The mental and physical benefits of healthy breathing

Life Examined

The mental and physical benefits of healthy breathing

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Published on Jul 10, 2021, 9:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:51:58

Episode Description

The average person takes about 25,000 breaths a day but the majority of us give little thought as to how the air actually goes in or goes out of our lungs. What have we misunderstood about the breath and how can healthy breathing habits help both our physical and mental well being? 

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KCRW's Life Examined is a one-hour weekly show exploring science, philosophy, faith — and finding meaning in the modern world. The show is hosted by Jonathan Bastian. Please tune in Sundays at 9 a.m., or find it as a podcast.