Mindfulness and meditation practices have many breathing exercises, but are they efficient in fighting dysfunctional breathing patterns? In this episode, Patrick McKeown shares his views into the underlying causes of apnea, insomnia, lack of concentration, and explains why you should breathe slow, light, and low.

Key Takeaways From This Episode

• Consequences of poor sleep on people's mental health
• Can your day-breathing affect your sleep quality?
• Basic techniques to re-learn breathing patterns
• Why you should breathe through your nose while exercising
• The importance of developing concentration in young children

Disclaimer: All information and views shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not intended to provide medical advice or treatment recommendations. The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health professional when you have any questions regarding your specific health, sleep, breathing patterns, changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• THE BREATHING CURE: Develop New Habits for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life
• Atomic Focus: Harness the True Power of Your Brain, Develop Resilience Against Stress, and Get Focused with Simple Breathing Exercises to Change Your Mental and Physical State
• The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment

About Patrick McKeown

Patrick McKeown is an international breathing expert and author based in Galway, Ireland. Since 2002, he has worked with thousands of clients, improving functional breathing patterns for asthma, sleep, and stillness of the mind.

Atomic Focus (2021) - Patrick’s latest book - addresses sleep quality,  physiology, and awareness to achieve a flow state, to focus and hold attention, to the exclusion of distractions for a sustained period of time.

The Breathing Cure (2021) is a deep dive into the science of breathing. It explores functional breathing for a wide range of health conditions and breathing exercises suitable for adults, children, and teens.

Connect with Patrick

• Website: www.oxygenadvantage.com
• Facebook: Oxygen Advantage
• YouTube: Oxygen Advantage
• Twitter: @OxygenAdvantage
• Instagram: @oxygenadvantage
• LinkedIn: Patrick McKeown - Breathing Instructor and Author

About Rishi Tea & Sparkling Botanicals

This podcsat episode is sponsored by Rishi Tea & Sparkling Botanicals.  Milwaukee-based Rishi Tea was founded nearly 25 years ago on the commitment to set the standard for quality tea and expand the awareness of its rich history. Rishi offers premium tea and botanicals imported directly from gardens across the world from Chile to Japan and Taiwan—drawing inspiration from ancient artisanal practices that use organic cultivation techniques as well as modern culinary innovation. In addition, Rishi recently launched Sparkling Botanicals—a line of light and refreshing functional beverages crafted with imported fruits, spices and herbs from partners around the globe with innovative flavors like Schisandra Berry, Turmeric Saffron and Black Lemon.

Connect with Rishi Tea & Sparkling Botanicals

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• Instagram: @rishitea; @sparklingbotanicals

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