A profound power through the simple act of breathing.
The MIP Breathwork Kit*, is an important program we offer that helps an AYA learn to use their breathing as a coping tool. Breathwork involves consciously and mindfully changing your breathing patterns to balance your body and mind.
Breathing is a superpower. And that his not an exaggeration! When you learn how to incorporate breathing techniques into your day, you are gaining control over your body’s responses to stress. You are taking your pain and turning it into power!
By breathing consciously, you….
Create feelings of calmness.
Reduce your overall level of stress and anxiety.
Boost your mood.
Help manage your pain.
Activate your parasympathetic nervous system’s “rest and digest” response. This is a fancy way of saying your body feels safe and relaxed, leading to a lower heart rate, increased digestion, and overall calming effects.
So what is in a Breathwork Box?
The box has a lot of tools to teach breathwork in a fun and user friendly way!
A slinky to encourage being aware of your breathing through expanding and contracting your lungs.
Bubbles that illustrate the power of a long exhale and pursed-lip breathing.
A Breathing Pebble, a tool that lights up to guide you in learning three breathwork styles.
An Aromatherapy Inhaler supporting a moment of calm with a comforting aromatic scent.
Many more!
Why use breathwork?
Choosing to focus on your breathing is an effective stress buster to help yourself!
Breathwork can help in many ways: reduce stress, improve sleep, decrease muscle tension, improve immune function, increase focus, and de-escalate anxiety.
There is a deep connection between our minds and bodies. When we breathe with intention we actively influence our emotions, thoughts, and experiences by putting the brakes on an acute stress response.
Want to try a breathing activity?
*MIP Breathwork Kits are available to AYA oncology patients through a request from their hospital provider. If you are interested, please reach out to melissa.themipfoundation@gmail.com.
