Influential Breathwork with Anna Parker-Naples

In this episode of Influential Breathwork, Anna Parker-Naples explores the connection between breathwork and sleep, discussing how breathing patterns affect sleep quality and the science behind various breathing techniques. She highlights research on the benefits of controlled breathing for improving sleep and addresses common sleep disorders like sleep apnea. The episode also covers practical bre...

This episode is about stress relief and how to use breath to manage stress levels. Anna Parker-Naples explains that stress is a natural response that activates the sympathetic nervous system, but chronic stress can have negative effects on mental and heart health. She guides the audience through breathing exercises to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and promote relaxation. The exercise...

In this episode, Anna Parker-Naples explores the connection between breathwork and somatic therapy. Breathwork refers to various breathing techniques that improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Somatic therapy is a holistic form of body-centered therapy that looks at the connection between the mind and body and uses psychotherapy and physical therapies for healing. Somatic therapy bel...

Breath holds can have both risks and rewards. They can change the biochemistry of our body, increase CO2 levels, and impact our blood pH levels. Breath holds can be voluntary or involuntary, with potential long-term effects on mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The benefits of breath holds include improving tolerance to CO2, enhancing lung capacity, and reducing stress levels. However, th...

In this episode, Anna Parker-Naples discusses the concept of felt sense and how breath work can help tap into it. Felt sense refers to a strong physical awareness and experience of the body. By tuning into the messages from different parts of the body, such as the belly or shoulders, and fully experiencing them, we can release tension and make better decisions. Felt sense is different from thought...

In this episode, Anna Parker-Naples discusses subconscious release and breathwork. The subconscious mind is a massive library that filters, sorts, and categorizes experiences. Through techniques like hypnosis, neuro-linguistic programming, and breathwork, we can change the way we operate in the world by loosening the model within our subconscious mind. Breathwork allows us to access the subconscio...

Breathing through the nose has numerous benefits, including filtration, warming and moisturizing of the air, and the release of nitric oxide. Mouth breathing can lead to stress, facial changes, and shallow chest breathing. Breathing through the nose activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting relaxation and restorative functions. Mouth taping can help retrain the body to breathe throug...

Trauma overwhelms an individual's ability to process and integrate experiences. It can be a single incident or repeated exposure to traumatic events. Trauma gets stuck in the body when there is incomplete processing due to dissociation during fight, flight, or freeze responses. This leads to an overactive amygdala and reduced activity in the prefrontal cortex. Somatic manifestations of trauma...

Summary This video explores altered states of consciousness and the potential of breathwork to induce these states. Altered states of consciousness are mental states that are noticeably different from ordinary wakefulness states. Breathwork can change thinking patterns, emotional expression, perception, and sense of self. It can also create a sense of oneness with the universe and personal empower...

Anxiety is caused by prolonged stress, which keeps the sympathetic nervous system activated. Breathing plays a crucial role in managing anxiety. Most adults and children breathe from their chest instead of their belly, which signals the brain to be in a constant state of stress. Breathing through the nose and engaging the diaphragm can help slow down the breath and activate the parasympathetic ner...

In this video, Anna Parker-Naples discusses the risks associated with breathwork and emphasizes the importance of being knowledgeable and cautious when practicing it. The risks include mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, anxiety or panic attacks, intense trauma, extremes of blood pressure or cardiovascular issues, recent surgery or eye issues, and pregnancy. The sp...

Summary Conscious connected breathing is a powerful technique that involves intentional thinking about breathing and keeping the breath moving without interruptions. It is associated with long breathwork journeys, trauma release, altered states of consciousness, and deep processing work. The deliberate use of mouth breath in conscious connected breathing allows for a biochemical change in the body...

The influence of breath on mental health is a crucial yet overlooked aspect of well-being. Understanding the connection between breath, the autonomic nervous system, and stress response is essential for managing mental health effectively. Learning to control the breath can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. This conversation emphasizes the i...

The conversation explores the BreathHealing Release Method, focusing on its unique methodology with Five Layers of Release. These layers include functional, conscious, subconscious, somatic, and energetic aspects, each contributing to the overall healing process. The method is shown to have a profound impact on mental, emotional, and physical well-being, with anecdotal evidence supporting its effe...

Functional breathing is about optimizing breathing patterns and habits for better health. In today's society, many of us are suffering from stress, and our breathing habits have become dysfunctional, causing more stress. Functional breathing exercises can improve sleep, digestion, and cardiovascular health. Over 90% of adults have dysfunctional breathing patterns, which can contribute to menta...

Influential Breathwork is for coaches, therapists, healers, and heart-led entrepreneurs who know they want to create a thriving business and impact lives whilst reducing stress, avoiding burnout, and experiencing more peace and clarity. Hosted by Anna Parker-Naples, founder of Influential Breathwork Academy, you'll learn the science-backed breathwork techniques, mindset shifts, and transformat...