Birth
and infancy traumas can affect people well into adulthood, and even for
their entire lives. Many emotional and psychological issues, and
dysfunctional patterns and tendencies can be traced back to birth,
infancy, and early childhood.
For
the first few years of our lives we are basically in a hypnotic trance.
We have no discriminating consciousness. Everything that happens, to us
and around us, is downloaded directly into our subconscious mind.
We
form conclusions about life and ourselves, and we make unconscious
decisions about others and the world while we are in this very open,
vulnerable and impressionable state. And then we are often driven and
controlled by these factors for the rest of our lives.
We
“inherit” the unconscious fears, limitations, aspirations, and the
hidden or suppressed desires of our parents and grandparents. We take on
the core beliefs of those around us. We form and define ourselves in
relation to others.
In
essence, we receive programs that limit who and how we are. And what’s
more, these impressions and this programming actually begin not at birth
when we take our first breath, but while we are still in the womb.
All
this is now well proven and widely accepted in most medical/scientific
circles. But when I first began to teach Rebirthing-Breathwork in the
mid 1970’s, this was not the case. And the notion that a few “conscious
connected breathing sessions” could result in profound healing and
growth was considered “new age nonsense.” Breathwork was looked upon
with great skepticism, if not outright hostility.
At
the time, most mainstream medical professionals believed that the only
way to treat deep-seated psychological or emotional issues and problems
was thru long-term counseling or psychoanalysis, and/or with
psychotropic drugs. And the same held true for anxiety, depression, and
post-traumatic stress disorders.
Today,
leading psychiatrists, psychotherapists and medical professionals from
all over the world, practice or prescribe breathwork for these
conditions. Of course I am very happy to see this because I have been
shouting about it from roof tops for many years, and I often felt like a
voice crying out in the wilderness.
But
thanks to pioneers like Bernie Siegel, Herbert Benson, Deepak Chopra,
Andrew Weil, Richard Brown, Stan Grof, Bruce Lipton, and many others,
“transpersonal psychology” and “mind-body medicine” has come of age, and
Breathwork has finally made its way into the layers of the mainstream.
The
fact is we have always had the ability to lift ourselves up by our own
bootstraps. There are ways to clear and resolve the long-standing
effects of trauma, negative impressions and limiting subconscious
beliefs. We can replace them with positive and empowering states and
attitudes. And you don’t need years of specialized training, permission
or a license to do this, or to support others in doing the same.
Through
Rebirthing-Breathwork, anyone with a belly button, and a normal
attention span, together with the willingness to learn and practice, can
drop ancient deep-seated habits and patterns, conditioning and
programming. We can all reclaim our original essence and purity, our
natural power, perfection, and boundless joy!
If
we relax in a safe environment with someone we trust; if we breathe in a
conscious continuous way, while remaining alert and aware, open and
relaxed, we can process our own thoughts and feelings, our own emotions.
We can unravel, dissolve, or release all of our early traumas and any
limiting programs.
After
witnessing thousands of “breathing miracles,” I have utter certainty of
the therapeutic power and potential of Rebirthing-Breathwork. And yet, I
am itching to move on, and to take breathwork to new levels: because in
many ways, I have come to realize that restoring and renewing ourselves
is just the beginning.
While
most medical professionals, healing arts practitioners, and even many
breathworkers are still focused on problems and pathology, on the
illness and disease model, I am devoted to using breathwork for a higher
purpose: and that is “transcendence.”
We
are coming to the point where we can simply drop the game of illness
and suffering all together, like a snake sheds its skin. We can shift
our awareness and energy away from dis-ease, and focus on a completely
different level. By doing so, all our psychological and emotional
issues—even serious physical medical conditions—resolve themselves, or
simply fall away on their own!
I
no longer see birth and infancy traumas, painful early life
experiences, and negative and limiting programs as problems. They are in
fact gifts. Breathwork transforms them into natural springboards to
higher consciousness, to spiritual enlightenment, self-realization, and
ultimate liberation.
We
have many extraordinary powers and untapped abilities latent within us;
and we have a simple and easy way to unlock, awaken and embody these
higher capacities.
I
like to say that Rebirthing-Breathwork is easy but not simple, or
simple but not easy. However, it can be described simply and easily. It
is “conscious connected energy breathing.”
The
breathing is continuous: which means that there are no pauses or gaps
between the breaths. The inhales are active and the exhales are passive.
And furthermore, we are consciously breathing energy and not just air.
Moment
to moment “open relaxation” is also a key factor in the process; as
well as a willingness to feel deeply and to be totally present to what
is, as it is.
A
good breathing coach, guide, or facilitator is a priceless ally when we
embark on this transformational journey. And a well-trained “Rebirther”
can teach the average person to rebirth themselves in as little as five
to ten training sessions.
If
you are serious about peak performance, optimum health, or ultimate
potential, then you owe it to yourself to take on Rebirthing-Breathwork
as a life skill. You would be wise to add it to your spiritual arsenal
or toolbox!
There
are thousands of good breathworkers in the world. And if you would like
me to refer you to one, I’ll be happy to do that. But what I really
would like is to invite you to become one!
I
suggest that you to take the first step by scheduling a private session
or by attending a public seminar, workshop, or training.
My best advice is to join the Breath Mastery Inner Circle,
so that you can access over 30 years of breath and breathing materials
and resources: articles, essays, audio-video files, seminar transcripts,
session notes, workshop hand-outs, and even complete and detailed
practitioner training manuals.
I also encourage you to enroll in the Online Course: 21 Lessons in the Art and Science of Breathwork.
All the information on that is here: http://breathmastery.com/onlinecourse
If money is an issue, I will be happy to give you a special discount coupon code. Just send your personal request to me (danbrule1008@gmail.com)
And
if you are really serious and ready to take a quantum leap in your
personal growth and professional development, then I suggest that you
make plans to come to Baja Bio Sana in beautiful Los Cabos, Mexico. (www.bajabiosana.org).
We will be offering basic and advance Breathwork Immersion Programs between November 2014 and April 2015.
You
are also invited to participate in any of the upcoming seminars and
sessions in Russia, Lithuania, Romania, and France. Check the summer
schedule for details.
All for now.
Love and blessings,
Dan
Love and blessings,
Dan
PS: I just completed a new book, called “Shut Up and Breathe!” You are welcome to download it free, with my compliments!
Just go to: www.breathmastery.com/shutupandbreathe
PPS: I would be very grateful if you would share your impressions of the book. I thank you in advance!For more info: http://www.breathmastery.com/
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