Rachel Ribeiro Horta
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Rachel Ribeiro Horta
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Humming has a profound effect on the nervous system. It releases a profusion of a wondrous molecule called nitric oxide, which helps bring oxygen to cells while killing viruses and bacteria. Regular humming can have an impact on rhinosinusitis. The most beneficial humming frequency was found to be at around 120 Hertz, which correspond
... See moreTAMIL ALTERNATE NOSTRIL BREATHING (ADVANCED)
This excerpt from an ancient Tamil script describes the practice of pranayama*, a complex and challenging alternate nostril breathing technique.
Inhale through left nostril for 16 maathirai - 4 sec
Exhale for 32 maathirai through right nostril = 8 sec
Hold the breath for 64 maathirai = 16 sec
Let the truth be
Nadi Shodhana, also known as ‘alternate nostril breathing’, has been part of yoga practice for thousands of years. It allows you to manipulate airflow in the nostrils to elicit calm, awareness, and a gently altered state of consciousness.
Research has shown that inhaling through the right nostril activates the nervous system, mildly raising the hea
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Oxygenating: The nose heats, moistens and pressurises air, allowing us to absorb about 20 percent more oxygen in each breath versus breathing through the mouth.
Protecting: The hairs, mucus membrane and complex structure of nasal passages help filter out viruses, pathogens and bacteria.
Calming: Nasal b
T H E T H R E E C A U S E S O F D Y S F U N C T I O N A L B R E A T H I N G According to world-renowned respiratory expert, Patrick McKeown, dysfunctional breathing is driven by three major factors: posture and movement; mental state; and chemical imbalances. (The Power of your Breath)
“Breathe slow, breathe long, breathe deep, breathe better". (James Nestor)
"When you change your breath you change your life". (James Nestor)
A Sabedoria dos Anciãos
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“A mudança das energias começa com a decisão firme de mudar. Em seguida, comece a reprogramar seus pensamentos, emoções, ações. Estabeleça um programa de 21 dias durante o qual você vai acompanhar e controlar cada pensamento, emoção e ação, a fim de torná-los positivos. Trata-se de um programa de “autoadministração". Não deixTao Te Ching says, “Do nothing, and everything gets done.”