Release • Regulate • Relax • Sleep
My approach to wellbeing was shaped by:
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Lived experience of PTSD, chronic fatigue, and profound grief
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Three brothers lost to lung cancer which created a grá (love) for breath
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Two decades of professional wellbeing practice
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Nature-based philosophy of Manchán Magan and John Moriarty
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Playing with breath and colour, mark making, and ink, without purpose
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Working with U.S. Psychiatrists/breath researchers, Gerbarg & Brown
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Extensive training with Dan Brulee, Tony Robbins personal breath coach
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My 4 Simple Steps
(may vary according to specific group needs)
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1. Release
Shed tension through effortless, enjoyable qigong-based movement with breath (nature-themed)
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2. Regulate
Shift effortlessly from stress and overwhelm into feeling safe and coherent, using breath
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3. Relax
Drop into deep rest with nature-themed Yoga Nidra. Dozing may be a side effect!
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4. Reset
Lose track of time exploring colour and breath. This is a process of play, not about production.
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Re-emerge grounded, rested, restored, with simple practical tools for sustainable wellbeing.
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Why This Works
Research in cognitive science shows that true rest is where healing, creativity, and emotional processing happen.
This experience is:
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Evidence-based and designed to reduce stress
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Rooted in nervous system regulation and coherence
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Inspired by nature and natural rhythms
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Grounded in lived experience and ancient wisdom
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Suitable for complete beginners
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Gentle, effortless, deeply restorative and fun
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An opportunity to play with colour – a vital tool for wellbeing and resilience
Stephen McHale, Derval Dunford, Sharon Shannon and Freda Hatton at the opening of Derval's breath-based Land and Language - Talamh agus Teanga exhibition, Town Hall Theatre, Westport, Co Mayo, July 2022
