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Welcome to Find Your Backbone This online breathwork course teaches simple, practical techniques to reduce stress and release tension.

23 contributions to Find Your Backbone: Breathwork
Breathwork that can calm your mind and open your heart
Are you feeling stressed, isolated, or overwhelmed? Before we can talk about breathing, we need to talk about stopping. In this video, I share a personal revelation I had 15 years ago at 4 AM, and how it led me to discover the life-changing power of Box Breathing. Used by the military, police officers, and the NHS, this incredibly simple method can help you quickly lower your heart rate, reduce cortisol, and regain conscious control of your life. It is not about strict timing or holding your breath; it is about finding an attitude of letting go. "Take a moment. And in that gap between the stimulus and response, that's where your freedom lies."
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Thank you. This makes me really happy to hear.
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@James Richardson thank you. You really are an inspiration. Keep going with everything you are doing.
Why taking a deep breath can make things worse.
Most breathwork advice tells you to "take" a deep breath—forcing air in and out to a strict count. But did you know this habit often creates extra tension in your body? In this session, we break down why shift in attitude matters far more than technique. Instead of forcing or "taking" air, learn the power of simply allowing your breath to flow naturally.
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I have been noticing how easy it is to go into auto pilot recently particularly around things like food or cleaning. I have really been learning to slow down and enjoy simple things a lot more. I spent some time making my bed today and genuinely felt the difference it made to carry out these tasks with a different attitude of presence and accepting where i am right now.
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Yes this can lead to some habits that can make things harder for you. Being mindful of how you sit and how you allow the breath to come in and out is a useful thing to do.
How to Reduce Stress Instantly with the Physiological Sigh
Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? In this short module, we break down one of the single most effective, real-time tools for reducing stress: the physiological sigh. This simple breathing technique has been taught to doctors, teachers, and ex-police officers alike to help regulate the nervous system instantly. Instead of trying to force or overwrite your breath, this practice is all about letting go and allowing your body to work exactly as nature intended. What you will learn in this video: Why forcing deeper, gasping breaths does not help How to use a positive or humorous memory to reset your mind A step-by-step guide to the double-inhale and long-exhale technique Next time you find yourself in a difficult situation, whether it is an awkward family gathering or waiting in your car before a stressful meeting, just try to stop and practice this breath. If you found this exercise helpful, please hit the like button, drop a comment with your thoughts, and subscribe for more mindfulness techniques.
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@Heather Clawson thanks Heather, I use this most days
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I firmly believe that in the gap between a stimulus and your reaction is where freedom really starts to grow. It is what Alexander called "waking up the conscious mind." It has so many applications but for me the most obvious one is how it gives a sense of courage in the face of adversity and a genuine gateway to peace.
Be kind to yourself
Calm is not something you achieve; it really is something you practice, moment by moment. If you've recently lost your focus, gotten distracted, or reacted in a way you wish you hadn't—this video is for you. In this session, we explore the importance of being kind to yourself, allowing your nervous system to regulate, and adopting a "beginner's mind" to start afresh. Remember: this is a journey, not an end result. You can always improve, so don't be too hard on yourself.
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@Fergus McCausland yes this is such a common experience but so rarely discussed. Spotting the unconscious habits and judgements is a key part and then letting these go. And being less reactive when they don’t!
Breathwork changed my life. It could really change yours.
Ten years ago, I stood in front of a room full of people at this exact venue, completely overwhelmed. On the outside, i looked like I was calm and collected while speaking to a packed room . On the inside, I was running entirely on panic and adrenaline. That day forced me to confront a hard truth: you cannot simply push your way through stress. Forcing yourself to perform when your body is screaming at you carries a heavy personal cost. That evening I decided enough was enough and went to a Alexander Technique teacher who taught me about breathwork, and the shift was profound. It changed the way I live and work so deeply that I went on to train as an Alexander Technique teacher. Now, I am returning to where it started. On 24th September 2026, I am hosting an in-person breathwork course at this venue. This is a grounded, trauma-informed breathwork course based on current research into the nervous system. There are no gimmicks or extreme breathing exercises; it is focused on safe, sustainable physiological regulation. This day is built specifically for: Business leaders carrying the cognitive and physical load of relentless decision-making NHS doctors and nurses living with high workplace pressure and compassion fatigue Psychologists and therapists looking for practical, somatic approaches to support their clients Anyone working in the emergency services Anyone feeling the quiet, physical toll of long-term stress You will leave with practical, skills to reset your breathing, release physical tension, and regain calm in high-stakes environments. Spaces are kept limited to ensure a focused, safe environment. If you would like to join us, all the details and booking information are in the first comment below. Alternatively, feel free to send me a direct message with any questions
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I help people master Breathwork to reduce stress and improve confidence. I am an experienced Alexander Technique teacher.

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