Shamanic Breathwork
Also called connected breathing, DMT breathing, conscious breathing and others.
This work is very strong and powerful. Tamra loves supporting this work because it just works. People use words like 'big shift', 'life-changing', 'mind-blown'. It is a beautiful thing to witness people letting go of long-held stories, or having deep profound realisations and awakenings.
1 on 1 or group-facilitated (women's, men's and mixed)
What happens in a session?
1. We talk about what to expect, answer questions, give instruction
2. You lie down and cover your eyes (if you're okay with that)
3. Specifically selected music will be played quite loud.
4. You will deep-breathe for 1 hour
5. I will support you with anything that comes up in that hour including energy clearing, drumming, motivation, physical touch, keeping your breath rhythm and clarifying concerns.
6. You will stop breathing and have an ending/ rebirthing experience
7. Lay in stillness for a short time.
8. Sit quietly in nature, have a drink, journal, draw.
9. Discuss/unpack what came up
10. Receive energy balancing if anything got stuck in the process.
2 hour experience
Where does this come from?
Modern conscious-connected breathwork was developed in the West through the work of psychiatrist Stanislav Grof and others following the restriction of their psychedelic research in the 60's. He noticed that many cultures have long-used breath, rhythm, music and altered states for deep healing, ceremony and personal transformation.
This style of breathwork also has a commonality with what older folk might remember as rebirthing, but with the addition of more knowledge, support and safe-space creation.
My own approach has followed a similar path in seeing the side-effects of deep psychedellic work on some people, and wanting something profound and powerful, but safe, legal ,and gentle enough to be integrated well.
Why Choose Us?
Unlike many breathwork facilitators, I also bring training in transpersonal counselling, nervous system regulation, parts work and therapeutic integration. The breathing journey is only one part of the process. Making sense of what arises, integrating it safely, and translating insights into lasting change are equally important. We allow plenty of time for this, as well as supportive community. Your journey does not end when you leave.
We do group work usually in the Bell Tent in the middle of a stunning bluegum forest bordered by the Onkaparinga River, and red cliffs. This very special secluded place has a powerful healing vibe all on its own. Perhaps because of the water, maybe due to the high amount of quartz underground. Either way, this land and its spirits have always supported and held those wanting to heal.
Questions?
Is this the same as Holotropic Breathwork?
It has a commonality of connected breathing (technically hyper-ventillating), however the process is different. Holotropic is a term trademarked by the Groff family for use by the facilitators that do their training and I have not done their specific training, I did different training.
Why is it like psychedellics?
Often people enter into an altered state of consciousness that has cross-overs with a psychedellic experience, such as past-life viewing, out of body experience, connecting with God/Spirit/higher self, visions, or simply delving into parts of the psyche that have been hidden due to shame or trauma. This is the reason that legal psychedellic-assisted therapy is now becoming popular. There is clinical evidence to prove efficacy for significant mental health conditions and end of life anxiety.
Can it heal my mental health concern?
Maybe. If it is depression, grief, fears, anger, that is situational, this process may assist you to see deeper into the issue and release it. It will not cure a diagnosed mental health condition such as Borderline Personality Disorder. It will not re-wire a chemical process, just aid in understanding what is helpful for you. For example, if you have depression and ADHD, a knowing might drop in that you need to seek out community for help.
Is this safe for everyone?
No. There are contraindications. Please ask before signing up if you have any physical health concerns, a disability, or significant mental health issues including significant trauma. You will be asked to sign a waiver before attending. It is very safe for people, in general, however.
Is there an age restriction?
Over 18's only, and if you're older, please check in with your doctor. You need to be physically fit and healthy with no heart conditions or breathing difficulties, and can see and hear well enough to understand instructions and communicate needs.
What happens if I get scared or some trauma comes up?
That's what I'm for! We can talk through what is going on and move through and release the fear. Or if it is too much, we stop and talk through what came up. This process really does stir up the unconscious, so we never can truly be aware of what we have hidden from ourselves. We can be sure that what is hidden will be influencing our life already, though, and that is why we do this work.
Is it okay to take drugs or medication?
Some medications will hinder this process. I'm less concerned about whether it is legal, and more about how it will affect the process. A standard SSRI is fine. Marijuana, valium/xanax, alcohol and opiates will hinder the process and can be dangerous Please respect this process in its own right, and the safety of other participants and arrive 'clean'. If you are taking regular medication, please ask me before committing to a session. All information shared is treated with the strictest of confidence whether you have signed up or not.
More questions? Please send an e-mail to watersmeet@protonmail.com.