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Valerie Scagliola | Somatic & Breathwork Coaching Hi, I'm Valerie. I'm a Certified Breath Coach based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Let's breathe together!

I help you improve your physical, mental, and emotional well-being with the healing power of your breath. Drawing from a collection of somatic and breathwork modalities, I guide you to regulate your nervous system and release anxiety from your body and life. Available for 1:1 sessions and corporate workshops, both in-person and virtually.

04/24/2025

Have you ever noticed how your breath changes when you're anxious, overwhelmed, or lost in thought?

Maybe it gets shallow… tight… or you stop breathing altogether.

✨ The breath and the mind are deeply connected — and your body is the space where they meet.

When your thoughts are racing, your breath reflects it.

When your body feels tense, your mind usually does too.

But here’s the beautiful part 👇

When you intentionally shift your breath, everything else can begin to shift too. When your breath is calm, your body feels calm, and your mind starts to follow.

Your breath is the bridge.

Try this the next time you feel off:
• Find a comfortable seat and close your eyess
• Inhale deeply through your nose
• Exhale through your mouth for as long as you can
• Repeat 3–5 times

I call this the Reset Breath, and it tells your nervous system: it’s safe to be calm.

No overthinking. No fixing. Just softening into the moment.

Just coming back, one breath at a time. 💛

02/13/2025

Your breath is the key to shifting your mood in just a few moments.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, tired, or restless, there’s a breathing technique to support you, and I’ve put together a little cheat sheet to help.

🌪 Overwhelmed? Try 4:8 Breath to calm your nervous system

🔥 Feeling unmotivated? Bellow’s Breath will give you a boost

😰 Anxious? Box Breath brings a sense of control and ease

😴 Tired? Breath of Fire is energizing and revitalizing

🔍 Unfocused? 4:4 Breath can help bring clarity and concentration

😡 Angry? Hissing Breath helps release frustration and tension

💙 Sad? Physiological Sigh supports emotional release

🌙 Restless? 4:7:8 Breath is perfect for relaxation and sleep

Save this post for the next time you’re feeling off, so you’ll know exactly which breath to use.

Which ones do you want to learn more about?

P.S. We have practices to support all of these moods and more inside the Conscious Breath Club membership. Comment club below to learn more and try it out today!

01/14/2025

Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stressed?

You’re not alone—but you don’t have to stay stuck in those feelings.

Your breath, your thoughts, and your awareness are powerful tools to help shift your emotional state.

Swipe above for some tools you can use for each of these feelings.

And remember, your breath is your anchor. Pause, breathe, and remind yourself: It’s okay to feel my feelings.

Comment STRESS and I’ll send you my free guided breathwork practice for melting stress. 💛

01/07/2025

The new HAVEN app is coming next month… and I can’t wait to share it with you! 🎉✨

This has been a dream long in the making, and I’ve poured my heart into creating a tool to help you bring more calm, clarity, and connection in your daily life.

Not only is the app curated with over a 100+ mind-body-breath practices to support your wellness journey, but it’s also beautifully designed with you in mind.

I wanted to create a platform that is clean, simple, and easy to use—whether you’re grounding yourself with breathwork, reprogramming your mindset with positive affirmations, or immersing yourself in the healing frequencies of binaural beats and sound.

I cannot wait for you to experience it! If you want to be the first to know when it launches, comment NEWSLETTER below and sign up for my email list.

12/12/2024

The holiday season can be so beautiful, but also so overwhelming.

Between the endless to-do lists, the gatherings, and the noise (easily my biggest trigger), it’s easy to feel swept away with anxiety.

This is your reminder: You can find calm amidst the chaos.

Here’s how:

✨ Pause: Stop for just a moment. Step away from the rush.

✨ Breathe: Take a slow, deep breath in through your nose for 4 counts, hold for 2, and exhale through your mouth for 6. Repeat 5-10 times.

✨ Be Present: Notice one thing you can see, hear, and feel around you. Anchor yourself in this moment.

Give yourself the gift of presence—it’s the most powerful way to recharge your energy and truly enjoy the season. ❤️

What’s one way you find moments of calm during the holidays?

12/05/2024

The holidays are often filled with love and laughter, but they can also bring their fair share of stress and anxiety.

One of the best ways I have found to navigate this is by setting healthy boundaries ahead of time. This could mean carving out non-negotiable moments for self-care, doing something you really enjoy, preparing a plan to handle challenging situations that might come up during family gatherings, or simply saying no when you feel overwhelmed.

We all experienced these moments of overwhelm, but with a little mindfulness, you can move through the season with more ease and peace.

You’re not alone, and I’m here to support you through it. 💛

Swipe for a few tips on setting healthy boundaries, and for even more support, comment STRESS and I’ll send you a free guided breathwork meditation for melting away stress.

11/25/2024

Want to start your day with intention and positivity? ☀️

Morning affirmations are a powerful way to set the tone for the day ahead, and are an absolute must in my daily routine.

When you focus on uplifting self-talk, you can completely shift your mindset and the way you show up in the world.

Save this post and try using these affirmations every morning. You can repeat them out loud or in your mind, or write them out in a journal. You’ll be amazed at how these simple words can transform your outlook and your energy.

🌞

11/21/2024

When’s the last time you took a moment for yourself?

Too often, we overlook the benefits of giving our mind and body the time we need to rest and reflect on how we’re really feeling. Taking this time is such an important part of self-care that we all deserve to practice, especially when we’re under stress.

Here are 5 ways you can tune in and calm your nervous system when you're feeling stressed:

1️⃣ Legs-up-the-wall pose – Relax by lying on your back with your legs up the wall. This gentle inversion soothes your mind and eases tension.

2️⃣ Box breathing – Inhale for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4, hold for 4. This rhythmic breathing calms your nervous system and brings focus.

3️⃣ Body scan meditation – Slowly check in with each part of your body, releasing tension from head to toe. Perfect for grounding and relaxation.

4️⃣ Positive self-talk – Remind yourself of affirmations and comforting thoughts. Shift your mindset and bring in calming, supportive energy.

5️⃣ Breathwork + journaling – After a breathwork practice (or any of these practices), write about your experiences and insights.

Tell me, which one of these sounds like just what you need right now?

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