Happy Healthy with Jess

Happy Healthy with Jess Jess is a breathwork expert & wellbeing coach specialising in helping people with anxiety, stress, sleep issues & respiratory conditions.

She’s also a yoga teacher, personal trainer & biomechanics coach. Join her app “The Happy Healthy Club”! CONTACT:
For more information and for any questions, contact Jess via any of her social media channels or contact via www.happyhealthywithjess.com/contact

22/04/2026

A lot of people expect breathwork or meditation to feel instantly calming… but that’s not always the case.

Depending on the technique (and your individual nervous system and experiences) it can feel activating, emotional or even uncomfortable. Faster breathing can boost energy and focus, but if you’re already anxious, it might feel like too much or just keep you in that constant activated state.

And if your body is used to constant movement and stimulation, slowing down can actually feel “unsafe” at first. That’s why stillness can bring up restlessness, anxiety, or the urge to quit altogether!

But this is the work ❤️❤️ Teaching your system that slow = safe is what supports better sleep, less reactivity and more resilience over time.

If you want A lot of people expect breathwork or meditation to feel instantly calming… but that’s not always the case.

Depending on the technique—and your nervous system—it can feel activating, emotional, or even uncomfortable. Faster breathing can boost energy and focus, but if you’re already anxious, it might feel like too much.

And if your body is used to constant movement and stimulation, slowing down can actually feel unsafe at first. That’s why stillness can bring up restlessness, anxiety, or the urge to quit altogether.

But this is the work. Teaching your system that slow = safe is what supports better sleep, less reactivity, and more resilience over time.

If you want grounding, guided sessions with me, you can try them free for 7 days inside my app, The Happy Healthy Club 🩷 Link in bio or drop me a DM and I’ll send you the link. A big birthday promo is coming up so get in quick!!

J ###x

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It’s The Happy Healthy Club’s 1st Birthday and to celebrate I’m leading a FREE class! 🥳When? 5th May 8.30pmWhat? Yin yog...
21/04/2026

It’s The Happy Healthy Club’s 1st Birthday and to celebrate I’m leading a FREE class! 🥳

When? 5th May 8.30pm
What? Yin yoga, relaxation & breathwork
Where? Zoom

To register and to get all of the info, click here: https://fun-acorn-56624.myflodesk.com/en3r7gf91q

There’s also going to be a HUGE announcement coming too so get yourself on the list to find out what it is.

Lots of love and see you there!

Jess 🩷✨

01/04/2026

Nobody really talks about what happens 20 minutes before you go on set to film, 5 minutes before you step on stage, or 30 seconds before someone says action… 🎬

Everyone talks about mindset. And yes, this has a huge part to play! Therapy can be an amazing intervention and see us work through blockages and change patterns too.

But what about IN THE MOMENT?

What about when:�– your heart is racing backstage�– your breathing feels off�– your mind goes blank�– you can’t wind down even after your gig is finished

What about when you need something that works right there and then as well as tools that impact your long-term physiology? (Seriously, this stuff is powerful)

The majority of performers don’t struggle because they’re not talented, they struggle because their nervous system is overloaded.

Long days, high pressure, constant visibility and very little time to properly switch off or recover.

I know this because I was that performer! I thought I had it all under control but underneath I was in constant alert mode and burnt out.
And I see it all the time in the people I now work with.

This is where the work is 👊🏻 Not just talking about it, not just understanding or empathising with it but having practical, in-the-moment tools that help you:�– regulate�– steady your breath
- Get you restorative rest�– avoid burnout
- feel calm under pressure�– and actually perform at your best

Because when the body feels safe and you know your own nervous system inside out, resilience builds and performance changes.

If you’re a performer (or you support one) and this resonates, follow me and drop me a comment or DM! 🤍
Jess x


The majority of performers and artists don’t struggle because they’re not talented or good at what they do.They struggle...
31/03/2026

The majority of performers and artists don’t struggle because they’re not talented or good at what they do.

They struggle because their nervous system is overloaded. And I was one of those people when I was a performer.

Long days, high pressure, constant visibility, tons of rejection and very little time to properly switch off or recover.

I know for me and for many of my clients this showed up as:
– feeling “wired” after performance and not able to wind down
– difficulty getting actual restful sleep
– shallow or disrupted breathing
– heightened nerves around performance
- inconsistent energy and focus

It’s not a lack of ability. And I wish I’d known that when I was performing day in and day out and sometimes questioning if I was worthy or good enough to continue.

It was a lack of regulation and a lack of proper recovery and space. And it’s happening to even the most elite of artists - pushing too hard, not knowing how to slow down and being continually expected to be at the top of their game.

When the mind and body feels safe and steady, performance changes.

When we find ways to access deep rest and regulation, performance changes. And so does outlook and positivity.

This is the work ❤️

If you’re a performer and this resonates or you manage performers and think they should understand more about this, drop me a DM and we can chat. And know someone who’s a performer? Tag them below and introduce them. I’d love to connect!

Jess ###

24/03/2026

Does this mean we shouldn’t do longer or more complex types of breathwork then? Heck no!! 😅

But the below study (bottom of caption) simply looked at many different breathing studies to find out what actually makes breathwork *effective* for reducing stress and anxiety 🔍

And what was revealed was:

Slower breathing (or mixed pace e.g. inhale 4 exhale 6) of at least 5 minutes, consistently (daily practices for example) are the most effective! It also showed that breathwork was more effective when GUIDED over solo practice.

It also showed that breathwork which was overly complicated, physically uncomfortable or poorly taught didn’t help and in some cases worsened stress/anxiety - which isn’t much of a surprise really is it…. 🥲

Love looking after yourself or want to start doing a daily practice of your own? Join my app! Link on my profile and you get 7 Days FREE! It’s honestly the most wonderful community in there and I’m so proud of it.

I also have a 5 Days to Better Breathing course inside the app which is a lovely place to start in your 7 day free trial 😍

Lots of love and let me know what you think. Do you like short practices? Do you prefer longer sessions? What’s working for you or not working for you at the moment? I’d love to hear.

Jess ###

STUDY 📚

Breathing Practices for Stress and Anxiety Reduction: Conceptual Framework of Implementation Guidelines Based on a Systematic Review of the Published Literature: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38137060/

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ABOUT ME: Qualified Yoga Instructor, Personal Trainer & Fitness Instructor. For any enquiries regarding Private Yoga Tuition, Group Yoga Classes and Personal Training please message me directly or via the email address below. If you train with me you'll be getting a genuinely passionate instructor who practices exactly what she preaches! I aim to inspire with my teaching and will work alongside you to achieve your goals. I will tailor your session to exactly what suits your goals and of course, your likes and dislikes. I offer a safe, encouraging and motivating environment whether that be one to one or in a group class. All levels of fitness, particularly beginners are welcome and I ensure everything is adaptable and accessible but still challenges. I also am passionate about sharing my own fitness and health journey so you can see the ups and downs of dedicated practice and how making small changes can lead to large improvements. For my full Health, Fitness & Yoga Journey follow me on Instagram- @musicaltheatreyogi CONTACT ME: For more information and any questions you may have, feel free to contact me through Facebook or my email account: jess_parkinson23@hotmail.com I hope to hear from you soon and thank you for liking and sharing my page! Namaste, Jess