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breathwork

American  
[breth-wurk] / ˈbrɛθˌwɜrk /

noun

  1. controlled breathing used as an exercise or therapy to relax the body or mind.


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"If I had learned more about breathwork when I was younger or how to properly breathe, it would have been a huge help," she says.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

While she doesn't buy into all the techniques on socials, Eirian says there are parts of her practice that use breathwork, eye movements and tapping.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

When the external ladder feels shaky, many turn inward or sideways, experimenting with astrology, breathwork, or incense-lit rituals that blur the line between spirituality and self-care.

From Barron's • Nov. 1, 2025

The spot is owned and operated by Thai Chinese American model and breathwork and reiki practitioner Salanya Angel Inm, who co-owns Thai Angel with her mom and brother.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2025

High-ventilation breathwork techniques may produce transcendent experiences similar to those experienced with psychedelics in a way that is more accessible.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2025