How Breathing Less Air Changed My Life | The Buteyko Method

In this video, I share my personal story about recovering from burnout using a breathing technique called Breathe Light from the Buteyko Method. I talk about what it felt like to burn out, and how by trying lots of approaches, and persisting with Buteyko Breathing, I was able to heal my body and mind, and get my life back.

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Breathwork is powerful. It can change your heart rate, your blood pressure and even the PH of your blood. Although this exercise is suitable for most people, please don’t use it if you are pregnant or have any serious health conditions without first consulting your doctor or therapist. Most importantly, listen to your body and take a break or stop if you need to. Also, please don't listen to this recording while driving or operating machinery.

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The content of this video does not constitute medical or professional advice or services. The primary purpose of this video is to educate and inform. Before making changes to your lifestyle, diet, exercise, drug or supplement routines you must first discuss the changes with your doctor. To reduce the risk of injury, never force or strain during exercises and never listen or watch this video when driving or operating machinery. If you experience pain or discomfort, stop immediately and consult your doctor. Other special cautions may apply to individuals with specific health issues, please consult your doctor if you are uncertain whether the exercises or advice is suitable for you. Any liability, loss or damage in connection with any use of this video, including but not limited to any liability, loss or damage resulting from the performance of the exercises or advice and information given here, is expressly disclaimed. This video is available for private, non-commercial use only. You may not edit, modify or redistribute this video.

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[strictlyroots]

Great video! I had the same journey with Buteyko, but back in 2005. My asthma cleared up, allergies, snoring, stuffy nose, occasionally blocked eustaschian tube - all of these things cleared up. In 2006 I trained to become a teacher. Buteyko is very subtle, simple to explain but not simple to do. Breathe less! Relaxtion is key to productive reduced breathing. As Alex says there are a number of other guidelines to follow and things you can do to bring breathing under control and into your conscious awareness. Becoming 'breath aware' is one of the many gifts of a Buteyko practice.

[krissifadwa]

This stuff alters your life, leading to making better choices with the use of clarity. What's actually mind blowing about it is; it's literally right under our nose but many will overlook it, thinking whatever changes our livelihood has to be something gargantuan. Great video, friend.

[thedentistbakery]

Discovered this just in time Neil. I'm so grateful, had a really good night's sleep last night. Last week I got badly burnt out at work. This has given me hope 🙏

[vintage_violet]

Fairly new to Buteyko but have already seen the benefits when it comes to my ability to calm panic etc. Your channel is definitely helpful, thanks so much 👍❤️

[scoobtoober]

Great work. I'm on a 2 year journey so far. I'm sure it's for life now. It has to be. Maintenance is not just a diet. It's a lifestyle. I've been 6 months into shirt off sun exposure and elements exposure. Cold showers every day for 9 months now. It is truly beneficial to me. Running with nasal only. Sprinting with nasal only. Patrick is a life saver. It improves extremity warmth when sitting/standing for a long time. Col weather exposure and hot too. Sauna to cold shower. Keep it up.

[susannahkelpyotter]

Saw a doctor for the first time in 20 years. He suggested this. Will give feedback in 2 months. 🎉

[janesmith]

I was interested in Buteyko Breathing many years ago and took an in-person course, but eventually gave up the practice. This is an excellent video which explains WHY it didn't work well enough for me to continue (it became just another stressor.) STILL think there are huge benefits for me to reap with this approach though. I think this is one of the best (and most honest) videos I've seen about any healing modality and I look forward to exploring your channel. THANK YOU!

[raiswarnim]

i have been in this spiritual journey for 4 years long anxiety depression trying to find where is peace and where u can rest knowing it wont change and this is it 😢

[hamzajaved]

Great video, thanks so much for giving your own personal account and experiences, I find it's sometimes more helpful than just receiving the techniques alone. I will try these techniques with a relaxed mindset now to ensure my CNS doesn't get stressed from the practice!

[craigmunro]

Thanks for sharing your inspirational story.

[jps]

I wonder why others are "Normal" and then there ar us with those symptoms you described. But you gave me so much hope that I got so happy watching this video. thank you

[caz]

Hi Neil, just discovered your channel after a video of yours popped up on my phone. How pleased I am to have found you. Firstly your voice is perfect for me and your teaching is just what I have been searching for. Thank you so much. I have subscribed and look forward to going through all your videos 🙏

[vivianriver]

I'm new to Buteyko and I've watched some of your videos to learn some of the basics of Buteyko. Can you tell me how I can learn about how to put together a beginner practice regimen that I can make part of my busy life? I've followed along with some of your videos and I believe that I understand some of the general concepts, but I don't know how to structure a practice regimen to make a regular habit out of.

[susancrushton]

I have had treatment x 3 due to cancer and left with loads of health issues. But water infections etc constantly on antibiotics. And rhinitis - sinusitis- tinnitus asthma..sleepless nights brain fog + short-term memory loss - due to severe dyslexia. Bombarded & overwhelmed ongoing anxiety. Would love to slow down the rhinitis nasal drip at least..😢

[CrueLoaf]

I’m more in the ‘6 seconds in and 6 seconds out’ camp. My lungs have got way stronger and my health has greatly improved. I was in hospital with pneumonia before learning this. I recovered from pneumonia in record time using coherence breathing. There is a wonderful app on my watch which gives me exercises.
The subtle stuff doesn’t feel natural to me

[igotsickieatlight]

it always feels like someone turned the light inside my head on when ever I do this

[DivineFeminineEnergy]

Are you also able to share these specific exercises you did? Intuitively I feel that I need to learn more about my breath and slowing it down / breathing less. I have recovered from panic disorder but when I get anxious I do not get panic attacks anymore but breath weirdly and hyperventilate and get brain fog still

[sukhan]

Stress and anxiety has caused me to hold my breath without me knowing and I’d catch myself forgetting to breathe momentarily. I’m kind of wondering how this method is different because mine doesn’t feel good at all

[bonitagirlyy]

Have you seen any benefits for people with dysautonomia conditions like inappropriate sinus tachycardia? And what about ADHD symptoms? I know these are both related to the because system so I'm curious to see if either improve with some of this breathing training

[Jwzbb]

can u elaborate on how butekeyo breathing helps with long covid please?