WHAT IS ALETHEIA BREATHWORK?

Aletheia Breathwork is an alternative healing modality utilizing
 conscious, connected breathing (CCB).

Aletheia breathwork can facilitate a deeper uncovering
of what may be holding you back, through somatic and emotional release
and over time re-train the body how to breathe the way nature intended - fully & freely.  

Conscious connected breathing facilitates shifts in our physiology that allow us to explore altered states of consciousness.
CCB allows deep awareness of self, others and nature, providing the groundwork for profound personal development.

​The addition of modalities including; sound, simple bodywork, affirmations and coaching
make this a gentle yet powerful psychotherapeutic healing modality.

"Aletheia" is a Greek word, meaning "truth" or "disclosure": “the state of not being hidden; the state of being evident.” ​

WHAT TO EXPECT IN AN ALETHEIA BREATHWORK SESSION:
You will learn a specific method of conscious connected breathing which can allow undigested or unintegrated emotions to be met, felt, expressed and integrated.  This may be a very internal experience, or 'sensational" (feeling sensations of warmth, coolness, tingling in the body, for example), memories may surface, or you may feel compelled to release emotion through vocal toning or moving and shaking the body.   Insights and experiences of 'oneness' can be evoked. As your facilitator, I hold space for you to undertake this process in your own unique way.  Each person, and each practice of breathwork is unique.  You may feel joy or sadness, bliss or union, or all of the above.  Either blissful or difficult feelings may arise to be processed.  When we practice with a willingness to open to whatever arises for us and remain dedicated to remaining present, and to the technique of breath, integration happens naturally, and we embody greater wholeness.

A music playlist is crafted for the sessions, which may be evocative.  I offer gentle acupressure-like touch to help bring attention to our unique breath patterns & areas of holding, and I also offer positive affirmations that can be both evocative & supportive.  I may also encourage the whole group to "tone" which helps open the breath and release energy.

It is common after a breathwork session for participants to feel lighter, more relaxed and present, freer to express themselves and more able to  access the well of creativity, joy & love that is the essence of our true nature.  Aletheia Breathwork is a form of mental-emotional hygiene, that keeps our 'energy body' clear of past clutter, so that we feel more aligned, present, and clear... essentially, more "ourselves". 

CHOOSING A GROUP OR INDIVIDUAL BREATHWORK SESSION:
Individual and group work greatly compliment each other.  The energy of the group can be very supportive and enlivening.  Individual work allows for more individualized attention.  In considering whether to join a group Breathwork session, or an individual session, please be aware that the room can at times be noisy in group sessions, as people may be verbally expressing emotion.  This can be freeing, as often people feel freer to express and release with others sharing the experience, and it can also be activating or triggering.  In a group session, music is generally played at a moderately loud volume to allow greater freedom of expression.  In an individual session this can be modified according to preference, and individual sessions help you gain more insight into your own particular breath patterns and areas to focus on during your group sessions..  

Group Aletheia Breathwork is done in a safe, confidential and intentional environment and utilizes the power of the group to effect deep, personal change. The individual work is ideal in deepening personal awareness, identifying core patterns and anchoring an open, healthy breath in the body over the long term. Ideally, both approaches are used to fully incorporate the power of this amazing tool, which can transform our lives.  

As we become familiar with the process over the course of a session, and increasingly, through repeated sessions, we are able to relax and trust the process more, releasing deeper emotional and mental beliefs and patterns.

As the word "Aletheia" reveals, we aren't creating a better version of ourselves, but releasing what obscures who we really are.  Our creativity, energy, and enthusiasm may be subdued as a result of  accumulated negative energy and emotion.  In our willingness to trust our breath and the life-force energy, there is the potential of release from what no longer serves us.  

​BENEFITS OF ALETHEIA BREATHWORK:
PHYSIOLOGICAL BENEFITS:
The deep, diaphragmatic breathing helps oxygen reach all the cells and organs,
aiding in detoxifying and cleansing the body.
Increased energy & improved circulation.
Greater relaxation through the release of muscular tension.
MENTAL & EMOTIONAL BENEFITS:
Deep rhythmic breathing helps us release repressed emotions, negativity and limiting beliefs.
SPIRITUAL BENEFITS:
Help us to be more connected with our body, our intuition, and our higher selves.
Helps us to access expanded states, and "our inner healer".
From this expanded state we can choose a more loving orientation based on knowing our true selves.
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FEEDBACK FROM PARTICIPANTS:

Aletheia Breathwork is potent medicine! I've now experienced both private and group sessions with Cedar Sorensen and she is a super skillful medicine woman. Her depth of support and space holding foster healing and deep journeying.
Highly recommended by me.   ~J.S.

Cedar, thank you for your skillful space-holding and graceful, caring presence, and for sharing this powerful work so masterfully! So grateful for the deep dive and the renewal and inspiration I feel!
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Feeling awed and renewed by my experience of breathwork with Cedar. Her grounded, graceful and caring presence and space-holding, combined with this powerful work allowed for a deep dive and embodiment of my intention. I wholeheartedly recommend this work to anyone!   ~ Kimberly Snider
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​Having participated in several of Cedar’s breathwork circles over the past year, I can say that Cedar holds space with graceful confidence.  That makes it easy for me to let go and connect with my body, my emotions, my spirit — through sacred breath.  Each session has been balm to my soul.  I always leave rejuvenated and at peace.
~ David B, 2023

Cedar - thank you so much for another amazing session yesterday - the breathwork was truly remarkable - I woke up feeling alive, soooo happy, and positive - like I was reborn!  Can I please sign up for the July 6 session as well? "
~ Per Sekhon

“Breathwork has helped me to develop a life practice that balances mind, body, and spirit so that I may enjoy the gifts of peace, love, and serenity that are available to us all.” – Peter Naitove

"Aletheia Transformational Breathwork is an opportunity to engage the incredibly clarifying power of your primary life force… breath. Through your own breath and willingness, you reveal your Self - a revealing that can have profound impact on your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well being."
                            - Trevor Yelich, Aletheia Breathwork Facilitator & Trainer

“Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.”
                                                                                                                                                    ~Thich Nhat Hanh

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Feel free to contact Cedar if you have any questions, or would like to talk about whether starting with
​a group or individual session is best for you.  

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