Can Breath Be an Expression of Love?

How does Niraj Naik's approach to holistic health highlight the synergy between breath, love, and energy, and what impact can this have on overall wellness?In this episode of Came Here to Love, Liz Logan sits down with internationally recognized Breath DJ, Niraj Naik, a former “legal drug dealer” turned wellness pioneer. Together, they explore the profound connection between breath and love, uncovering how Niraj’s innovative practice merges the two to bring an incredible sense of inner peace. Tune in to discover how breathwork can transform your emotional landscape, unlock love within, and create lasting harmony in your life.Later in the conversation, Liz and Niraj delve into the essence of unity and vibrational love as a purpose for humanity, encouraging listeners to find peace and joy in aligning their lives with love. Neeraj's insights into soul alignment and the dual nature of love challenge us to embrace love as a guiding force. By amplifying our LOVE (‘Level Of Vibrational Energy’), we can transform both ourselves and the world around us.Niraj Naik, the founder of SOMA Breath, was a certified pharmacist at just 24, eager to improve his community's health. However, he became disillusioned as he saw patients leaving with bags of medication but not experiencing real healing. Struggling with his own health, Niraj was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and faced a choice between untested drugs or surgery. Choosing neither, he embarked on a journey of self-healing, eventually founding SOMA Breath to help others achieve transformation through holistic, science-backed breathwork techniques.SOMA Breath is a holistic system of Pranayama techniques designed to empower individuals with tools for lasting personal transformation. By tailoring breathing practices to meet diverse needs, it promotes profound changes at a cellular level. The SOMA Breath community fosters collaboration and support, encouraging individuals to share knowledge and grow together. Additionally, SOMA Breath offers science-backed breathwork facilitator training, helping individuals become certified, skilled instructors, and further expanding the global network of empowered, creative minds.

In this episode:

• (00:00) Former pharmacist Niraj shares how he shifted from conventional medicine to holistic healing, emphasizing love and connection in personal transformation
• (03:40) Superfood, colostrum, strengthens the gut and boosts immunity, with potential benefits for mental well-being
• (17:00) Why rhythmic breathing? From colitis to holistic healing, guided by a mentor's teachings on holistic methods vs conventional medical advice
• (22:00) Affirmations, envisioning your new life in meditation, the Pranayama states
• (26:22) Darkness retreats and tantric practices, healing, and humor, addressing fear/prenatal stress, mid-brain activation workshops in India
• (36:04) The vibrational scale of emotions, defining LOVE, chronic low moods, techniques for elevation, dual nature of love, and aligning with higher self
• (40:47) Understanding the balance between love and ego leads to peace and soul-driven love, reprogramming jealousy and grief into acceptance
• (50:09) Speaking to your younger self, division/unity, growth through conflict, personal fulfillment, and love as a purpose for humanity
• (56:23) Closing questions, mantras
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Somabreath.com

Soma Breathwork Membership

Mukti Foundation
Book: The Power of Your Subconscious Mind