How to breathe | Belisa Vranich | TEDxManhattanBeach

Breathing - so essential to life, and yet most of us are doing it wrong! Dr. Belisa Vranich, psychologist and breathing expert, shares some surprising information about breathing and teaches us all how to do it right.

Dr. Belisa Vranich is a clinical psychologist, author, public speaker, and the author of “Breathe: The Simple, Revolutionary 14-Day Program to Improve your Mental and Physical Health”. As founder of The Breathing Class™, Belisa has taught and lectured nationwide on topics related to dysfunctional breathing patterns and stress. The Breathing Class™ addresses both physical and psychological problems related to oxygenation that is out of balance, and teaches people to breathe in an anatomically congruous way that maximizes balanced inhales and exhales. Belisa received her PhD in Psychology from New York University and completed an internship at Bellevue Hospital with specialization in neuropsychology, psychiatric consultation and liaison, and bilingual treatment. An outspoken advocate for women’s health issues and veterans’ rights, Belisa also volunteers with several animal rescue organizations and is an advisory board member of Philosophy’s Hope and Grace Mental Health Campaign.

[paullombard]

Lots of people making jokes about knowing how to breathe already, but breathing correctly during times of stress can actually save you 1000s of dollars in medical expenses - stress Fs your entire body.

[nickification]

this is the most amazing talk I ever heard in my life and I cried when she said what a beautiful machine the body is, seriously

[SpidermanInLondon]

Breathing is like posture. Most humans take it for granted. But breathing is the most essential process. You can live weeks without food, days without liquid, and only minutes without air. Wake up! Take care of breathing and everything else becomes easier.

Great job, Belisa!

[thomascliffordsmartialarts]

Everyone thinks they "know" how to breathe. Most people think that they know how to run, too. But there are vastly different levels of skill. This woman is clearly an expert, if not a master in the art and science of breathing. True skill requires time and attention. Dr. Belisa Vranich is "a breath of fresh air" in the field of self-optimization. If you are serious about your health, study her work.

[healthleetprequel]

I purchased her book "Breathe" a year ago and it has helped me improve my breathe and health in general.

[Isaharif]

6:38 is where she explains the technique

[cybo]

I haven't breathed in nearly 16 years which is my whole life. I never knew how to breathe. Thanks to this video, I now know how to breathe. I am truly grateful of this video and hope it does well. All I have to say is thank you. This video needs to be promoted big time. Thanks to you guys, I can breathe. I don't have really anything else to say except thank you.

[jimmybiangco]

She is amazing. This has changed my life. No one will tell you this: no yogi, no doctor, no physiotherapist...no one. But yet 90% of us shallow breathe and that can led to complications in life. If I could I would thank her for sharing this knowledge.

[haphuongnguyen]

whoa the energy in her voice was great, which proved that her breathing is truely good.

[ImieNazwisko-yvhk]

What you said was shocking. And true. I didn't breathe properly for over 40 years and I didnt know what is wrong with me. You explained a lot. I agree with that in 100%. Thanks. God bless you.

[windjackhealthfitness]

Awesome presentation! As a health professional, I measure HRV which which indicates the health if the nervous system. When I measure a clients HRV before and after the diaphramatic breathing, there is a measured improvement in the nervous system, everytime.

[edclay]

I had the privilege of working with Belisa nearly two years ago. Her sessions changed my life. Very grateful for her work and commitment to helping people.

[sugarpump]

After choosing to watch a dozen videos of the countless TED Talks which delve into the history of or the importance of good breath and breathing, this is the first which shows how. Thanks Ms. Vranich!

[thethakuri]

Ignorance is not a privilege. People make fun of what they don’t understand. Their loss, not hers. This is beautiful. Just breathe.

[kymme]

I actually remember being "taught " to breath "correctly" from the back of the lungs in high programming at its greatest! THANK YOU 💌

[leilabektic]

Breathing really is something that is so essential and many struggle with it in their daily lives. It can help in many different scenarios and I feel as though this video was very informational and can be a strong resource for many!

[Crimsoncity]

I have anxiety. Have had it for about 7 years also. Sometimes I even forget to breathe or hold my breath unconsciously. If I eat something that triggers my anxiety I get sick right away. Major stomachache which leads to dizziness, stiffen neck and shoulders/shoulder pain, cold hands and feet etc. After months of cutting out I ate bread and dairy over the weekend and immediately with lack of sleep felt sick. No energy all of above sensations. Short anxiety attacks coming and going fast. Just wanted something to calm my nerves and found this. It helped me relax quite a lot to keep my thoughts away from being anxious.

[Charlieethebutterfly]

these TED talks make me feel like I've been doing life all wrong. But I'm so happy and fortunate to have these tools available during this lifetime! huge fan of meditation, stretching, breath work, progressive muscle relaxation, and emotional freedom technique

[lewade]

If you thought the exercise she led you through towards the end of the video was too rushed, you can adjust the Playback Speed to slow it down.
For those who don't know how to do that, click the Settings button in the bottom right corner of the video (the gear icon), and from the menu click Playback Speed.

[averaguilar]

I have done this change like since 2 years ago and slowly added other breathing details like training holding your breath, or doing the VIM HOF techniques. I love how this liberates your health and lowers stress and inflammation
with time