Trauma-Informed Breathwork

Breathwork is one of those rare practices that brings me back to myself. As someone who holds space for others, pours creativity into every frame, and values embodiment deeply, it’s more than just a technique—it’s a way of returning to center. Breathwork meets me where language stops. It helps me tune into the quieter parts of my body, soften old patterns, and access a sense of truth that often gets buried beneath the noise of everyday life. It’s powerful because it’s personal—my breath, my rhythm, my choice.

What I appreciate most is how breathwork bridges the internal and external. It clears the mental clutter—not just to find focus or ease within, but also to strengthen my connection to others, from my family to my clients to my community. It’s a steadying practice that regulates my nervous system, supports my creative process, and keeps me grounded as I move through all the roles I carry. Whether I’m preparing to lead a retreat, begin a new body of work, or simply need a pause for myself—it’s always available, quiet and steady, asking only that I breathe.

✦ Nadine Tlili