The Biggest Mistake I See in Breathwork

Can breathwork make anxiety worse? Sometimes, yes. If you've ever left a breathwork class feeling more anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally activated than when you started, you're not alone. In this video, I explain what I believe is the biggest problem in modern breathwork today. You'll learn why some breathing practices calm your nervous system while others intentionally increase activation, why a one-size-fits-all approach can backfire, and how to choose a breathwork teacher who prioritizes safety, awareness, and individualized guidance. New to conscious breathing? Download my free Steady State Reset—a gentle, 4-minute guided breathing practice designed to ease a busy, anxious mind. It's appropriate for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. 👉 Download Steady State Reset: https://www.holsolwellness.com/bwmistake I'm Dr. Dawn Browning—a research scientist (Ph.D.), certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT), and certified Pranayama teacher in the Gitananda Yoga tradition. I help high-achieving women regulate their nervous systems using conscious breathing rooted in science and traditional yoga. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – The biggest problem with breathwork today 00:13 – We've confused intensity with effectiveness 01:01 – Why discernment matters in breathwork 02:00 – The most important part of any breathing practice 03:00 – Try my free Steady State Reset 03:26 – Why different breathing practices affect your nervous system differently 05:55 – What great breathwork teachers do differently 07:46 – How to choose a safe breathwork teacher 10:25 – A breathwork session that changed my perspective 13:32 – Before you join a breathwork class... 🌿 Download the Steady State Reset A free, 4-minute guided breathing practice to calm a busy, anxious mind. 👉 https://www.holsolwellness.com/bwmistake 🎥 WATCH NEXT Why Breathwork Made You Feel Worse Instead of Better 👉    • Why Breathwork Made You Feel Worse Instead...