At the core of somatic breathwork is its ability to influence the autonomic nervous system (ANS), which controls automatic bodily functions like heart rate, breathing, and digestion. The ANS is divided into two branches: the sympathetic system (responsible for “fight or flight”) and the parasympathetic system (“rest and digest”). When you experience chronic stress or trauma, your b... https://biodynamicbreath.com/blog/somatic-breathwork-guide/