Yolanda Barker is a writer and award-winning film director. She is also an experienced yoga teacher who trained in India. Yolanda lives in London, UK.
A practical guide to that most basic of bodily functions: breathing. If you, like me, have spent a lifetime not doing it properly , this mix of science and simple exercises is a bit of a game changer. * Sam Baker, Books to Read Now, Noon.org.uk * This inspiring new book features a seven-day programme of practical exercises for readers to follow. Drawing on her own experiences with anxiety and depression, the author shares breathing practices to ease stress, enable better sleep and bring calm during difficult situations. * Healthy Living magazine * At last - a practical, compassionate, science-backed resource to support your mental health. Empowering for anyone who struggles with anxiety and depression. * Dr. Aseem Malhotra, cardiologist, author and health Campaigner * Just like breathing, this book is both simple and profound. I learned so much about physiology, neuroscience and psychology, and the breathing exercises are amazingly effective. A vital resource. * Stacey DeLooze, author of Eat Sleep Sing * An eloquently written and accessible guide to the breath and to breath work. The book has a wealth of information drawn from Yolanda's teaching experience and is supported by the latest scientific research. The comprehensive seven-day programme is easy-to-follow and will be of help to anyone who wants to reclaim their physical and mental health. * Charlie Taylor-Rugman, yoga teacher * Yolanda Barker is a breath of fresh air. So is this brilliantly practical book. Read it. * Donal O'Neill, co-author of The Pioppi Diet * Make sure you check it out - really powerful tools and techniques. * Claira Hermet, Radio London *