Soul Uplift Breathwork

06/03/2026

Hoy at Sin Fronteras! Marking the upcoming International Women's Day, today I'll be sharing with immigrant women from all over the world a self-care activity where we will learn simple but powerful breathing techniques to strengthen the mind and body, and manage stress in difficult times.

The intersectional journey of being an immigrant and woman is one embedded with numerous challenges and opportunities.

While our reasons for migrating and level of privilege have a huge impact in this experience, the need for care and support is universal.

Care from our communities, care from beautiful organizations like Sin Fronteras, and the inner care we can learn to give ourselves.

Porque encontrarnos también es una forma de resistencia y porque juntas somos más fuertes 💜

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12/02/2026

These powerful words embody Soul Uplift's values and approach: THIS is how we use Breathwork as a tool for resistance, making us sharper, clearer, and more impactful. Stronger in love & lucha.

I am proud to have had this brilliant Breathwork instructor, fierce survivor advocate, and all around amazing human Jana McKinley as my teacher. Read her powerful words below:

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"Just breathe.
Cute advice. Also wildly unhelpful… if that’s where it stops.
Because in this level of chaos
political noise, global stress, personal pressure, nervous systems running on fumes
breathing isn’t automatic anymore.
It’s charged. It’s shallow. It’s held. It’s braced.
And bypassing what we feel?
Pretending everything’s fine?
Slapping a calm quote over a dysregulated body?
That doesn’t make us resilient.
It makes us numb, reactive, and disconnected from ourselves and each other.
Here’s the science part (stay with me 👇):
When we ignore or suppress what’s happening, the amygdala (your threat detector) stays lit up.
Cortisol stays high.
Your nervous system stays in fight-or-flight.
Translation:
• Less empathy
• Worse decisions
• More reactivity
• Narrow, fear-based thinking
That’s not just a personal issue.
That’s a collective one.
Now here’s where breath actually becomes medicine.
When you pause intentionally
and take slow, full, regulated breaths,
you stimulate the vagus nerve and bring the prefrontal cortex back online.
That’s your rational, discerning, wise brain.
The part that can feel without being hijacked.
The part that can ask:
👉 What’s true for me right now?
👉 What’s my next best step, not the loudest one?
Breath doesn’t erase reality.
It helps you meet it without losing yourself.
So NO
“just breathe” isn’t the answer.
But learning how to breathe with what’s here?
That’s how we stay human.
That’s how we choose wisely.
That’s how we heal, individually and together.
Pause.
Breathe.
Feel.
Then move.
That’s the work. 💨🧠✨ "

29/01/2026

Today I offered a training alongside others from Sin Fronteras’ psychosocial team at the immigrant shelter Albergue Constitución in Itzapalapa, Mexico City.

As I was teaching diaphragmatic breathing, puffing my belly way out on the inhale (like I'm pregnant) amidst bumping music and lots of laughter, one man from Honduras said something that floored me.

He offered to the group, "I have something to share. At one point I was trapped inside a small space for over 2 months, and the only thing that got me through the fear and claustrophobia was breathing slowly, from my stomach, just like you're doing. I have used it so many times, in different moments. It's the only thing that helps me."

The other men took interest. One hand on their heart, one hand on their stomach, they closed their eyes, and continued to breathe deep.

And this is why I do what I do.

Sharing Breathwork with refugees and immigrants in support of their physical & mental health is a beautiful thing!

If you are supporting people holding deep fear and anxiety and want to understand more about sharing Breathwork, reach out! I would love to help.

26/01/2026

What is mine to do?

After over a decade fighting ICE, I trained in Breathwork to bring this powerful tool to survivors & frontline workers so that they (we) are able to sustain...

For the long haul.

More and more I ask myself - if we're going to change what already IS & actually resist what's coming, how can these "frontline" folks be an isolated niche?

They have to be each and every one of you (me, too)..

Who is willing to resist:

Economic boycotts, street patrols, neighbors helping neighbors

So I'm here for everyone who is saying "No!", with their soul, their words, their actions...

Or still trying to figure out how to.

It's okay not to have the answers.

I know many of you are still asking yourself "What matters? What will help? What is mine to do?"

This inner reflection is critical.

But atleast from my own experience, first comes regulating your nervous system before you can hear yourself speak.

Only when we can feel our fear and rage, while also being able to self-sooth (to sleep!) can we think clearly and creatively.

When we're overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty, numbing out, on edge and exhausted..

Not only can we not bring forth our best self,

Sometimes we can't even figure out the first step.

And only if we stay well physically & mentally can we keep going.

Only then do we have the strength & energy to act.

I can tell you firsthand how critical it is to do this work resourced, with tools, in order to have impact.

The inner work. And the outer action.

So I'm shifting up my Breathwork session this Saturday.

It was going to be on manifesting. But there's time for manifesting, both personal dreams and movement streams.

In this moment, today, with all we're holding, I feel that offering a session where you all can first ground, regulate your nervous system, and return to your inner source (resource) is key.

One where you have space to release all the emotions you're struggling with - sadness, rage, fear - so they don't get trapped in the body.

One where you can leave feeling calmer, more grounded, more present, more ready.

So that's what we're doing this Saturday.

Beyond our regular Breathwork journey, I'll also be sharing some of the simple breath practices I've been using on myself

To move from crying or numbing out into action and planning.

And on the really hard days, to simply unwind enough to go to sleep.

Join me Saturday. It can help. Event details are in the comments.

24/01/2026

In this frozen ICE tundra, if you're simply seeking support in balancing your soul (and nervous system)'s need for soothing calm and emotional release so that you can channel your rage to keep showing up for yourself, for your community...

There's nothing simple about that. But after over a decade of social justice work I can you tell you this -

Moving from a centered & resourced space is key.

One where outer clamor is minimized, you have tools to reach for in moments of overwhelm, & you can hear your soul speak.

Let Breathwork support you, we can all use a little help.

What to Expect:
✨ Take home breath techniques for self-soothing
🌬️ Guided Breathwork session for inner exploration & clarity
🖤 Group connection with solo reflection space
🎶 Music soundscape for energetic release

See event invite in comments & reach out with questions or for registration details.

16/01/2026

One of Breathwork's proven benefits is tapping into people's innate creativity while facilitating clarity and mental focus ✨

Shout out to members of Mexico City's CDMX writers group ✍️ who engaged in a facilitated group Breathwork session, followed by a deep writing practice 📖!

We used specific breathing techniques that bring energy & focus, combined with guided questions for inner reflection and a curated musical journey 🎶

When asked afterwards what they felt the impact of Breathwork had been on their writing, people reported:

"More mental clarity"

"Focus, less judgement, less distance between having the thought/idea & getting the words down"

"Peaceful flow"

What a beautiful group! Looking forward to more creativity inspired Breathwork sessions in the year to come.

12/01/2026

Woohoo 🎉 I completed six months of Breathwork facilitator training! THANK YOU sooo much to each one of you who supported me on my learning journey 🙏🏽

I couldn't have done it without folks showing trust, allowing me to guide them in practice and/or offering encouragement & loving support 💜

So what's next?
- Community guided Breathwork journeys (online & in person)
- Org trainings tailored for frontline workers/human rights advocates
- One-on-one Breathwork sessions for individual wellbeing
- Supporting staff and immigrants/refugees as a member of Sin Fronteras' psychosocial team in Mexico City 🌆

Reach out if you'd like to organize a training, participate in a session, or simply learn more!

06/01/2026

Here's to entering the new year centered, resilient, and grounded in a clear sense of purpose about what matters most.

For me that’s:

🫶🏼The love of my family and community
🫶🏼Justice for immigrants, refugees, and black, indigenous, people of color fighting for their right to safety, dignity, and freedom
🫶🏼Ensuring wellness and sustainability for those holding this critical movement work

Happy New Years to all ✨

12/12/2025

Hashimoto's Support with Breathwork - Free ✨

I'll be doing a Breathwork session next Tuesday with the Hashimoto's Remission Roadmap Sisterhood online community!
Anyone on their journey to healing with Hashimoto's is welcome ❤️‍🩹 They're an incredible new org that makes their membership free. Just register here and come!

I'll be sharing about the Hashimoto's remission/Breathwork connection + mindful breathing techniques that calm the stress response, lower inflammation, and support better thyroid hormone balance.

Amongst Breathwork's incredible benefits is the ability to support in healing from disease and immune conditions, like Hashimoto's or Epstein Barr Virus, my own personal beast.

Join me in this session if you're on your own healing journey from Hashimoto's. Or share it with someone you love who is.

Tuesday Dec. 16th, 3-4pm ET. Click below to register for this free upcoming training.

P.S. In the comments is an incredible story from one woman who used Breathwork in lowering her cortisol levels, adjusting her hormones, and, finally, achieving complete Hashimoto's remission. The pure magic of breath science!

In this workshop, you’ll learn how mindful breathing calms the stress response, lowers inflammation, and supports better thyroid hormone balance. Discover how simple techniques can ease fatigue, improve mood, and help your body shift from “fight or flight” into true healing mode. No pills, no ...

03/12/2025

Join me next Tuesday eve for a Vivation Breathwork journey ✨

Vivation comes from the word "Viva", to be alive!

Vivation Breathwork is a gentle, relaxing journey that puts integration at the forefront, using deep, rhythmic breathing & melodious music to facilitate resolution or healing of negative or distressing sensations, emotions, and feelings.

Join us in embracing the full experience of human life!

Time Zone Talk - 7pm Mexico City = 5PT, 6MT, 7CT, 8ET

More info: https://www.facebook.com/share/17cKSjh4kL/

25/11/2025

I'm so thankful to this beautiful organization, Sin Fronteras, for the opportunity to work alongside them!

This week I joined the psychosocial team in delivering a training at one of the many refugee shelters that make up this incredible megapolis, Mexico City.

We shared on the connection between chronic stress, digestion, and breathing, with tips for managing each of these so that people can be in their best possible health and feel good in their minds and bodies. I appreciated the space to share about Breathwork and teach diaphragmatic breathing.

Some quick takeaways:
✨ Breathing with the diaphragm massages the stomach and helps our whole digestive system with every proper breath. It also activates the parasympathetic nervous system.

✨ When our sympathetic nervous system is activated and our body is stuck in fight or flight, it turns off digestion. When in our parasympathetic nervous system, digestion turns on again. So does relaxation and the ability to destress.

✨ The stress hormone cortisol slows down digestion and causes inflammation in the gut. Diaphragmatic breathing and other breath techniques significantly lower your level of cortisol in the body and overall mental stress.

✨Breathwork activates the vagus nerve and helps us move into our parasympathetic more easily. Over time, we simply live more in that relax and digest, calmer, healthier state.

Giving thanks for life's many blessings. It is a privilege to be part of people's healing journey - especially immigrants and refugees who have been through so much.

We all deserve to live in peace.

Reach out to me if you'd like to learn more about Breathwork's many powers for healing! I'd love to share.

12/11/2025

Hello community, I'm sharing here about a Breathwork training I'll be delivering mid December to the Hashimoto's Remission Roadmap Sisterhood online community!

Anyone on their journey to healing with Hashimoto's is welcome ❤️‍🩹 They're an incredible new org that makes their membership free.

I'll be sharing about the Hashimoto's remission/Breathwork connection and mindful breathing techniques that calm the stress response, lower inflammation, and support better thyroid hormone balance.

Amongst Breathwork's incredible benefits is the ability to support in healing from disease and immune conditions, like Hashimoto's or Epstein Barr Virus, my own personal beast.

Below is an incredible story from one woman on how how she worked alongside Jana of Get Living, my own Breathwork facilitator certification instructor, to use Breathwork in lowering her cortisol levels, adjusting her hormones, and, finally, achieving complete Hashimoto's remission. The pure magic of breath science!

Join me in this training if you're on your own healing journey from Hashimoto's.

Or reach out if you have other health issues you're struggling with and seeking support, reach out. Let's talk. Maybe breathwork can help.

Training Date: Tuesday Dec. 16th, 3-4pm ET. Registration link for this upcoming training is in the comments below.