PREPARING FOR YOUR UPCOMING BREATHWORK SESSION

WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SESSION

Welcome, friend

I'm glad you're joining me.

One of the questions people sometimes have before breathwork is whether they're in the “right place” or prepared enough.

There really isn't a particular state you need to get yourself into.

You can arrive feeling clear, scattered, excited, tired, heavy, peaceful—or anything in between. There’s no need to force yourself into a certain mindset before we begin.

Come as you are. I'll guide you from there.

Below are a few simple things that can help you get comfortable and give yourself the space to fully experience the session.

Preparing for an Online Session

  • Headphones are recommended for a more immersive experience with the music and guidance.

  • Have a water bottle nearby.

  • Have Chapstick or lip balm handy if you tend to get dry lips during mouth breathing.

  • Create a space where you can comfortably lie down and have some privacy.

  • If other people will be nearby, you may want to let them know you'll be in a breathwork session. Breathwork can sometimes be expressive or bring surface emotion.

  • Put your phone and other devices on Do Not Disturb.

  • Consider avoiding a heavy meal for about 1–2 hours beforehand.

  • Wear something comfortable and non-constricting.

  • Keep a journal nearby for some light reflection after.

  • Or anything else that helps you settle in is welcome too.

Preparing for an In-Person Session

Please bring:

  • A yoga mat or something comfortable to lie on (that allows you to lie flat)

  • Water bottle

  • Comfortable clothing

  • A blanket or layer if you tend to get cold

Optional, but often nice to have:

  • Journal + pen

  • Chapstick or lip balm

  • Anything else that helps you feel comfortable lying down

Consider avoiding a heavy meal for about 1–2 hours before we begin.

Give Yourself a Little Space

If you can, leave yourself a little buffer before and after the session.

Even ten minutes beforehand to arrive and settle—and ten or fifteen afterward before jumping back into your day—can make the experience feel much less rushed.

I'd also encourage you not to come in trying to make something happen.

Sometimes breathwork feels peaceful. Sometimes it's energizing. Sometimes emotion comes up. Sometimes the body simply wants to rest.

There is no “correct” experience.

You can also slow down, change the breath, take a break, or stop whenever you need to. You are always in charge of your experience. I am simply your guide.

A Little About My Approach

I first found breathwork in 2023, and it quickly became one of the practices I returned to most when I wanted to reconnect with myself, shift my state, or become more present.

I began sharing breathwork with others in 2024 and completed my Somatic Breathwork Practitioner certification through SOMA+IQ™ in late 2025.

Since beginning this work, I've guided more than 100 breathwork experiences for groups, corporate teams, retreats, coaching communities, and meditation spaces. My approach is often described as warm and grounded. My aim is to create the space for you to return to what’s most authentic to you.

Today, Somatic Breathwork is one of my favorite ways to create space for release, exploration, and a return to our own authentic rhythm. I also use breathwork more simply—to prepare for things like sales calls, presentations, or important conversations.

I'm grateful to share it with you.

After Your Session

You’ll receive an aftercare note via email following the session with a few suggestions for integration and reflection.

When the time feels right, I’ll also invite you to share your experience in a follow-up email.

Your reflections help me continue learning and refining how I hold these experiences—and can be useful for you simply as a place to notice what came up.

Thank you for trusting me with some of your time and inner space.

See you soon,

Joey