I Tried Breathwork for Stress

Guided breathwork for stress management, emotional healing, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness practices—as well as effective relaxation techniques and self-care strategies for mental health and trauma release—are all explored in this episode of The Wellness Nurse Podcast. Host Ros Lindsey, a registered nurse with a Masters of Public Health, sits down with breathwork practitioner Tash Forbes to uncover how breathwork techniques can lower cortisol, release stored emotions, and transform your overall wellbeing and resilience. Key Points Breathwork can help lower cortisol, supporting stress relief and mental health. Techniques like belly breathing and conscious connected breath support processing and releasing trapped emotions and trauma. Conscious breathwork calms the nervous system, helping shift you from fight-or-flight into relaxation and safety. Emotional vulnerability through breathwork allows for deeper connection, healing, and personal growth. Breathwork practices are accessible anywhere, offering immediate tools for self-care and wellbeing. ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 0:00 Understanding Stress and Breathwork 2:25 The Transformative Power of Breathwork 5:09 Exploring Breathwork Techniques 7:47 Emotional Healing Through Breathwork 12:14 Facilitating Change: Tash's Journey 14:39 Navigating Emotional Experiences 17:10 Breathwork for Stress Management 19:10 Types of Breathwork Explained 21:41 Safety and Considerations in Breathwork 23:22 Personal Stories of Transformation 25:35 Finding Your Breathwork Community Resources Mentioned Research article on breathwork and cortisol reduction (Nature – Scientific Reports) The Body Keeps Score by Bessel van der Kolk The Emotions Wheel Breathing Space (Tash Forbes’ online breathwork platform) https://breathing-space.com.au/ Free guide: Seven Habits to Boost Your Health and Longevity by Ros Lindsey https://www.roslindsey.com/7habits What to Do Next Practice a simple belly breathing exercise: in through your nose for 4 seconds, out for 6–8, with your belly expanding as you breathe. Download Ros Lindsey’s free guide: Seven Habits to Boost Your Health and Longevity https://www.roslindsey.com/7habits Self - Reflect: Am I holding on to stress / emotional pain / grief that could be impacting my long-term health? 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Book a Guided Breathwork session with Tash https://breathing-space.com.au/ How's your overall health and well being? Do you know your baseline? 🚀 Book a 1:1 wellness assessment and consultation with Ros https://www.roslindsey.com/bookings ABOUT ROS LINDSEY AND HOW TO WORK WITH HER Registered Nurse and Masters of Public Health 30 years of Nursing - now passionate advocate for YOUR health and well-being, keeping you well and out of hospital and living your best life for longer! 1:1 Online Consultations Community and Corporate Workshops Self-paced online course with community support Tools to self assess Blogs for quick science-backed tips for healthy longevity Find out more: roslindsey.com CONNECT with Ros Lindsey Instagram: @roslindseylife YouTube: The Wellness Nurse LinkedIn: Rosalind Lindsey Email: [email protected] Website: roslindsey.com ➡️ HELP INSPIRE AND EDUCATE If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, SHARE with your loved ones. My big dream is that Australians will become the healthiest, longest living people in the world! There's no reason why we can't be. 🩷 Disclaimer This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or before undertaking any new wellness practice, including breathwork. If you are pregnant, have heart conditions, respiratory issues, mental health concerns, or any other serious health problems, consult your healthcare provider before participating. The host, guests, and producers of this podcast disclaim any liability for any adverse effects or consequences resulting directly or indirectly from the use of any information, techniques, or practices discussed. Participation is at your own risk.