Show Notes
Isabel Tew is a yoga and breathwork instructor with over 15 years of experience. She has partnered with organizations such as the Martha Beck Institute, Atlantic Rowing teams, Vodafone, and other Fortune 500 companies, leading breathwork classes and workshops. Isabel specialises in pranayama, has been featured in publications including YOGA Magazine and OM Yoga & Lifestyle, and is author and illustrator of Breath Cards – a beautiful deck of 57 breathing practices.
QUOTE: "Breathwork isn’t just about taking deep breaths—it’s about training your nervous system to work for you, not against you. 🌬️" - Isabel Tew
Fergie’s Top 5+ Knowledge Nuggets and Take-Aways:
- Master Your Breath, Master Your Life 🌬️ – Most people breathe wrong! Learn techniques to boost energy, reduce stress, and live with more vitality.
- Turn Struggles Into Strength 💪 – Anxiety and stress aren’t roadblocks—they’re signals. Use them as stepping stones to a stronger, calmer you.
- Breathe with Intention 🔥🧊 – Need energy? There’s a breath for that. Need calm? There’s a breath for that. Use your breath as a tool, not an afterthought.
- Small Habits = Big Results 🛠️ – Lasting change isn’t about overhauling your life overnight—it’s about consistent, small shifts that add up.
- Move & Breathe Together 🏃♂️ – Breathwork isn’t just for stillness. Sync it with movement—walking, stretching, working out—for amplified results.
- Ask Better Questions 🤔 – Instead of “Should I try this?” ask, “What if I committed to this for 30 days? How would my life change?”
Valuable Time-Stamps
00:04:00 – Panic Attacks & Anxiety – How stress led to discovering breathwork and mindfulness
00:05:00 – Mindfulness in Healthcare – UK doctors prescribe mindfulness-based CBT
00:07:00 – Yoga as a Turning Point – How yoga became a daily practice and career shift
00:09:00 – Meditation Overload – 10,000+ hours of meditation led to nervous system imbalance
00:12:00 – Personalized Breathwork – Why breathwork isn’t one-size-fits-all
00:14:00 – Energizing vs. Calming Breaths – How to choose the right breathwork for your needs
00:19:00 – Dangers of Overbreathing – Why some breathwork techniques can cause stress
00:21:00 – Advice to Younger Self – Be courageous and embrace creativity
00:25:00 – Life Well Lived – Courage to follow your heart and prioritize simple joys
00:34:00 – The Deep Breath Myth – Why proper breathing is about depth, not size
Recommended Resources:
Pick Up Your Set of Isabel’s Breath Cards: Daily Breathwork Practices for Calm, Clarity and Renewal
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Artwork courtesy of Dylan Allen
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