Stress, in its essence, is a natural and adaptive response that helps us cope with challenges and threats in our environment. It serves as a mechanism that prepares our body to react to various demands or pressures, often referred to as the "fight or flight" response.

Our individual interpretation and reaction to stress play a crucial role in determining its impact on our well-being. How we perceive and manage stress can significantly influence its effects on our mental, emotional, and physical health. For instance, viewing stress as a motivator or a catalyst for growth can inspire resilience and enhance our ability to overcome obstacles. On the other hand, perceiving stress as overwhelming or debilitating may lead to negative consequences, such as anxiety, burnout, or various health complications.

Developing a healthy relationship with stress involves cultivating self-awareness, practicing effective coping mechanisms, and fostering a supportive environment that encourages adaptive responses to challenging situations. By acknowledging the role of perception and response, we can strive to manage stress in ways that promote personal growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

In this course, my goal is to empower participants to heal themselves with simple, safe, and free tools and techniques. After using these same tools and techniques to help myself recover from depression, I discovered my personal mission: to positively impact the lives of others by enabling them to live their life to its fullest potential.

When we change our relation to our breath, we change our relation with ourselves. I believe that if we change our relation to ourselves, it allows us to step up in the world, have better relations with others, and with Mother Earth.