BREATHE & BECOME | COACHING GROUP

BREATHE & BECOME [ COACHING GROUP ]

MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION 
EVERY TUESDAY - 7:00 Pm to 8:30 Pm

LOCATION: Dervish Holistic Shop 50 Cornmarket St, Centre, Cork, T12 X276

A COMMUNITY JOURNEY OUT OF THE FIGHT/ FLIGHT/ FREEZE INTO A NOURISHED NERVOUS SYSTEM

I designed this program as an efficient, effective blend of ancient wellness disciplines like breathwork, embodiment, mindfulness, and contemporary anatomy and neuroscience-based techniques breathing techniques to help you connect with your body for emotional and tension release, to heal, reconnect and integrate body, mind & soul, and help you feel your best in life.

If you're seeking greater resilience, improved mental clarity, inner calm, and improved health, it's time to prioritise self-care and reconnect with your body wisdom, the inner healer. Understanding our autonomic nervous system, how we react in life, and our stress response is a big step towards a more connected life. Unfortunately, the demands of modern life and disconnection from the natural world and literally from ourselves often leave us with overtaxed nervous systems, leading to a range of symptoms like chronic stress, brain fog, hormonal imbalances, neck and jaw pain, digestive problems, sleep disturbances, weakened immunity, and more.

Together, as a community, we'll breathe, connect, heal, laugh, cry, scream, share our gifts and grief, and rise from shadows into the light.

A sensory and Immersive healing circle with:

• BREATHWORK & EMBODIMENT
• NERVOUS SYSTEM CO-REGULATION 
• COMPASSIONATE SOMATIC AWARENESS & EXPLORATION
• TRANSFORMATION COACHING
• ECSTATIC MOVEMENT
• HEALING, CONNECTION, SUPPORT & BELONGING

SESSIONS HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• Relieving Anxiety and Stress,
• Release tension and difficult emotions,
• Grief and trauma release,
• Addictions,
• Headaches,
• Brain Fog,
• Menopause,
• Hormonal Imbalances,
• Digestive Issues,
• Neck and Jaw Pain,
• Heal, Connect and Integrate Body, Mind & Soul...

The Power of Breath and Body Connection

Breath is more than just a vital life force; it is a bridge between the conscious and unconscious mind. When we breathe deeply and intentionally, we activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which helps to calm the mind and relax the body. This process allows us to access repressed emotions and memories, bringing them to the surface where they can be acknowledged and released.

With each inhale and exhale, we shed layers of tension, unlocking our inner power. This can be a cathartic release, a significant step towards reclaiming our voice and reconnecting with our authentic selves. Whatever emotions arise, allow them, observe them, and let yourself release them without judgment. On the other side lies healing. Trust in your body's wisdom and in your heart, knowing that we all have an inner healer within us.

Compassionate Somatic Awareness & Exploration

In our fast-paced world, we often disconnect from our bodies, suppressing emotions and sensations that are too overwhelming or uncomfortable to process. However, our bodies hold deep wisdom—every tension, every sensation, every subtle shift is a message waiting to be heard. Compassionate Somatic Awareness & Exploration invites us to slow down, tune in, and cultivate a loving relationship with our inner world.

By bringing gentle, non-judgmental awareness to our bodily sensations, we open the door to profound healing. Repressed emotions—whether fear, grief, or joy—are stored in the body, shaping how we experience life. Through self-exploration, we can learn to recognize, release, and integrate these emotions, fostering greater resilience, emotional balance, and self-understanding.

Reconnecting with our body’s wisdom is an act of deep self-compassion. It allows us to break free from patterns of avoidance and numbness, replacing them with presence, curiosity, and acceptance. As we listen to our body's subtle cues, we gain insight into our true needs, unlocking a more authentic, embodied way of being.

This journey is not about fixing ourselves—it’s about reclaiming what has always been within us: the capacity to feel, to heal, and to be fully alive. Through breath, movement, and mindful awareness, we cultivate a sense of safety, trust, and harmony within ourselves, creating space for true transformation.

Transformation Coaching

Transformation coaching harnesses the power of the triad—Physiology, Language, and Focus—to help you self-regulate your state and create lasting change from within - FUELED BY YOUR CONSCIOUS BREATH.

Physiology:
Our bodies are the foundation of our inner experience. How you move, breathe, and hold yourself profoundly impacts your emotional and mental state. Through mindful movement, posture adjustments, and breathwork, transformation coaching teaches you how to shift your physical state, calming stress and fostering resilience. When you tune into your body's signals and consciously adjust your physiology, you can directly influence your overall sense of well-being.

Language:
The words we choose shape our internal dialogue and perception of reality. By reframing negative self-talk and adopting empowering, compassionate language, you create a nurturing inner narrative that supports growth. In coaching, you'll learn techniques to shift your inner dialogue, transforming limiting beliefs into affirmations that reinforce your strength and potential.

Focus:
Where your attention goes, energy flows. Cultivating a focused, intentional mindset allows you to direct your energy toward what truly matters. With practices like mindfulness and guided visualisation, you learn to navigate away from distractions and negative thought patterns, anchoring your focus on positivity, clarity, and possibility.

By integrating these three elements—physiology, language, and focus—you gain the tools to self-regulate your state. This holistic approach empowers you to shift from reactive patterns to proactive, empowered living, ensuring that you remain balanced, resilient, and open to transformation, no matter what challenges arise.

Come home to your body. Honour its wisdom. Awaken to the fullness of your being.

You will find in this journey:

• Safe Space
• Guided Breathing Techniques
• Emotional Release
• Integration and Healing

Surrendering to a Power greater than helps us become empowered.
We become empowered in a new, better, more effective way than we believed possible. Doors open. Windows open. Possibilities occur. Our energy becomes channelled, at last, in areas and ways that work for us. We become in tune with the Plan for our life and our place in the Universe

It’s an invitation to express yourself fully and authentically and to engage deeply with all aspects of your life, even when you face of challenges.

You will experience connection, confrontation, openness, community, support and deep healing through this journey. You’ll have the space to embrace the full spectrum of your humanity without shame or hiding, and you’ll reconnect with your primal and elemental nature, the truth of who you really are beyond all the conditioning we all face.

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BREATH AND BECOME FOUNDATIONAL RULES - Finding safety and trust (safety doesn’t happen in your Head – but in your nervous system) in a container (Personal session or Group).

• Speak from the Heart
• Listen from the Heart
• Treat each other with kindness and respect.
• Hold the space, listen, honour, and support each other's unique ways of being.
• We’re not here to “fix” anyone.
• Be spontaneous and expressive in a comfortable way.
• When someone shares something vulnerable, we listen in self-reflection.
• What happens in the group stays in the group.

FOR SAFETY PURPOSES, READ THE FOLLOWING:
Terms and Conditions for Body & Soul Integration Classes

By attending these classes, workshops, or sessions, you agree to the following terms:

1. Non-Refundable Tickets:
   • All ticket purchases are non-refundable unless the class is cancelled.
   • You may, however, change your class dates subject to availability and with a minimum of 24h notice.
2. Health and Safety Disclaimer:
   • These sessions are designed to enhance sleep, vitality, alleviate trauma, stress, and anxiety, and improve clarity and intuition.
   • Important: Please consult your doctor before participating if you have any of the following conditions:
     • High or low blood pressure that is out of control
     • Heart conditions or arrhythmia
     • Pre-existing lung conditions
     • Epilepsy
     • Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or other psychotic episodes
     • Unstable pregnancy
     • Untreated or severe PTSD
     • Detached retina or glaucoma
     • History of strokes or seizures
     • Recent major surgery
3. Medical and Psychological Advice:
   • This practice is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.
   • By participating, you agree to take personal responsibility for your experience.
4. Liability:
   • While these sessions generally promote feelings of clarity, calm, and connection, participants may encounter challenges.
   • I cannot be held liable for any mental, physical, or emotional difficulties arising from these sessions.
5. Acceptance:
   • By registering and attending, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.

Thank you for your understanding and commitment to your transformation journey.
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Accept yourself
Love yourself
Be yourself

Luis Carvalho

Transformation Coaching,
Somatic Breathwork,
Power & Yin Yoga

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