Unlocking Inner Wisdom: The Power of Somatic Breathwork with Steven Jaggers

In this episode of Regarding Consciousness, host Jennifer K. Hill sits down with Steven Jaggers, a pioneering figure in somatic breathwork. Jen and Steven explore his transformative journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a global leader in breathwork and bodywork. The discussion touches on the ancient origins of breathwork, its role in self-regulation, and the profound impact it has on the mind-body connection, mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Jaggers explains essential concepts like the three-brain system and the importance of body safety in enhancing higher brain functions. Practical advice is shared for integrating these practices into daily life, fostering better decision-making and reducing reactivity. Additionally, the conversation highlights the importance of intuition and following one's 'full-body yeses' for personal and professional growth. In this interview with Steven, you'll discover: 01:56 Jaggers' Journey: From Addiction Psychology to Somatic Breathwork 04:27 Discovering the Power of Breathwork 05:38 The Evolution and Impact of Somatic Breathwork 08:02 Understanding Somatic Breathwork and Its Benefits 09:49 The Mind-Body Connection and Somatic Responses 11:44 Creating Space for New Patterns 12:13 Understanding the Three Brain System 13:03 The Body-Mind Connection 14:36 The Power of Flexibility 15:54 The Importance of Choice 17:25 Connecting with Somatic Breathwork 18:02 Following Intuitive Breadcrumbs 19:05 Final Thoughts and Reflections Resources mentioned: Somatic Breathwork website About the guest: YouTube Steven Jaggers is the founder of Somatic Breathwork™, a revolutionary new breathwork modality that helps people get out of their thinking mind and into their bodies. He has a background in teaching Kinesiology, Energetic Anatomy, and is a Neuromuscular Therapist. His love for human optimization and structural/intuitive movement is his passion. He hosts the Mind Body Mentor podcast which interviews some of the top experts in health and wellness today. When he’s not working, you can find him playing music, learning new instruments, and grounding himself outside in nature. OptiMatch Are you ready to stop struggling with high churn rates, decreased satisfaction, and financial losses due to poor matches in your business? See how the power of our SaaS algorithm delivers proven increases in satisfaction, higher retention rates, and increased revenue for businesses and marketplaces. OptiMatch is designed to be integrated into your existing recruitment process and used alongside your other tools. Our cutting-edge algorithms facilitate successful matches between employees and employers or customers and practitioners, resulting in proven increased satisfaction, effective sessions, higher retention rates, and increased revenue. Say goodbye to the friction, frustration, and inefficiency of poor matches, and hello to success with OptiMatch.