S17E1 - "Breath" by James Nestor (ep. 216)

In this week’s episode, we dive into James Nestor’s Breath, exploring the transformative power of breathing and its profound impact on our health, mind, and spirit in a world that’s forgotten how to do it right.We examine the critical role of nasal breathing in optimizing oxygen flow and calming the nervous system, revealing why mouth breathing undermines our well-being. We’ll discuss the lost art of breathing as a central theme, uncovering how modern habits have disconnected us from this ancient practice and its consequences. Additionally, we explore practical techniques to increase lung capacity and enhance...