#136 Dr Belisa Vranich - Is Your Breathing Making You Sick?

Mike Maher hosts TAKE A DEEP BREATH, a space where the simple, automatic act of breathing gets the thoughtful exploration it deserves. This isn't just about relaxation techniques, though you'll certainly find those. Instead, each conversation delves into the surprising science and profound personal power hidden within our own respiration. Mike guides discussions with a diverse range of voices-from researchers mapping the breath's impact on the nervous system to yoga teachers sharing ancient practices, and everyday explorers who've used breathwork to transform their mental and physical fitness. You'll hear practical methods alongside the deeper philosophy, understanding how conscious breathing can alter stress, focus, and overall wellbeing. Tune in to this podcast for a refreshingly direct look at a fundamental part of life, learning how to harness your breath with more intention and discover what happens when you truly pay attention to the air moving in and out. It's a journey into the most accessible tool we all possess, waiting to be unlocked.