[287] - Chris Payten - Beyond Survival: The Science of Breathing for Shift Workers

Text me what you thought of the show 😊 Breathwork coach Chris Payten returns to discuss the transformative power of conscious breathing for shift workers and first responders, sharing insights from Roger's recent breathwork facilitator training experience. • Breathwork is conscious control of breathing patterns versus automatic breathing • The way we breathe directly impacts our nervous system in a two-way feedback loop • Chronic stress creates dysfunctional breathing patterns that perpetuate anxiety • Nasal breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system and provides numerous health benefits • Mouth breathing contributes to dental issues, sleep problems, and heightened stress responses • Breathwork helps regulate the nervous system between hyperarousal and hypoarousal states • Breakthrough breathwork sessions can release trapped trauma from the body • Simple breathing techniques can help shift workers self-regulate during high-stress situations • For asthmatics and those experiencing panic attacks, short breath holds on exhale can stop hyperventilation • Consistency with daily breathwork practice creates new patterns that become automatic responses VISIT CHRIS AT; @ chrispayten_ @ infinitytrainingandcoaching Support the show ---------------------------- ANNOUNCING "The Shift Workers Collective" https://join.ahealthyshift.com/the-shift-workers-collective Click the link to learn all about it ----------------------------- YOU CAN FIND ME AT Website Instagram LinkedIn Shift Work Health and Wellbeing Seminars One2One Coaching _____________________ Disclaimer: Roger Sutherland is not a doctor or a medical professional. Always consult a physician before implementing any strategies mentioned in this podcast. Use of this information is strictly at your own risk. Roger Sutherland will not assume any liability for direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of the information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness, or death. _______________________