Why Breathwork Journeys?

Principles of NeuroDynamic Breathwork

These Journeys rest on three foundational principles that will support you during the session:

1. Projection 101

In everyday life, we often mistake an external event for the cause of our internal states and emotions. But this is never truly the case. For example, if someone cuts us off in traffic, some of us may get angry while others may not be bothered at all. This reveals that the real fuel for that anger is what the external event triggers from our past and the story we create around what happened. In this type of breathwork, we work with this insight by taking it vertical: instead of projecting the cause of our emotions outward, we stay with the feeling and allow it to express itself as fully as possible as it arises in the body. Doing this with curiosity and openness and without judgment can lead to deeper transformation.

For example, during the Journey, if a piece of music bothers you or an external disturbance triggers irritation, that’s part of the process. Instead of judging or suppressing the emotion, allow it to move through you. Emotions are messengers. They can often mark the doorway into deeper release.

2. The Body Wants to Heal

Just as a cut heals without you thinking about it, your psyche also moves toward integration and wholeness if given the space. In breathwork, your job isn’t to fix or figure anything out. It’s simply to breathe and allow.

When the analytical mind steps aside, your inner wisdom can bring to the surface whatever is ready to be released. What needs attention will often arise on its own, guided by your body’s timing rather than the agenda of the everyday ego mind.

This is a practice of trusting yourself and allowing your experience to unfold.

3. The Only Way Out Is Through

Many of us have suppressed emotional energy over time. This session is a chance to let some of that go. If intense feelings arise, allow them. Let the emotion be as big as it needs to be.

There is no such thing as a “bad” experience in breathwork. Difficult or uncomfortable moments often carry the most potential for growth. Stay open. Stay curious. Stay with your breath.

A breathwork coach helps you build skill with your breath and apply it where it matters most. Coaching can include:



• Techniques for calm before a presentation or high-stakes conversation
  
  
• Daily breathing practices to regulate energy and prevent burnout
  
  
• Breathing exercises that build clarity, focus, and adaptability over time
  
  
• Guided sessions for deeper release and renewal
  
  
• Integration support so insights translate into sustainable change
  
  

Working with a breathwork coach is especially valuable if you’re new to breathwork, want accountability, or need clear guidance to connect breathwork with your real goals.

The Role of Music in Your Journey

In a Centerline Breath Journey, music is more than background. It is a co-facilitator of the process.

The music sets used in each session are carefully curated to support the breath and open access to expanded states of awareness. Music can help bypass the analytical mind, stir emotion, amplify movement, or carry you into deep stillness.

Each track is selected not for entertainment, but for energetic resonance to serve your process moment by moment. The music becomes part of your internal landscape, helping you navigate the unfolding terrain.

You may find yourself reacting strongly to certain sounds or rhythms. That’s not a distraction. It’s the Journey working on you. Let the music move you. Let it evoke whatever wants to rise. The music shapes the emotional field of the Journey, often bringing forward what words or breath alone might not access.

Two Common Fears and How to Work with Them

It’s completely normal to feel some hesitation before your first session. Most participants carry one (or both) of these fears:

1. “What if too much happens?”

Your inner wisdom will only bring forward what you’re ready to process. That said, breathwork Journeys can stir strong emotions. You might cry, shake, feel waves of energy, or be surprised by what surfaces.

We generally suggest staying with your breath and allowing the intensity to move through. As stated above, when in doubt, amplify, but if you ever feel unsafe, you can always message the facilitator directly in the Zoom chat if you need support. 

Also, remember that you are always in charge of your pace. If anything ever feels overwhelming, slow your breath to a natural rhythm. This will ground you and bring you back to your baseline quickly.

2. “What if nothing happens?”

If you find yourself stuck in your head, aware of your room, or thinking “this isn’t working,” you’re not alone. Many people experience this at first.

Instead of trying to force something to happen, breathe into and amplify whatever is there, even if it’s boredom, frustration, or skepticism. Let that be big. Often, the breakthrough is on the other side of that exact emotion.

And if you feel called to make sound, do it. Moaning, sighing, humming, or even yelling into a pillow can help drop you deeper into your body and out of your head.

The breath will take you there, if you let it.

How to Prepare for Your Online Session

Creating the right container matters. The more intentional your setup, the deeper you’ll likely be able to go.

Here’s how to prepare your space, body, and tech for your Centerline Breath Journey:

Your Physical Space

• Choose a quiet, private room where you won’t be disturbed.
  
  
• Turn off notifications on your phone, computer, or smartwatch.
  
  
• Consider placing a Do Not Disturb sign on your door if others are home.
  
  
• Make sure the area around you is clear of sharp corners or furniture, especially around your head and arms, in case of movement during the session.
  
  
• You may choose to lie on a yoga mat, couch, or bed, or sit upright in a comfortable chair. Both are valid, but we recommend that you do not stand during the experience.

Audio Setup + Technology Tips

• Over-the-ear headphones are ideal for immersive sound.
  
  
• Wired earbuds are a good second option.
  
  
• External speakers can work if they’re high-quality and you won’t disturb others.
  
  
• If using a mobile device, install the Zoom app in advance and use headphones.
  
  
• Make sure your device is fully charged or plugged in.
  
  
• Use the strongest internet connection available. Hardwired is best, Wi-Fi is good, mobile-only may be unreliable.
  
  
• Close out of unnecessary tabs, apps, or programs to avoid distractions or bandwidth issues.

What to Have Nearby

• A blindfold or eye mask (recommended for depth)
  
  
• Water bottle
  
  
• Blanket
  
  
• Tissues
  
  
• A pillow (great for yelling or making noise if needed for sound release or for something to hug)
  
  
• A small cup, container, or bag (in case you need to spit or clear your throat)

Before You Breathe

• Avoid large meals at least 60–90 minutes before the session. A full stomach can pull your energy toward digestion and away from your inner process.
  
  
• Use the restroom before we begin.
  
  
• Consider turning the lights down or using soft lighting.

Session Flow

The structure of the session will look like this:

• Opening Talk (20-30 minutes):
  We’ll explain the philosophy and practice of the breath, including reminders about safety and technique.

• Breathwork Journey (about 1 hour):
  You’ll lie down or sit comfortably and begin breathing to music. Your eyes will be closed or covered. Your job is simply to keep breathing and stay with the experience.

• Optional Group Sharing (15-20 minutes):
  After the session, there will be time for participants to share their experience in the Zoom chat or by unmuting. Sharing is optional. Listening is welcome, too. A facilitator will stay on the call long enough to answer whatever questions people have about their experiences.
  

The Breathing Technique

At the heart of your Centerline Breath Journey is a simple but powerful tool: diaphragmatic circular breathing. We’ll discuss this at the beginning of the session, but here’s what you need to know ahead of time.

There is no single “correct” way to breathe, but these principles will help you drop into the process more quickly and stay engaged:

How to Breathe

1. Start with mouth breathing. 
   Inhale and exhale through your mouth. This moves air more quickly and signals the body that it’s safe to release. (You can switch to nose breathing if your throat becomes dry or if mouth breathing feels uncomfortable.)
   
   
2. Use your diaphragm.
   Breathe deeply into your belly so it expands on the inhale and contracts on the exhale. Normally in life we breathe in a very shallow manner where only our chest moves so this will be a very different breathing technique than your normal everyday breath.
   
   
3. Breathe faster than normal.
   Think of it as energized, not frantic. You’re moving more air than in your everyday breath, but in a relaxed state.
   
   
4. Keep the breath circular.
   Don’t pause at the top or bottom. Let each inhale roll into the next exhale like a flowing wave.
   
   
   

What It Might Feel Like

• At first, the breath may feel awkward or mechanical. That’s normal.
  
  
• After 10–15 minutes, most people find their body takes over. Let it.
  
  
• If thoughts come in, such as “Am I doing this right?” or “When will the music end?”, that’s a sign your thinking mind is waking back up. Simply return to the breath.
  
  

As long as you’re moving more oxygen than normal and staying connected to your body, you’re doing it right.

This is a process of allowing, not a performance. Your only job is to show up, trust your breath, and let your body do what it wants to do.

Our Agreements

To ensure safety, integrity, and mutual respect during this shared experience, we ask that all participants agree to the following:



• Confidentiality is essential.
  Do not share or discuss another participant’s experience verbally, online, or otherwise in any way that could identify them.
  
  
• No recording.
  Please do not audio or video record any portion of the session.
  
  
• Self-responsibility.
  You agree to listen to your body, stay present with your experience, and take care of yourself during and after the session.
  
  

Integration: What Happens After the Journey

Your session may feel intense, gentle, surprising, quiet, or anything in between. Regardless of how it looked, what follows matters just as much as what happens in the session itself.

At The Infinite Center, we hold that integration is where insight becomes lived experience.

Post-Session Support

After the breathwork Journey, we’ll stay on Zoom for optional group sharing mentioned above. You can:

• Share what arose (via chat or voice)
  
  
• Listen quietly while others reflect
  
  
• Ask questions about what you experienced
  
  

Whether you speak or not, your presence contributes to the container.

Personal Integration Tips

Here are some ways to care for yourself in the hours and days after your session:

• Be gentle with yourself.
  Give yourself space. Avoid jumping into high-demand tasks or intense social interactions immediately after the session.
  
  
• Let your experience settle.
  You may still be in an expanded state. Avoid making major decisions right away. Clarity will often come more fully after a night of rest.
  
  
• Stay hydrated.
  Drink plenty of water to help your body move and release what was stirred.
  
  
• Move intuitively.
  Gentle stretching, a walk, or freeform movement can support integration.
  
  

Express what you felt.
Journaling, art, music, or even talking with a trusted friend can help anchor your experience. If something difficult came up, know that’s part of the process. Reach out to us if you need support.

Contraindications & Medical Precautions

Please do not participate in this session if any of the following apply:

• Pregnancy
  
  
• Epilepsy
  
  
• Detached retina or glaucoma
  
  
• Uncontrolled high blood pressure
  
  
• Cardiovascular disease or prior heart attack
  
  
• Diagnosed bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or manic disorder
  
  
• Stroke, TIA, seizure, or other serious neurological conditions
  
  
• History of aneurysms in your immediate family
  
  
• Use of prescription blood thinners (e.g., Coumadin)
  
  
• Hospitalization for psychiatric reasons or emotional crisis within the last 10 years
  
  
• Severe osteoporosis or unhealed physical injuries that could be aggravated by intense movement
  
  

Note: If you have asthma, you are welcome to join, but please keep your inhaler nearby just in case.

Continued Support with The Infinite Center

Breathwork is a powerful tool, but it becomes truly transformative when practiced regularly and paired with reflection, coaching, and community. After your session, we invite you to explore other offerings from The Infinite Center:

• The Infinite Reset: A 30-day guided reset designed to help you interrupt stress patterns and build a breath-based foundation for clarity, presence, and personal leadership.
  
  
• 1:1 Coaching & Integration Sessions: Personalized support to deepen what emerged in your breathwork journey and apply it to your real life, work, and relationships.
  
  
• Ongoing Centerline Breath Journeys: Join us for regular breathwork experiences, both online and in-person, to continue building the neural connections to your inner wisdom.
  
  

You’re not meant to do this alone. We’re here to walk with you.

Final Words

You’ve taken an important step by showing up for this session. Whatever unfolds, big or small, is part of your journey back to your center.

We’re honored to hold this space with you.

Try our Breathwork Retreats

Every breath is an opportunity to shift. From the quick resets of Tools, to the steady foundation of Practices, to the deep release of Journeys, breathwork gives you a direct way to regulate your nervous system, expand your capacity, and reconnect with purpose.

That’s why we consider breathwork the foundation of our work—it’s accessible, powerful, and transformative at every level.