, somatic practices, and energy healing to create profound transformation. She holds her master's degree in teaching and has trained in breathwork, hypnotherapy, reiki, and yoga. She has also been a facilitator of seminars around the world in consciousness, energy and mindset for over 10 years.
