Breathwork FAQ

We don't have all the answers, but we have some.

What results can I see from regular practice?

We are passionate about this practice because of the amazing transformations we have seen. We regularly receive feedback about incredibly positive changes in stress and anxiety levels, mood & happiness, sleep, energy levels, self-confidence, relationships, motivation, and self-acceptance.

Is breathwork similar to meditation?

Breathwork and meditation have very similar mindfulness benefits. We love breathwork because it is engaging and you feel the benefits after only one session. Breathwork changes the state of your body, helps you to manage stress and anxiety, and allows for immediate feelings of well-being.

How do I prepare for my session?

Prior to your session, prepare a comfortable area to either sit or lay down. This may be on a couch, bed or a yoga mat on the floor.

We recommend wearing an eye mask to focus your journey inward. It is also beautiful to enhance your experience with essential oils.

We highly encourage the use of headphones to get the best music quality during your session.

How often should I do breathwork sessions?

To get the best results from our breathwork, we recommend doing 1 long breathwork per week, as well as 3 short sessions.

What can I expect from Othership: Breathing App?

Our team has experimented with all the traditional breathwork styles, and packaged them into a method that is effective and enjoyable. Othership breathwork has immediate benefits, so you will end each session feeling amazing.

Our sessions are active, rather than passive - so you’re able to focus on the exercises rather than drift back into your stressful or distracting thoughts.

What's the science?

Breathwork shuts down the thinking/ruminating mind so you can enter a state of calm and focus. It calms down the nervous system to shift us out of fight or flight mode into deep relaxation.

Breathing exercises are gaining credibility with elite universities, fortune 500 companies, and the top health researchers.

To learn more about the science of breathwork, check out our blog.

Do you have any tips for a new user?

Sometimes it can feel like a challenge to complete a long breathwork session. But trust us - it's always worth it!

As a beginner, we recommend starting with a few shorter sessions to get familiar with our style and guidance.

It is common for your body to undergo physiological changes while doing breathwork; body temperature fluctuation, numbness and tingling in your arms and legs, tightness in your hands. Do not worry, this will all return back to normal as your breath does.

Our goal is that everyone can receive the full benefits from our style of practice, whether they have previous experience with breathwork or not.

What are the safety recommendations?

We do not recommend practicing breathwork while pregnant, as some of the styles and holds might be dangerous for mother and baby.

Check with your doctor before you start a breathwork practice if you have a history of epilepsy or cardiovascular issues, including high blood pressure, or are currently taking antipsychotic medications.

Never perform breathwork while driving or in water.Breathwork has the potential to bring about intense feelings. Because of the strong physical and emotional releases that may arise, it’s not recommended for everyone. Please talk to your doctor before practicing.

Some types of breathwork can induce hyperventilation, which can bring on dizziness, chest pain, and pounding heartbeat.

FAQ

We don't have all the answers, but we have some.

Othership: Breathing App

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