What if your breath could become your most powerful tool for healing stress, addiction, and emotional overwhelm? In this deeply insightful episode #222 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, host Rita Savoia sits down with author, researcher, and breathwork facilitator Kevin Connelly to explore how conscious breathing can transform the brain, nervous system, and long-term wellbeing. Kevin is an author and former anti-human trafficking advocate who spent 17 years leading transformational programs worldwide. After working in human trafficking prevention and training government agencies and private sector teams, he faced his own struggles with depression, anxiety, and addiction. His turning point came through breathwork, which became the foundation of his recovery and life’s work. Since then, he has guided 6,000+ people through breathwork experiences, trained over 100 instructors globally, published books, spoken at addiction conferences, and contributed to research on the effects of breathing on the brain and heart. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ How breathwork rapidly shifts your nervous system out of stress ✅ The science behind cravings, urges, and emotional regulation ✅ Why mouth breathing and chest breathing impact mental & physical health ✅ How breath stimulates the lymphatic system and boosts immunity ✅ Simple breathing techniques to manage anxiety, addiction, and overwhelm ✅ Why ancient cultures understood breath long before modern science This conversation beautifully blends science, lived experience, and practical tools, making it essential listening for anyone navigating stress, recovery, healing, or personal growth. If you’re curious about breathwork, nervous system regulation, or holistic healing, this episode is for you. 🙌🏽 Ensure you are following Kevin on www.reconnectbreath.com and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recnnect/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@reconnectbreath 🎧 Take a breath, press play, and come back into coherence. Watch the full podcast on my YouTube channel @rita-savoia https://youtu.be/aIbK3FxqkMY #Breathwork #StressHealing #AddictionRecovery #NervousSystemRegulation #SelfCareGoddessPodcast === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. RSVP ▸ Ebook – YOU GOT THIS – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ Healthy Breathing Course – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ Virtual Full Moon Breathwork – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ Free Resources: – Mental Health Shopping List – 9 Vital Breathing Techniques – Workplace Wellness Calendar Follow & Connect: Instagram | Rita Savoia | Breathwork Barista Facebook X TikTok YouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.
