Conspire Health

09/20/2025

Struggling with Long COVID? You’re not alone. Our latest post and podcast with Joy Somatics explores how capnometry can help pave the way to symptom resolution. Find out more here: https://wix.to/g6uBw5R

If you're one of the millions dealing with Long COVID, you know the frustration. Your spirometry comes back normal, but you still can't catch your breath. Your doctor says your lungs look fine, but climbing stairs leaves you gasping. You're not imagining this, and you're not alone.What if I told you...

09/19/2025

What if understanding Long-COVID started with something as simple : and radical : as your breath? Today at 3:30pm CST, we’re getting real with Joy Somatics about the link between CO2 regulation and those stubborn post-viral symptoms. Why do some people recover while others stay stuck cycling through fatigue, brain fog, and “unexplained” symptoms? The answer, it turns out, is hiding in your exhale.

We’ll also pull back the curtain on early-pandemic research: Did you know capnometry was actually the most reliable way to diagnose and rehabilitate COVID infection and those lingering post-infection disorders? (Hint: it’s not just about the virus: it’s about how your breathing system adapts, or doesn’t, under pressure.)

Join the conversation, challenge what you’ve been told, and come away equipped to lead your own recovery : or help others do the same.

Set a reminder, bring your questions, and let’s go deeper – live at 3:30pm CST.
~ See you there!

Follow Joy Somatics for the live conversation and more insights: https://www.instagram.com/joysomatics/

09/19/2025

What if your Heart Rate Variability isn’t telling you the real story about your breathing?

HRV is popular: sure, it gives you a window into stress and recovery. But here’s the plain truth: it can’t tell you if your breathing is truly functional, or just habitually stuck on autopilot.

That’s why, at Conspire Health, we’re dropping the easy metrics and getting real with the body’s signals.

Our Functional Breathing Reset Course is designed to break down what’s *actually* happening in your breath: beyond the numbers. We’ll teach you to spot the patterns, decode the body’s cues, and, most importantly: reset maladaptive breathing habits so you build lasting resilience: physical, mental, the works.

Tired of one-size-fits-all data? Ready to reclaim control over the one thing you do 25,000+ times a day?

Experience the shift for yourself.

Sign up here: https://www.joysomatics.ca/functional-breathing-november-2025

09/18/2025

You're scrolling through your feed during lunch break and see another "life-changing" breathing technique that promises to cure anxiety in 3 minutes.

Seems harmless, right?

Here's what's actually happening: breathwork misinformation is flooding social media faster than we can fact-check it. And the hidden costs are stacking up.

That viral technique? It might trigger hyperventilation for someone with panic disorder. That "ancient wisdom"? Often stripped of context and safety protocols. That influencer's testimonial? Their first-hand accounts from the armchair are far more important than your actual physiology, apparently.

The real cost isn't just wasted time scrolling. It's people avoiding professional assessment when they need it most. It's developing breathing habits that work against their nervous system. It's the confusion when technique after technique fails to deliver promised results.

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Your breathing patterns are as unique as your fingerprint. They're shaped by your stress history, physical structure, and daily habits - not by whatever's trending this week.

That's why evidence-based assessment matters. That's why understanding YOUR breathing psychology matters.

Ready to cut through the noise and discover what your breathing patterns are actually telling you?

Visit conspirehealth.ca/self-assessment for a free breathing habit self-assessment and consult.

09/13/2025

Struggling with anxiety and fatigue? 🧠💤 Dive into our latest blog post, "Habit Hunters," where Lisa V Kusch shares insightful strategies to foster better habits and boost your wellness. Read more: https://wix.to/x63e37h

Picture this: You're sitting across from a client who's been through the medical wringer. Anxiety, chronic fatigue, sleep issues, digestive problems, brain fog. They've seen specialists, run tests, tried medications. Everything comes back "normal," yet they're still suffering.What if I told you the....

09/13/2025

Join us as we dive into our latest blog post, Habit Hunters! Discover insightful tips for managing anxiety, chronic fatigue, and getting better sleep. Read more at https://wix.to/CmaVmEN

Picture this: You're sitting across from a client who's been through the medical wringer. Anxiety, chronic fatigue, sleep issues, digestive problems, brain fog. They've seen specialists, run tests, tried medications. Everything comes back "normal," yet they're still suffering.What if I told you the....

09/12/2025

Forget everything you think you know about "good breathing."

Most people chase breathing techniques like they're collecting Pokemon cards. Inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8. Count this, time that, measure everything.

But here's what they're missing~

Resilient breathing isn't about perfect numbers or fancy patterns. It's about how your breath responds when life gets real.

When your boss drops a deadline bomb. When you're sprinting to catch the bus. When your kid has a meltdown in the grocery store.

That's when resilient breathing shows up.

It feels smooth. Adaptable. Ready.

It doesn't collapse under pressure or get stuck in your chest. It flows with you, supports you, keeps you grounded when everything else is chaos.

This isn't about mastering another technique. It's about developing the internal awareness to notice what's happening in your body and trusting your breath to adapt.

Your nervous system already knows how to breathe resiliently. You just need to get out of its way.

The question isn't whether you can follow a breathing pattern for 5 minutes on your couch.

The question is: Can your breath hold you when it matters most?

Visit conspirehealth.ca for a free breathing habit self-assessment and consult.

09/11/2025

Your fitness tracker just buzzed. Again.

Heart rate spike. Step goal missed. Sleep quality "poor." Stress level elevated.

But here's what your device can't tell you: Why your heart rate spiked (excitement? anxiety? that extra coffee?), what your body actually needs right now, or how to respond in real-time to restore balance.

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We're living in an age where we trust a piece of plastic on our wrist more than the sophisticated biological system that's kept humans alive for millennia.

Don't get me wrong - wearables can be fantastic launch pads. They wake us up to patterns we might miss. They motivate us to move. They're great teachers... for a while.

But here's the thing: Real resilience isn't found in your notification feed.

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Your body is constantly communicating. Subtle shifts in breathing rhythm. Changes in muscle tension. Energy fluctuations. Temperature variations. These aren't just random sensations - they're data. Rich, nuanced, real-time feedback that no algorithm can fully capture.

That's the difference between monitoring and mastering.
That's the difference between reacting and responding.
That's the difference between dependency and true self-regulation.

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At Conspire Health, we use technology as a stepping stone, not a crutch. We teach you to become fluent in your own body's language - to interpret those sensations and symptoms that matter most for your unique physiology.

Because when you can read your internal signals with confidence, you don't need a device to tell you when to breathe deeper, when to rest, or when to push forward.

You already know.

What signals is your body sending you right now? Can you feel them without checking a screen?

08/03/2025

A new study is looking at how breathing can help with stress and anxiety.
Adults who take part will do some short tasks and learn simple breathing exercises.

The study takes place over three visits. If you finish all the sessions, you can enter a draw to win an Apple iPad.

You can find more information and how to join in the poster.

08/01/2025

It’s today!

Better Breathing in poor air quality.

Let's 'CLEAR THE AIR'

Join me & for our first episode of 'FUN-ctional Breathing Fridays.

Over the next 6-8 weeks be talking about various topics from the 'BREATHING AS BEHAVIOUR' lens.

Today we are 'CUTTING THRU THE SMOkE' about what constitutes GOOD BREATHING and sharing tips for reducing symptoms during FOREST FIRE season here in Canada.

Joy (Winnipeg) & LV (Saskatoon) are both Certified in Breathing Behavior Analysis with The Professional School of Behavior Sciences.

A Registered Psychotherapist, LV brings decades of training & experience in Breathwork, Education, Midwifery, a Masters in Applied Breathing Science, and a playful approach to sharing her wisdom about the power of breath.

Tap the reminder to join us for a 30 min discussion.
☆What are your questions?? Comment below.

07/15/2025

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When a stressful event triggers difficulty breathing, you may feel an overwhelming sensation of air hunger—the desperate feeling that you can’t catch your breath or get enough air. This can be so intense that it feels like suffocation, sparking fear that you’re in danger or even dying. Over time, this sensation can become conditioned, meaning your brain starts associating it with fear or panic, even in less stressful situations.
As a result, you may begin avoiding anything that could trigger this feeling, such as exercise, deep breathing, or even moments of calm where a natural pause occurs at the end of a breath. You become hypervigilant, unconsciously trying to control your breathing to prevent air hunger from arising. This constant effort disrupts your natural breathing rhythm, reinforcing a cycle of dysfunctional breathing.
This cycle has profound effects on your life. You might avoid physical activities, social situations, or new experiences that could increase your breathing rate or trigger stress, leading to a progressively more restricted lifestyle. The hypervigilance and avoidance can make you feel trapped, anxious, and disconnected from the world. Over time, the persistent fear and sense of being “caged in” may contribute to feelings of depression, as your life feels smaller and less safe.
Dysfunctional breathing, driven by air hunger, creates a feedback loop: the fear of the sensation reinforces avoidance behaviors, which limit your ability to engage fully in life. Without intervention, these patterns can deepen, making it harder to reinterpret or manage the sensation, leaving you feeling stuck in a cycle of panic, avoidance, and emotional distress.
But there is hope. By addressing dysfunctional breathing and reframing the meaning of air hunger, you can break this cycle. Through techniques like breath retraining, mindfulness, or working with a professional, you can learn to tolerate and even embrace the sensation without fear. As you rebuild trust in your body’s natural rhythms, the grip of anxiety loosens, and your world expands. You can reclaim an active, connected, and fulfilling life, free from the limitations of air hunger.

07/15/2025

Think of the arrows as the breath changing....

When a stressful event triggers difficulty breathing, you may feel an overwhelming sensation of air hunger—the desperate feeling that you can’t catch your breath or get enough air. This can be so intense that it feels like suffocation, sparking fear that you’re in danger or even dying. Over time, this sensation can become conditioned, meaning your brain starts associating it with fear or panic, even in less stressful situations.
As a result, you may begin avoiding anything that could trigger this feeling, such as exercise, deep breathing, or even moments of calm where a natural pause occurs at the end of a breath. You become hypervigilant, unconsciously trying to control your breathing to prevent air hunger from arising. This constant effort disrupts your natural breathing rhythm, reinforcing a cycle of dysfunctional breathing.
This cycle has profound effects on your life. You might avoid physical activities, social situations, or new experiences that could increase your breathing rate or trigger stress, leading to a progressively more restricted lifestyle. The hypervigilance and avoidance can make you feel trapped, anxious, and disconnected from the world. Over time, the persistent fear and sense of being “caged in” may contribute to feelings of depression, as your life feels smaller and less safe.
Dysfunctional breathing, driven by air hunger, creates a feedback loop: the fear of the sensation reinforces avoidance behaviors, which limit your ability to engage fully in life. Without intervention, these patterns can deepen, making it harder to reinterpret or manage the sensation, leaving you feeling stuck in a cycle of panic, avoidance, and emotional distress.
But there is hope. By addressing dysfunctional breathing and reframing the meaning of air hunger, you can break this cycle. Through techniques like breath retraining, mindfulness, or working with a professional, you can learn to tolerate and even embrace the sensation without fear. As you rebuild trust in your body’s natural rhythms, the grip of anxiety loosens, and your world expands. You can reclaim an active, connected, and fulfilling life, free from the limitations of air hunger.