Getting Started with Revelation Breathwork through Embody Your Design
What to Expect in Your Breathwork Session
Overview of the Session
Each breathwork session is unique and designed to meet you exactly where you are. The practice is flexible, aligning with your current needs and emotions, whether you're seeking peace, release, or deeper self-discovery.
The experience of each session can be different. While the structure remains the same, some days you may find it easier to sink into the breath, and other days a lot of emotions may arise. Release any expectations for what each session will hold, and be open to what the practice brings you that day.
Each session meets you where you are, making breathwork a supportive tool for growth and healing.
What is breathwork?
Breathwork is a holistic practice rooted in ancient traditions, practiced worldwide for centuries to enhance physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Click here for more info on the historical and cultural origins of breathwork.
Benefits of Breathwork
Breathwork offers profound benefits, including:
Intuition Connection: Quickly tap into inner wisdom.
Emotional and Mental Clarity: Let go of stress, find clarity.
Physical Benefits: Breathwork detoxifies, boosts energy, alkalizes blood, and reduces inflammation.
Spiritual Connection: Deepen your connection with your higher self, God, or Spirit (whatever you resonate with).
Overall Well-Being: Benefits include:
Relief from depression, anxiety, and stress
Increased resilience and stress tolerance
Enhanced problem-solving, creativity, and confidence
Elevated mood and inner peace
Strengthened trust and self-assurance
Checklist: What to Bring to Your Breathwork Session
Comfortable Clothing: Wear layers to adjust to temperature changes.
Cozy Blanket: For warmth and comfort.
Place to Lie Down: Yoga mat, bed, or rug.
Two Extra Pillows: One for knee support, one for primal scream.
No Pillow Under Your Head: Keep your head flat to support breathing.
Sleep Mask (optional): Helps block out light.
Glass of Water (optional): Staying hydrated supports your breathwork experience.
Journal: Capture insights or reflections.
Chapstick (optional): Extra hydration for lips.
How to Do Breathwork
Just like there are many forms of exercise, there are many flavors of breathwork! We’ll be using the Revelation Breathwork technique in our practice.
This session is about more than the breath itself—it’s about showing up for yourself with intention and presence. Each session will meet you where you are, so there’s no “right” or “wrong” way to do it.
Please know that you are in control of your breath at ALL times. If it becomes too intense, you can slow down as needed or switch to nostril breathing.
ACTION: Click here to watch a demo of how to do the active breathing pattern or watch the embedded video below.
Breath Patterns We’ll Use:
Active Breathing Pattern
During the active portion of the session, use a three-part breath:Inhale deeply into your pelvis (about 80%).
Top off with a breath in your heart / chest area (about 20%).
Softly exhale without pushing. This is a letting go.
Relaxed Breathing Pattern
In the resting and receiving portion, switch to relaxed, natural breathing through your nose. This calming breath supports the integration of insights and relaxation.
How is a Session Structured?
Our class unfolds through several stages. Your session will be recorded so that you can refer back to it. You will also receive an edited audio-only version that you can breathe to again and again!
[Align & Embody Sessions Only]: We’ll start with an interpretation of your chart based on your intake form. There are certain elements I’ll often always hit on based on the focus of the Align & Embody session, but if anything else is really jumping out at me… you bet I’ll be sharing that with you!
These sessions include elements from Astrology, Gene Keys, and Human Design. If it sounds like a lot, I promise it isn’t! These are all languages and ways to explain concepts and they are all simply tools that help point you back to yourself. You’ll have the option to focus more/less on certain languages if you’d prefer. However, there’s a certain depth and nuance that weaving all three provide!
Intention Setting & Grounding Meditation: We start by setting an intention to align with what you’d like to release or explore. We’ll do a brief grounding meditation to begin the process of getting out of our head and connected with the body through the breath.
Active Breathing Portion: You will be breathing through your mouth with the active breathing pattern.
Breath Technique: Breathe through your mouth, 80% into your belly, 20% into your chest, and softly exhale.
Settling In: It’s normal for your mind to be active initially. Let thoughts settle as you breathe.
Music and Rhythm: The playlist gradually builds, increasing in intensity.
Primal Scream: At the peak of the active portion, we reach the primal scream song. Release any energy however feels right—scream, shout, cry, or move as needed.
Rest and Receive Portion: You will be breathing normally through your nose with the relaxed breathing pattern.
Let go of the active breath and simply receive. This is your time to be fully open to any insights or revelations.
Closing and Integration: I’ll guide you back to awareness, grounding in the room and body. I’ll invite you to journal any insights for 4-5 minutes, and then we’ll have time for sharing.
Common Sensations
You have full control over your body your entire session. You may experience any number of sensations, and these are completely normal. If something begins to feel too intense, you can stay with the breath or you can reduce the intensity by slowing down your breath. While I’ll encourage you to stick with breathing through your mouth, you can also switch to breathing in and out through your nose. This is available to you at any time, trust yourself.
Here are some common sensations you may experience:
Tingling in your arms, fingers, and other places in your body.
Chills
Sweating
Lobster Claws (tetany)
Tightness in your jaw/face/mouth
Feeling cold / hot
Stuck emotions rising to the surface
Old memories that need healing
Resistance (ego telling you to stop)
Dry mouth
Coughing, laughing, yelling, moans
Making the Most of Your Session
Choose a Comfortable Place: Yoga mat, bed, or rug works well.
Limit Distractions: Put your phone on Airplane Mode or Do Not Disturb.
Set Up Your Audio: Music is an integral part of the experience (and I will provide). Use headphones or any device you prefer.
Avoid Eating a Big Meal: Try not to eat heavy meals within an hour before the session.
Post-Session Integration and After-Care
After your session, give yourself time to ground and reflect. All of these are optional and purely recommendations. Trust yourself on what you most need.
Hydrate: Water supports recovery.
Journaling: Write down any insights or reflections.
Rest: Rest if you feel physically or emotionally tired.
Grounding Practices: Walk outside, touch the earth, or eat something nourishing if you feel ungrounded.
Take a Shower or Bath: Clean off any excess energy.
Be Gentle with Yourself: Some emotions may surface; allow yourself time to process.
Follow up goodies
In the following weeks after your session, you’ll receive a few goodies to help you continue your practice.
A link to the Spotify playlist we use in our time together. These can be fun to listen to randomly throughout the week to deepen your integration. They can make wonderful walking or workout playlists because of how the intensity builds.
A private recording video of your entire session. [1:1 only]
This is NOT publicly available and is only viewable by you through the private program portal.
A private audio-only audio of the breathwork session. [1:1 only]
Highly recommend bookmarking this on your phone and breathe to it again and again!
This is NOT publicly available and is only available to by you through the private program portal.
FAQs
What is Revelation Breathwork?
A specific kind of breathwork that involves a 3-step breathing pattern (belly, chest, exhale). Each session is broken into two parts: the active breathing, and rest & receive portion.
What sensations might I experience?
Common sensations include tingling, chills, sweating, emotional waves, or physical releases. You are always in control and can adjust your breath if anything feels intense.
Tingling in your arms, fingers, and other places in your body.
Chills
Sweating
Lobster Claws (tetany)
Tightness in your jaw/face/mouth
Feeling cold / hot
Stuck emotions rising to the surface
Old memories that need healing
Resistance (ego telling you to stop)
Dry mouth
Coughing, laughing, yelling, moans
Is breathwork safe for everyone? What medical conditions would prevent me from doing breathwork?
Generally safe, but consult your healthcare provider if you have any breathwork contraindications including heart conditions, respiratory issues, are pregnant, or have mental health concerns.
Breathwork has contraindications because of its strong activation of the nervous system and can be an intense physical and emotional experience. If you experience any of the below conditions, please consult your healthcare provider before you participate in this work.
Pregnancy
Cardiovascular disease
Angina
Heart attack
High blood pressure
Glaucoma
Retinal detachment
Osteoporosis
Recent injury or surgery
Any conditions for which you take regular medications
History of panic attacks, psychosis
Severe mental illnesses
Seizure disorders
Family history of aneurysms
Coronavirus or flu-like symptoms
How often should I practice breathwork?
Safe to do daily but beneficial to establish a sustainable rhythm. Personally, I find 1-2 sessions per week most effective.
Can I do breathwork on my own, or is it best in a guided session?
Both are valuable and it really comes down to personal preference; guided sessions offer support and structure, while solo practice builds consistency.
Can I listen to music or use props during the session?
Music is provided, and you’re welcome to use props like an eye mask, blanket, or grounding objects.
What if I feel overwhelmed during the session?
If breathwork becomes intense, switch to nostril breathing or slow your pace. Listen to your body.
What should I do after my session?
Hydrate, journal, rest, and ground yourself. Give yourself time to process any emotions that come up. Most importantly, be gentle with yourself in the days ahead.
