Online Class: The Art of Breathing

Embark on an odyssey to rediscover the art of breathing, merging ancient wisdom with modern techniques to reclaim your natural prowess, improve mental health, and elevate overall life quality. Through understanding and controlling breath, the course offers a gateway to harmony, enabling personal growth and positive influence on your surroundings.
Self-Paced, Online Class
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  • 12
    Lessons
  • 26
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 3
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.3
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Breathing: an involuntary act so vital, yet how often do we pause to truly understand its potential? The Art of Breathing delves deep into harnessing the full magnitude of this life-affirming act, transforming it into a tool that enhances every facet of our daily lives.

Most people, unknowingly, use merely a fraction of their breathing capacity. Our course aims to shed light on this innate powerhouse within you. We will journey through realms from traditional yoga and mindful meditation to techniques for peak performance and emotional equilibrium. Contrary to what one might assume, the art of breathing isn't something to be learnt anew; it's an art to be remembered.

Astonishingly, each of us entered this world as a maestro in this art. Life's twists and turns, stresses and strains, often lead us away from this inborn mastery. Physical, mental, and emotional patterns set in, making us forget our inherent breathing prowess. The Art of Breathing endeavors to reignite this innate skill, empowering you to retake command of your body, thoughts, and emotions. The magic doesn't end at self-transformation; your newfound equilibrium will radiate, becoming a beacon of positivity for those around you.

As you embark on this transformative odyssey, you'll experience a convergence of your current self with the version you've always aspired to be. This harmony, once achieved, holds the promise of an enduring, enriched existence.

Course Breakdown:

  1. Course Introduction: Setting the stage for a transformative journey.
  2. Breathing, The Physiology: Delve deep into the science behind every breath.
  3. Creating a Breathing Routine: Design rituals that harness the full power of breath.
  4. Controlling Your Breathing: Master techniques to govern your every inhalation and exhalation.
  5. Breathing and Emotional Health: Discover the symbiosis between balanced breathing and mental harmony.
  6. Basics of Breathing and Meditation: Meld mindfulness with breath for unparalleled tranquility.
  7. Basics of Breathing and Yoga: Explore the ancient discipline where movement marries breath.
  8. Performance Breathing: Techniques to ensure peak physical and mental performance.
  9. Giving Voice to Your Breathing: Integrate breath control into vocal expression.
  10. Avoiding & Eradicating Bad Habits: Identify and transform detrimental breathing patterns.
  11. A Philosophical Look: Contemplate breath's deeper implications in the grand tapestry of life.
  12. Some Exercises: Practical exercises to refine and perfect your breathing mastery.

Join us on this odyssey, reclaiming an art that's been yours since birth. Breathe deep, live fully.

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Lesson 1. Unlocking Inner Peace Through the Power of Breath

This course invites you to reclaim the art of breathing, offering practical insights rather than mystical quick fixes, to elevate your mental and physical health. Understanding the complexities behind each breath helps bridge the gap between body, mind, and spirit, fostering a more connected and intentional living experience. 25 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-WorkSheet-19381.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: An Introduction
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam

Lesson 2. Breath: The Marvel of Life

The physiological marvel of breath goes beyond sustaining life, acting as a critical channel for emotional expression and effective communication. Mastering breathing techniques can lead to improved mental acuity, emotional stability, and overall wellness, forming a foundation for personal and professional success. 29 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-HomeWork-19383.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 2 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 : Breathing, The physiology (Or How it Works)
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam

Lesson 3. Harnessing the Breath: Pathways to Tranquility and Empowerment

Science supports the ancient wisdom that structured, focused breathing has health benefits, such as activating the parasympathetic nervous system and boosting emotional resilience. Mindful breathing is increasingly recognized for managing stress, chronic pain, and even as therapeutic support in clinical settings, making it a vital complement to medical care. 24 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-HomeWork-19385.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 : Creating a Breathing Routine
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam

Lesson 4. The Power of Conscious Breathing

Controlling your breath connects you to your mind, emotions, and body, offering a path to tranquility and poise amid life's challenges. By embracing breathing exercises, you cultivate inner balance, enhance focus, and are empowered to live an authentic life resonant with personal desires. 25 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-Activity-19387.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 4 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 : Controlling your Breathing
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam

Lesson 5. Breathe to Thrive: Emotional Balance Unlocked

The art of breathing embodies a paradoxical nature: an involuntary yet deliberate action, reflecting and influencing emotional states when harnessed consciously. By introspectively observing breath, people gain insight into their emotions, using this awareness to foster clarity, balance, and self-expression. 11 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-HomeWork-19389.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 5 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 : Breathing and Emotional Health

Lesson 6. Mastering the Art of Breath & Meditation

Breathing and meditation are intricately linked practices that together enhance mental clarity and emotional balance. By focusing on controlled breathing, meditation becomes more effective, allowing individuals to explore deeper realms of self-awareness. 16 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-StudyGuide-19390.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 6 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 : The Basics of Breathing and Meditation
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam

Lesson 7. Exploring the Breathing Techniques of Yoga and Meditation

Meditative breathing emphasizes natural cycles of inhalation and exhalation to foster mindfulness, using practices like anapanasati and zazen to focus thoughts. Conversely, yoga integrates dynamic breathing with movement, aligning breath with poses such as warrior or tree posture to create a rhythmic synergy. 9 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-StudyGuide-19392.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 : The Basics of Breathing and Yoga

Lesson 8. Breathe to Succeed: Mastering Performance Breathing for Optimal Results

Mastering performance breathing enables individuals to optimize physical and mental activities by controlling breath, thus enhancing focus and reducing anxiety in diverse fields like sports, theater, and public speaking. Visualization and mental rehearsal further prepare individuals by simulating real-world scenarios, enhancing skills through mindfulness to achieve excellence. 24 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-WorkSheet-19393.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 : Performance Breathing
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam

Lesson 9. Discovering the Synergy Between Breath and Voice

Our breath, often unnoticed, is essential for effective communication, influencing both the mechanics and emotions in our speech. Mastery over breath control not only clarifies our words but also empowers us to communicate with purpose and confidence. 29 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-WorkSheet-19395.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 : Giving Voice to Your Breathing
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam

Lesson 10. The Influence of Habits on Breathing: A Profound Connection

Children exemplify natural movement without the burden of ingrained habits, offering insights into our original balanced states. With awareness, we can relearn healthier patterns, transforming our breathing and overall wellness. 22 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-StudyGuide-19397.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 : Avoiding (and getting rid of) Bad Habits
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam

Lesson 11. Elevating Everyday Life Through Conscious Breath

Mindful breath control grants clarity, aligning actions with true self and fostering positive interactions. Through conscious breathing, we shift from reactive tendencies to intentional living, enhancing our relational dynamics. 3 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-HomeWork-19399.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam

Lesson 12. Revitalize Your Life with Warm-Up Routines

For harmonious living, integrate a flow of exercises emphasizing balance and wellness, transforming the ordinary into extraordinary through synchronized mind and body efforts. Like a potter shaping clay, nurture your body and mind systematically to build resilience and flexibility, crafting a life masterpiece. 5 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-WorkSheet-19401.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: What do you think about this course?; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam
222
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Develop a personalized breathing routine to enhance focus and emotional resilience by identifying ineffective patterns and implementing intentional breathing exercises.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the physiological processes involved in breathing and their impact on physical and emotional states.
  • Define the physiological process of breathing, illustrating the roles of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles in respiration.
  • Demonstrate controlled breathing techniques, such as diaphragmatic and box breathing, to improve emotional regulation and stress reduction.
  • Evaluate personal progress in emotional regulation through self-assessment and reflection, focusing on improvements in managing anger and anxiety after establishing a breathing routine.
  • Identify the physiological effects of regulated breathing on stress reduction by demonstrating awareness of changes in heart rate and blood pressure.
  • Demonstrate the ability to utilize a chosen breathing exercise to effectively manage stress or enhance concentration in a real-world scenario.
  • Recognize and describe three controlled breathing techniques and their specific benefits for mental and physical well-being.
  • Demonstrate the ability to incorporate mindfulness breathing exercises into daily routines to enhance emotional resilience and cognitive function.
  • Recognize the influence of controlled breathing on emotional regulation by practicing intentional breath techniques to align emotions with your authentic self.
  • Define the relationship between controlled breathing and meditation and describe how they complement each other in enhancing mental clarity and emotional balance.
  • Demonstrate the ability to focus on a singular point of interest for an extended period, utilizing controlled breathing techniques to maintain concentration and calmness during a meditation session.
  • Recognize and describe the differences between meditative and yoga breathing techniques, focusing on their respective roles in promoting mental clarity and physical alignment.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: The Art of Breathing
Course Number: 8900107
Lessons Rating: 4.5 / 5 Stars (3,132 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: With online access available nationwide, this course reaches all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Additionally, it’s open to learners in English-speaking countries such as the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: January 2024
CEU Value: 0.3 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Syllabus: View Syllabus

Student Testimonials

  • "Thank you for making this course available. I learned a lot about breathing and the how breathing is so connected to our health. Learning to focus on my breathing has brought me closer to the heaven within. Thank you again." -- Donald E.
  • "The course material was straightforward and even though I have done a lot of work with breathing, there was information here that was new to me. The instructor was very motivational and the whole experience motivated me to make some changes." -- Shannon M.
  • "The instructor was responsive, informative, and available. The self-paced learning permitted question and clarification without pressure." -- Mary S.
  • "The instructor was very helpful and able to assist with my questions." -- Julianna S.
  • "A great course that I am delighted I undertook, thanks again." -- Eveleen R.
  • "Eston was a great instructor. I would love to take more classes with him." -- Lynn B.
  • "I have only good things to say." -- Gloria M.
  • "I seriously enjoyed the learning in this program." -- Gwendolyn H.
  • "It was probably the best option for a first class I could have taken." -- Jamis L.

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