@shitzhu16
From a psychotherapy course (Mindfields -Human Givens) I learned about 7/11 breathing to relax the parasympathetric nervous system.Count to 7 while inhaling and to 11 while exhaling. During the night it sends me off to sleep again nearly every time. Many people try it too briefly and give up after half a dozen breaths but the more you practise it the better it works.I also use it when playing tennis and weight training in the gym when I start panting through over exertion. Nestor's book confirms what I have learnt..It works if you persist.
@Voiceovermasterclass
I bought the book when it came out and couldn't put it down, it's so well written. You're carefully led on a journey where you learn so much on the way. I'm a professional voiceover artist and since following all the advice and also sleeping with my mouth taped up I don't get sore throats or a dry mouth even narrating all day in the voice booth, I feel much healthier, and my anxiety levels have dropped dramatically. Thank you, James Nestor, you really have dramatically improved my life.
@nancyanderson5310
I am 85 and for most of my life I sing WHENEVER. Wonderful way to breathe. When I was in rehab for a broken hip, because of noisy patients, I could sing 24/7! Love it! I sang while doing exercise therapy until the instructor told me to “act normal”. Sigh.
@helenblanchard8387
I can’t tell you what a difference controlling my breathing has made to my anxiety/nervousness. It’s been life changing. I’ve been listening to James’ audiobook and absolutely loving it.
@aem3010
I am 14 and I am a teen... I really don't watch this type of vid... but idk why I watched this whole vid without even skiping a single sec... His talking so clamly that blowed my mind....Thank you sir for explaining such an amazing way <3
@geoffchatfield1160
Thank you James. I am in my 70's and came across your book several years ago. Around the same time I also read 'The Wim Hof Method'. Together these two books have become a key part of my health 'bible' and there is no doubt that I am a far healthier and fitter person because of them. Good on you!
@matteusmaximus
I watched this about a month ago and since then I've watched it many more times and shared it with everyone in my family and most of my friends. This changed my life the minute I watched it and I've been on a positive upswing in my mood, anxiety, and depression ever since. James, I don't know if you read the comments, but thank you so much. I cannot thank you enough; you've helped me get my life back on track. This may only have been a small piece of my puzzle of my depression but it was enough to get the ball rolling. I no longer live in fear of panic attacks, hyperventilation. Going on walks and focusing on slow nose breathing has become my form of meditation. I wish I could thank you in person. Thank you thank you THANK YOU.
@charlesc.parker1164
Thank you I am feeling relaxed. Never too old to learn. I'm 69.
@denisehadfield7995
To help me get to sleep, I breath in (through the nose) to count of 4, hold to count of 7, exhale to count of 8.. I do this 12 to 15 times or more if necessary. It Helps.
@lennarto5716
Another proof that health should be approached in a holistic manner and that our body can heal itself more than we think!
@waterjar27
I listened to Breath on Audible twice, then bought the book. It’s ground-breaking. I’m a craniosacral therapist who also has a speciality in working with people with TMJ issues. I stay pretty busy! Now I’m collaborating with physical and myofunctional therapists to understand the airway aspects — grinding the teeth while asleep seems to be related to a too-narrow airway, even if you don’t have apnea (yet). Exercises can improve it, even in adults. I do them myself. Thank you so much, James Nestor, for your curiosity, thinking outside of the box, and putting your findings out into the world. 🙏🏽
@kulvirgakhal5470
I had influenza which brought on Postural tachycardia syndrome (PoTS). Now my heart rate is rapid when I stand or move (130) I was recommended to read this book by my cardiologist and I have very quickly noticed a difference in my heart rate following the simple rule of slow down your breathing and nose breathing. Can’t wait to explore more!
@marilynsvideos1
Being a yoga instructor for 20 years, I love this simple message of the power of the breath when it comes to our health and well-being. Thank you David for such an eloquent and necessary message. I am sharing this with my students.
@samvojtech1153
Since I have been wearing nose strips & taping my mouth when I sleep, I noticed my sense of smell has come back ten fold since reconstructive jaw surgery 30 years ago. Thanks, James Nestor!!!
@galodominguez1373
I bought his book and did the Buteyko techniques during the pandemic and I’m now asthma free 😊
@judithmann3190
I am 79 I have been tapping my mouth shut for over a year it works it really does so grateful for this knowledge changed how I sleep, do it —-it will change how you sleep 💤
@ben10er6
I had a mental break down and one of my realizations was I wasn't breathing well was shallow and short and I wasn't conscious of it for so long. felt so much relief when finally realized. now I'm conscious of It I have way more control of everything in my life. so I totally agree with you and love how your spreading awareness. and I'm going to be training my breath to be more efficient as I have plenty of room for improvement. thankyou for letting me know of the many benefits and reminding me of how important it is.
@hip-hopman6636
1.Avoid mouth breathing 2.use your nose 3.improve your lungs capacity 4.slow down 5.hold your breath
@paulachristie7807
I finished listening to the audiobook earlier this week, I’ve started it over from the beginning. I see myself in these descriptions at every turn. I have a very small mouth from all the factors named. I’ve suffered with allergies all my life - I’m 71. Over the past few years my allergies seem to have worsened. At the point when I discovered your book, I was breathing through my mouth most of the time. My husband tells me I now snore most nights. I’ve started using your 5 seconds in, 5 seconds out breath pattern as a place to start. I’ve found some breathing exercises on YouTube. I’ve only been doing this for three days and already I am nose breathing more throughout the day. I plan to continue working on improving my breathing. Thank you.
@KeeganMcgee-ss3ki