This practice uses connected breathing. Connected breathing means no pause between inhale and exhale. The breath flows in a continuous circle. This technique is used in somatic therapy to release stored emotional tension.  

Phase 1 — Intention

Ask yourself: “What part of me wants to be heard?”

Grief? anger? fear? suppressed memories?

Allow whatever arises.

Phase 2 — Circular Breathing

Breath pattern: IN → OUT → IN → OUT (no pause)

Breath should be full, rhythmic, continuous. Inhale through the mouth - Exhale through the mouth.

Continue for 20 minutes.

Music with rising intensity helps deepen the process.

Evocative music is traditionally used to guide the emotional arc of breathwork sessions.  

Phase 3 — Emotional Release

At this stage the body may release stored tension.

Common experiences: crying, shaking, laughter, vivid memories…

Allow everything. Do not suppress the response.

This phase represents somatic discharge, where the body processes stored emotional patterns.

Phase 4 — Stillness

Slow the breath. Inhale through the nose. Exhale through the mouth. Feel the body.

Imagine the breath moving through the heart.

Stay here for 10 minutes.

Integration

Write down:

• emotions that surfaced

• symbols or images

• any message the experience revealed

Integration helps the brain process the altered state.