Just breathe!

The Power of Breathing and its Role in Tantric massage

Breathing is quite simple, isn’t it? But we often realise that this is not quite true. Although breathing happens automatically, we have often neglected the natural way of breathing consciously and deeply. Why is this important? Let’s take a look together!

What happens during breathing?

Breathing is essential for our body. It enables gas exchange: oxygen is absorbed from the air and transported to the cells. These cells convert the oxygen into energy and produce carbon dioxide as a waste product, which is returned to the blood. It is astonishing that most people breathe far too quickly – an average of 12 to 20 breaths per minute.

An interesting study shows that heart rate variability, which is a measure of parasympathetic nervous system activity, is highest at just six breaths per minute. This means that your nervous system is relaxed and balanced in this state.

The importance of diaphragmatic breathing

Most of us tend to breathe quickly and shallowly, often using only our chest. However, it would be more optimal to use diaphragmatic breathing, which utilises our full lung capacity. This type of breathing is not only natural, but also healthy. It is the breathing that we had as newborns and that animals also use in their natural form. In addition, diaphragmatic breathing reduces cortisol, the stress hormone, and increases the body’s antioxidant capacity.

Breathing exercises for everyday life

The good news is that we can find our way back to conscious breathing through simple breathing exercises. Take a few minutes every day to breathe deeply. Place one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach. Make sure that only the hand on your stomach moves when you breathe – the hand on your chest remains still.

A breathing exercise could look like this: Breathe in for five seconds and out for five seconds. This will help you achieve the target of six breaths per minute. Try to incorporate this exercise into your daily routine – perhaps directly after waking up or before lunch.

Breathing technique in tantric massage

In tantric massage, synchronised breathing can lead to a deeper connection and a feeling of oneness. Try to breathe in and out together. Use breathing to process emotions and sensations. If you come across a point during the massage that evokes strong feelings, breathe in and out deeply to integrate this experience.

If you reach a particularly pleasant or painful point, a short breathing pause can help you to process the sensations better and deepen the connection. Let your breathing flow naturally. Sounds such as sighing are not only natural, but can also be an expression of relaxation or pleasure.

The art of conscious breathing

By integrating these aspects of breathing into your tantric massage, you can deepen the experience and strengthen the connection to yourself and your partner. Pay attention to your breathing, let it flow naturally and experience the transformative power it can have on your wellbeing and intimacy.

Find your breathing ritual today and discover how simple yet meaningful breathing can be.