History of Breathwork

Ever since ancient times, the breath has been a central, focused theme in many spiritual and religious traditions. The Sanskrit word prana from India, signified breath, wind, and air: the vital life force. In the Hebrew culture, ruach referred to both the breath and the creative spirit. In Greece, pneuma meant breath, soul and the spirit of life. In the Bible the connection between breath and spirit is expressed quite clearly in Genesis 2:7: “And God formed man of the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living soul.”

Here in the states, there are a variety of breath-related techniques: called Breathwork. These amazing breathwork therapies are best known for their ability to initiate personal healing and transformation and are quickly becoming a cornerstone foundational block of the Human Potential Movement. Most approaches to breathwork share the common elements of deep rhythmic breathing, bodywork, guided imagery, evocative music, and affirmations. Some methods encourage strong emotional and physical cleansing, while others advocate a more subtle release by incorporating techniques based on personal meditation.

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