• 409: Are You Afraid of Breathing?

  • Aug 9 2024
  • Length: 17 mins
  • Podcast

409: Are You Afraid of Breathing?

  • Summary

  • In this episode, Dr. Duff shares personal experiences and discusses the concept of being afraid of breathing. He highlights how anxiety and overthinking can lead to the sensation of not breathing properly. Dr. Duff explains how exposure therapy can be applied using breathing exercises to help alleviate these fears. He provides detailed instructions on different challenging breathing exercises like alternate nostril breathing, resonance breathing, and techniques inspired by the Wim Hof method and the Cradle series. The episode aims to help listeners gain comfort with discomfort and regain confidence in their breathing.

    00:00 Introduction: Are You Afraid of Breathing?
    00:02 A Personal Story of Breathing Anxiety
    00:57 The Cycle of Anxiety and Breathing
    01:50 Common Experiences and Avoidance
    03:37 Using Breathing Exercises for Exposure
    04:12 Understanding Exposure Therapy
    07:38 Challenging Breathing Exercises
    07:59 Alternate Nostril Breathing
    10:40 Resonance Breathing
    13:38 The Heaven and Earth Purification Wheel
    15:16 Practicing in a Safe Space
    16:22 Conclusion and Call to Action

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