”Watch Yo Breath” with Dr. Jeannie May”Watch Yo Breath” with Dr. Jeannie May
Retrieving Sanity
Join Dr. Jeannie May on Retrieving Sanity as she shares how breathwork transformed her approach to stress and anxiety, offering hope and healing through ancient practices.
58:01•5 Nov 2024
Breathwork: Transforming Stress with Dr. May
Episode Overview
- Dr. May's journey from traditional medicine to breathwork.
- Breathwork as a tool for emotional regulation and stress relief.
- Transformational effects of somatic breathwork.
- Combining Western and Ancient healing techniques.
- Impact on anxiety and chronic illness symptoms.
“Breathwork was like five years of talk therapy in one session; it's truly transformative.”
In this enlightening episode of Retrieving Sanity, host Keegan sits down with Dr. Jeannie May, a board-certified physician specializing in geriatrics, hospice, and addiction medicine, who has embarked on a mission to bring the power of breathwork to the forefront of healing. Dr. May, formerly known as Jean Lessly, M.D., shares her personal journey with anxiety, which led her to discover the transformative potential of breathwork. Dr.
May recounts how her initial curiosity about breathwork was sparked during a birthday trip to Phoenix, Arizona, where she attended a breathwork training course. This experience was life-changing, akin to five years of traditional talk therapy condensed into a single 90-minute session. She explains that breathwork, particularly the somatic transformational variety, offers a unique approach to addressing the root causes of chronic stress and anxiety, which conventional medicine often fails to tackle.
Her passion is driven by the vision of integrating the wisdom of Western and Ancient Medicine, creating a holistic approach to health that empowers individuals to regulate their emotions and combat the physical manifestations of chronic stress. Dr. May emphasizes the importance of breathwork in decreasing blood pressure and promoting a meditative state, making it a valuable tool for those who struggle with traditional therapy. Throughout the episode, Dr.
May's enthusiasm for breathwork is palpable, as she discusses its applications in her work with geriatrics and addiction recovery. She highlights the significance of breathwork in helping individuals break free from conditioned responses to stress, ultimately leading to a healthier, more balanced life. This conversation is a testament to Dr. May's dedication to her patients and her unwavering commitment to spreading the benefits of breathwork.
As the episode concludes, listeners are encouraged to explore breathwork further, with the promise of its life-changing potential.
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