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Researchers shed light on how breathwork can induce altered states of consciousness  PsyPost Source link

Breathwork with music can unlock psychedelic-like brain states, reduce fear, and create powerful feelings of bliss and unity — all without drugs. Shutterstock Fast, music-driven breathwork was shown to induce psychedelic-like states, shifting brain blood flow and reducing negative emotions. Participants described feelings of unity, bliss, and euphoria, suggesting breathwork may offer a safe, natural alternative to psychedelics in mental …

Altered states of consciousness induced by breathwork accompanied by music  Hacker News Breathwork can induce altered states of consciousness linked with changes in brain blood flow  EurekAlert! The 20-minute exercise science says reduces stress – and you don’t even need to move  The Independent Breathwork creates psychedelic states without drugs  Earth.com Combining fast breathing with music can mimic hallucinogen-induced altered states of consciousness (ASC).  GIGAZINE …

Summary: New research shows that practicing breathwork while listening to music can induce profound altered states of consciousness similar to those caused by psychedelics. Using self-reports and brain imaging, scientists found that HVB both activated the body’s stress response and increased blood flow to emotion-processing regions like the amygdala and hippocampus. These changes correlated with bliss, emotional release, and unity, …