In this workshop, we will explore the science of breathing, insights from yogic texts, and simple, experiential practices to help you breathe more consciously and effectively.
Breathing is one of the few bodily functions that operate both involuntarily and voluntarily. Governed by the autonomic nervous system, it happens effortlessly - without thought, like the beating of the heart. And yet, unlike the heartbeat, the breath can be consciously shaped, slowed, held, or deepened. This dual nature makes the breath a rare and potent bridge between body and mind, between the conscious and the unconscious, between states of stress to states of calm.
In the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, breath techniques - pranayama are introduced early (YS 1.34) and later established as one of the eight limbs of yoga (YS 2.29). The ancient yoga wisdom understood that by refining the breath, one could influence not just the physical body but also the subtle energies - what they called prana, the vital life force. Pranayama is often translated as “breath control,” but more accurately, it refers to the expansion and conscious direction of prana through the medium of breath.
Modern science is beginning to affirm what these early practitioners intuited. Conscious breathing - especially the deep, rhythmic breathing central to pranayama - has been shown to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, fostering calm, reducing cortisol, and enhancing vagal tone.
Dr. Komal Yadav, M.D., ABAARM, DipABLM:
Dr. Komal Yadav is a triple board-certified physician in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine. After spending 8 years in the traditional medical setting, she grew frustrated with the “quick-fix/band-aid” approach to healthcare, which often failed to address the root causes of illness. This led her to seek additional training in Functional Medicine so she could have the tools to provide a more proactive and holistic approach to healing. Dr. Yadav specializes in women’s health, working closely with her patients to identify and address the underlying causes of their health concerns. With a unique approach that integrates Eastern traditions with Western medical advancements, she focuses on treating the whole person - mind, body, and spirit. Her mission is to inspire sustainable lifestyle changes that empower individuals to achieve vibrant health and lifelong well-being.
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About Kanan Kapila
Director of Spiritual Well-being, Loopwell
Kanan Kapila is a licensed psychotherapist and respected leader in integrative mental health and spiritual well-being. She draws from over two decades of experience at the intersection of psychotherapy, yoga science, and holistic healing. Melding her clinical expertise and deep intuitive insight, Kanan guides individuals step into a life of clarity, purpose, and meaningful living.
Kanan is also a certified and experienced yoga teacher (E-RYT), leads well recognized yoga teacher trainings. Her private practice sessions integrate somatic trauma healing, pranayama, meditation, and self-realization work, offering a deeply transformative experience grounded in both tradition and modern therapeutic science.
Through a compassionate, and mindful approach, Kanan helps clients navigate major life transitions, uncover limiting patterns, and rewrite their inner narratives. Her methodology weaves psychotherapy with clinical modalities, allowing clients to process, heal, and embody their most authentic selves.
Price: $45 (Yogi Tea included)
A portion of the proceeds go to the Givewell Project™